“Hanukkah candles shining bright / One more candle every night.” With each turn of the page of this demurely sized board book, another night of Hanukkah is marked. There are latkes to eat one night, dreidels to spin another. Presents and Hanukkah gelt, special songs, shadow play, a story—all mark the nights of Hanukkah. David Martin’s simple text is enriched by Melissa Sweet’s inviting illustrations showing four young children celebrating each night on the right-hand page of each spread, and another candle shining brightly in the menorah on the left-hand page. (Ages 1–3)

Sweet illustrations and simple language bring the holidays to life for the youngest of children.

Candles on the menorah, ready to light! At Hanukkah, there are many much-anticipated rituals — latkes to eat, dreidels to spin, presents to give and receive, and shiny gold treats. Add some free-form fun, from shadow puppetry to singing and dancing, and you have a warm, truly child-friendly celebration.