The most famous symbol of Hanukkah is the hanukkiah, the nine-branched candelabra which is lit each night, and can often be seen in house windows. Hanukkah celebrations are centred around lighting ...

These activities allow you to make symbolic connections about the themes of the holiday, like light and miracles, and are designed to encourage your kids to ask questions about Hanukkah traditions.

Whereas Christmas marks the birth of Jesus, Hanukkah, which was celebrated for centuries before Jesus was born, commemorates ...

This year, Hanukkah was celebrated Dec. 10-18. The menorah lights signify the miracle of the oil in the darkness. The menorah is a symbol of when the Jewish people retook the temple of Jerusalem.

Whether you’re a guest or a host, a Jew or just Jewish-adjacent, these Hanukkah gift ideas will make your loved ones kvell. While kids might get one big present for Hanukkah, the holiday is ...

from small tokens like candles and gift baskets to give to your Hanukkah party host, edible presents for a holiday dinner party, and some special selections for the kids to make their holiday even ...

But it’s the B plot about the show’s Jewish character Francine that speaks to a legitimate Jewish experience — truer than any current kids’ Hanukkah specials on TV. Francine’s best ...

by Courtney Schley and James Austin These games can introduce kids to new genres, help them build skills, and offer provocative and age-appropriate challenges, engaging themes, and distinctive ...

Once Hanukkah rolls around, Jewish families worldwide dust off their menorahs for the eight-day holiday. They may be passed ...

Browse our list of the best Hanukkah movies, from inspirational to downright silly. You can watch and stream these films with ...

NYC public school kids received a very early holiday present Wednesday: an extra day off in December just before Christmas, ...