Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, isn't just one special day, but eight. Through the thoughtful text and engaging projects in this high-interest book, a follow-up to its popular predecessor, readers will explore more symbols that reflect the beliefs and traditions surrounding this Jewish holiday. They'll love making their own origami versions of menorahs, gift boxes, stars, and more. The folds and techniques artists will learn in each carefully explained...

Relates how Hershel outwits the goblins that haunt the old synagogue and prevent the village people from celebrating Hanukkah.

Discusses the origins, symbols, and celebration of Chanukah, the eight-day Jewish festival of lights which has been celebrated since the second century B.C.

During Hanukkah two children help a Holocaust survivor to once again embrace his religious traditions.

Describes the traditional celebration of Chanukah, including the lighting of candles on the menorah, the eating of latkes, and the spinning of the dreidl. On board pages.

When a blizzard leaves a family housebound one Hanukkah, they share what little food they have with some starving animals who later return the favor.

A young boy describes his family's celebration of Hanukkah and all the things he likes about the holiday.

Explains what the Hanukkah holiday commemorates.

On the first night of Hanukkah, a mother tells her family and a young guest the story of the holiday's origin.