Hanukkah Books and Activities

Today, we’re sharing a roundup of books perfect for celebrating Hanukkah. We found some really sweet and charming books.

If your family is not Jewish, these books are a great way to introduce your children to Hanukkah and educate them. Honestly, I learned some new things as well!

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Here’s a link to the menorah toy above.

What is Hanukkah?

Hanukkah is a Jewish festival of lights. It lasts eight days, beginning on Dec. 18 and lasting until Dec. 26 (2022). Hanukkah is celebrated by lighting a candle on the menorah each day.

Traditions include making latkes (potato pancakes), sufganiyot (jam-filled donuts), lighting the menorah, playing with dreidels (four-sided spinning tops) and exchanging gifts.

Favorite books for Hanukkah:

The Ninth Night of Hanukkah

This book is about a family who has just moved to a new apartment and has misplaced their Hanukkah box. Neighbors help them find replacement items, and at the end of the book, they find the missing box.

The illustrations are wonderful.

Link: The Ninth Night of Hanukkah

Goodnight Bubbala

This adorable retelling of Goodnight Moon is absolutely beautiful. The end of the book includes an easy latkes recipe by Ina Garten.

Link: Goodnight Bubbala

You’re My Little Latke

This book is part of my favorite series for toddlers. The rhyming story is very sweet, and the cutouts and raised elements of the board book will be fun for your child to touch. It’s super sweet!

Link: You’re My Little Latke