I wanted to share a new children’s book with you called Twinkle, Twinkle, Hanukkah By Talia Benamy Art by Aura Lewis I received a copy of the book in exchange for this review.
Hanukkah isn’t something my family knows a lot about. I wish when Charlie was little especially when we were #Homeschooling Charlie that we had taken the time to study Hanukkah so we would know more about Hanukkah and what all happens during this Holiday.
Which is why I was excited to read Twinkle, Twinkle, Hanukkah and we learned more about menorah which I would like to take Charlie to see in the stores. We learned words we hadn’t heard of like shamash. We learn about the lights and how they spread light far and wide.
Then we also learned about dreidels and were asked to play a game and win some gelt. Another word I have to learn. We learn there is a lot of sharing and presents big and small. We should try a Latke. Shouldn’t we? Make sure you have Applesauce or Sour Cream for the Latke.
have you heard of Sufganiyot? Which are Jelly Doughnuts made in Oil David would have enjoyed a lot. As for Charlie and I not so much. Then it’s time to sing songs about history and our past and victories. As you can see Twinkle, Twinkle, Hanukkah could also be used in History Classes.
Then we learn about Maccabees who fought the Greeks and Jews who found the Oil. How happy they were to see friends and family near and far. Then we learn about Chag Sameach. I love how the Author reminded up that Hanukkah is a celebration of Jewish survival.
About the book:
The perfect Hanukkah gift for all the littles in your life!
To the tune of “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” comes Twinkle, Twinkle, Hanukkah. This charming lyrical picture book celebrates the history of Hanukkah while engaging little ones in a fun singsong read-aloud.
From lighting the menorah and spinning the dreidel to eating latkes and frying sufganiyot in oil, this book is the perfect holiday gift to teach kids about the many traditions of Hanukkah. It’s sure to be a latke fun for the whole family!
About the Author: Talia Benamy loves writing stories that center Jewish identity and bring light into the world. She is also an editor at Philomel, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers, where she works on books for kids and teens. In her non-book-focused time, she loves travel, politics, and being an aunt to a whole host of niblings. Talia lives in Brooklyn, where she was born and raised. This is her first picture book.
Aura Lewis is an author-illustrator and designer whose many books for children and adults include GLORIA’S VOICE, WE THE PEOPLE, A CURIOUS MIND AND A VERY BIG HEART, and SPECTACULAR SISTERS. Her work has been featured in everything from the titles for the TV show MRS. AMERICA to stationery and murals. Visit her website at auralewis.com.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
