Hamantaschen for Hanukkah?!
A Tale of the Wise People of Chelm
$33.53
- Hardcover
32 pages
- Release Date
12 January 2027
Summary
A playful Chelm folktale filled with humor and old-world charm, Hamantaschen for Hanukkah?! follows two wise siblings through a Jewish holiday mix-up that becomes a celebration of tradition, laughter, and knowing when to trust your own understanding.
Oy vey. Is it Hanukkah or Purim?
In the famously foolish town of Chelm, the adults believe themselves to be very wise. So when a letter arrives from the chief rabbi wishing everyone a happy Purim—even though it is clearly…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781685558406 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1685558402 |
| Author: | Maurice J. Elias, Hector Borlasca |
| Publisher: | The Collective Book Studio |
| Imprint: | The Collective Book Studio |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 32 |
| Release Date: | 12 January 2027 |
| Weight: | 339g |
| Dimensions: | 10mm x 216mm x 267mm |
| Audience Age: | 4-8 |
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Critics Review
Spun with affection and a broad, genial cartoon style, the result is a classic kids-know-best tale with wisdom to spare. * —Publishers Weekly *
Spun with affection and a broad, genial cartoon style, the result is a classic kids-know-best tale with wisdom to spare. * —Publishers Weekly *
Hamantaschen for Hanukkah?! is a joyful story of cultural traditions, community problem-solving, and the way families can come together to not only co-create a wise solution but also, have fun in the process. Children will learn Yiddish words while laughing at the silliness of the story. I love this so much! – Jennifer Miller, Founder/Author, Confident Parents, Confident Kids and Humanaissance: Igniting Courage in Our Teens and Ourselves
Maurice J. Elias
Maurice J. Elias
Maurice J. Elias is a Professor of Psychology at Rutgers University and contributing faculty in Jewish Studies. His work centers on promoting joy, resilience, and emotional intelligence in children and families. He is co-author of Emotionally Intelligent Parenting, Talking Treasure, and The Joys & Oys of Parenting, and has written more than a dozen books for parents and educators. He and his wife live in Highland Park, New Jersey, close to their two daughters and three grandchildren.
Hector Borlasca
Hector Borlasca is the illustrator of more than fifty children’s books, including Yiddish Saves the Day by Debbie Levy, The Porridge Pot Goblin by Jaqueline Jules, and Silly Time Stories by Robert Keith. He lives in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with his wife and daughter.
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