FREE – The Eight Lights of Hanukkah
8 Chapters – 8 Lights – 8 Nights
Welcome to the heartwarming world of “The Legend of GingerSnaps.” This first in a series is called: “The Eight Lights of Hanukkah.”
Follow GingerSnaps, a tiny box turtle with a big heart, on a delightful adventure through finding friendship, mishpacha (family), and the joy of Hanukkah. This touching tale explores themes of autism, adoption, grief, friendship, giving, respect for the elderly, protecting endangered species, and antisemitism creating a story that resonates with readers of all ages.
Join GingerSnaps and Levi “I am the Hammer” Kohen in their celebration of the eight lights that illuminates the path to a brighter future.
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Chapter 8 – The Rededication of Light
Vocabulary: Am Israel Chai – (ahm yis·rah·ale khai) The People of Israel Live! An expression of the survival of the Jewish people. Lashon Hara – (lah·shone hah·rah) speech about a person or persons that is negative or harmful to them, unless we are sincerely trying to...
Chapter 7 – The Giving of Light
Vocabulary: Sufganiyot – (soof-gah-nyoht) are delicious jelly-filled doughnuts, often enjoyed during Hanukkah, and they make celebrations extra sweet! Tzedakah – (tseh·dah·kah) a special kind of giving where you help others who might need a hand, making the world a...
Chapter 6 – The Tradition of Light
Vocabulary: Bar Mitzvah – (bar·mitz·vah) a special ceremony in the Jewish tradition when a boy turns 13 years old and is considered old enough to take on adult responsibilities in the community. Hanukkiah – (hah·noo·kee·ah) a special candle holder used during...
Chapter 5 – The Family of Light
Vocabulary: Ahavah – (ah·ha·vah) the Hebrew word means love, and it's a special word that reminds us to care for and be kind to others. Cultural Appropriation – is when people use or copy things from another culture without respecting its significance. Gotcha Day – is...
Chapter 4 – The Freedom of Light
Vocabulary: Dreidel – (dray·dl) a Yiddish word for a special spinning top used during Hanukkah. Inner Saboteur – (in·er sab·uh·tohr) is the little voice inside your head that sometimes says mean things and tries to stop you from feeling confident or trying new things,...
Chapter 3 – The Courage of Light
Vocabulary: Autism – (aw·tiz·uhm) is when someone's brain works in a special and unique way, making them see and experience the world differently. The Hammer - Judah Maccabee’s nickname stems from his bravery and military prowess during the Jewish rebellion against...
Chapter 2 – The Miracle of Light
Vocabulary: Abba – (ah·bah) means daddy in Hebrew, the loving person who cares for and protects you. Adonai – (ad·uh·nye) a substitute word translated as Master or LORD used instead of saying the true name of Elohim, out of respect. Hanukkah – (haa·nuh·kuh) a Jewish...
Chapter 1 – The Importance of Light
Vocabulary: Bubbie – (buh·bee) a super grandma who gives extra hugs, tells wonderful stories, and makes the best cookies ever! Elohim – (el·oh·heem) a special name for our Creator in the Scriptures, the powerful and loving Creator of everything in the universe. Ima –...