Whether your family is celebrating the Festival of Lights this holiday season or simply want to learn more about the story and traditions behind Hanukkah, we've got you covered. These illustrated children's books all tell the story of Hanukkah in kid-friendly ways that everyone in the family will enjoy.
'Sammy Spider's First Hanukkah'
Perfect for a preschooler, this book talks about the Hanukkah basics—candles, latkes and dreidels—from a spider's point of view. It also provides great practice with colors and numbers.
To buy: Sammy Spider's First Hanukkah, $6.89
'My First Menorah'
This sparkly foil board book is sure to catch your little one's eye. The candle-shaped pages teach simply but effectively about the traditions and customs behind the holiday.
To buy: My First Menorah, $7.99
'All About Hanukkah'
Don't just tell your kids about Hanukkah—talk to them about it. With questions and discussion topics (in addition to a telling of the Hanukkah story), this book is the perfect stimulus for that conversation.
To buy: All About Hanukkah, $7.99
'Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins'
This Hanukkah classic is a Caldecott Honor Book. It tells the story of a village overrun with hobgoblins threatening to destroy their holiday celebration. For kids who are bored of the basic Hanukkah story, this rendition offers a great twist.
To buy: Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins, $5.84
'The Story of Hanukkah'
The title pretty much says it all—this book recounts the classic story with vivid paintings. It's an all-around guide to the holiday, and it even includes a latke recipe and dreidel directions.
To buy: The Story of Hanukkah, $7.99
'Festival of Lights: The Story of Hanukkah'
You'll appreciate this tale as much as your kid; the Hanukkah story is told simply, yet factually, and might even teach you a few things you didn't already know— like, say, the Legend of the Menorah.
To buy: Festival of Lights: The Story of Hanukkah, $5.52
'How I Saved Hanukkah'
If your kid is the only one in his class celebrating Hanukkah, he'll appreciate this book. In it, Marla Feinstein is on a mission to figure out the meaning behind the holiday and make it fun.
To buy: How I Saved Hanukkah, $7.48
'Celebrate Hanukkah'
National Geographic takes a look at how Hanukkah is celebrated all over the world. Older kids will enjoy learning new things about the holiday and finding facts to impress their teachers and friends.
To buy: Celebrate Hanukkah, $7.99
'A Hanukkah Treasury'
If you want a little bit of everything, this is the book for you. It includes older legends, more modern stories, recipes, games, songs and fun facts. The rich paintings that illustrate the book add an extra dimension.
To buy: A Hanukkah Treasury, $19.72
'Chanukah Lights'
The whole family will love this beautiful pop-up book. Inspired by a Hanukkah poem, the pages follow the celebration of the holiday through all different ages and places.
To buy: Chanukah Lights_, $34.99
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