Hanukkah Books for Children

Hanukkah is a very special time of year. Celebrating the the cleansing of the temple and the miracle of the candle burning for eight days is a significant event in the history of the Jewish people.

Like any holiday that is rooted in deep spiritual meaning, parents might have a challenge teaching children the deeper meaning of the celebration amidst the more exciting parts of the season.

Like any major holiday, there are literally hundreds of titles available for Hanukkah. We have combed through many titles to create this list of what we consider to be the best books on the subject for children. You can see the complete list of titles available by clicking here.

There is a wonderful variety of books available from simple board books that introduce the topic to very young readers, coloring and sticker books all the way to chapter books that contain wonderful and uplifting stories around Hanukkah themes.

There are also a couple of beautiful pop up books that teach principles of the season in a way that is intriguing and innovative. Many families will find that even the most simple books, especially pop ups, will become staples in the annual celebration for years to come.

In an an age where touchscreens and games occupy so much space in the lives of young people, a real book that can be read on the lap of a family member or close friend can become a treasured memory for a child. That is the real magic of books, it’s not the information or the book itself, it’s the experience that the book creates that is so valuable in the lives of children.

Please browse below and see what books might work best for the young people in your home. The most important aspect providing books on Hanukkah is the transmittal of the traditions and spirituality to a new generation.