Eight Candles to Light : A Chanukah Story - Softcover

Jonny Zucker

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0711220174 ISBN 13: 9780711220171

Publisher: Frances Lincoln, 2003

Synopsis

Young children will love this simple introduction to Chanukah, the Jewish festival of light. Follow a family as they light the menorah, open presents and eat latkes, to celebrate the great miracle that happened over 2,000 years ago. This charming pre-school series introduces young children to world religions, focusing on the way the festival is celebrated today. Also includes detailed historical and cultural information at the end for parents and teachers.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Here is a simple and delightful introduction to the Jewish festival of Chanukah . . .and it?s a counting book, too!

Follow a family as they light the menorah, open presents, and eat latkes and doughnuts to celebrate the great miracle that happened more than 2,100 years ago.

About the Author:

Jan Barger Cohen has illustrated many children's picture books. Jonny Zucker has worked in radio, played in several bands and has worked as a stand-up comedian and a teacher. He started writing full-time and has now written over thirty books for adults, teenagers and children. These include the Venus Spring books for Piccadilly Press and the Max Flash for Stripes. He also wrote the Festival Time! series, Dan and the Mudman, Striker Boy and Striker Boy Kicks Out for Frances Lincoln. He lives in Muswell Hill, London with his family.

About this edition

• Publisher: Frances Lincoln
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0711220174
• ISBN 13: 9780711220171
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 24