What is Hannukuh?

Hanukkuh, the festival of lights, is celebrated by Jewish children to remember a miracle that happened long ago. They celebrate for eight days, lighting a special candle each day, receiving gifts, playing Hanukkuh games like Dreidel, and eating special foods. It is a time to celebrate their freedom and to honor their God. If you don`t celebrate Hanukkuh, you might enjoy learning more about their traditions. Make or buy a dreidel, eat a potato pancake...it`s fun to learn about the traditions of others. Try this site to learn more: Hanukkuh: Festival of Lights http://www.education-world.com/a_lesson/lesson040.shtml This site explains the history of the holiday, offers good books to read, and suggests crafts and activities. Most of the links don´t work, but everything else is really great. Teachers, there are discussion questions for your lesson plans as well.