Chanukah

Written by Trudi Strain Trueit

Part of the Rookie Read-About Holidays series

Discover the origins and celebrations of Hanukkah through engaging stories and cultural insights.

3.3 Goodreads · 9 ratings

32 pages· 565 words· Est. 7 min read· 640L

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Bookroo's summary

Uncover the story behind Hanukkah and explore its vibrant celebrations. This book offers a glimpse into the traditions and games like dreidel, providing a rich cultural tapestry. Perfect for young readers, it combines simple language with fascinating insights into how people express their heritage through language, art, and music. How do these traditions connect us globally, and what can they teach us about unity and diversity? Dive into a world where past and present intertwine, offering lessons in cultural understanding and appreciation.

From the publisher

Pronunciation guides to less familiar words.- Includes chart that explains the game of dreidel.- Holiday books are always in demand in schools and libraries, but the controlled vocabulary of Rookie Books make them especially marketable.- Excellent resource for classroom unit on holidays.- Text has fewer than 400 words.- Word list.Curriculum Standards: Grades K-4 Social Studies StandardsCulture: I- People, societies, and cultures address needs and concerns in ways that are both similar and different- Language, folktales, music, and art serve as expressions of culture- Cultural unity and diversity can be identified within and across groupsTime, Continuity, and Change: II- Accounts of past events, people, places, and situations contribute to our understanding of the pastGlobal Connections: IX- Explore ways in which language, the arts, beliefs, etc. facilitate global understanding or lead to misunderstanding

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