Chanukah Lights

"Chanukah Lights" is a breathtaking pop-up book that offers a unique and reverent exploration of the Festival of Lights. Inspired by Michael J. Rosen's poem, Robert Sabuda's intricate pop-ups bring to life eight different scenes, each depicting a night's menorah in a distinct historical or cultural setting. From Herod's temple to a Russian shtetl, a refugee ship, and an Israeli kibbutz, the book beautifully illustrates the resilience and journey of the Jewish people in search of home. It's an ideal book for families wanting to share the rich history and spiritual significance of Chanukah with children aged 4-11, serving as both a celebratory read-aloud and a treasured family keepsake.

From a pop-up master and an acclaimed poet and author comes a glorious celebration of the true spirit of Chanukah. Open this beautiful gift book and follow the Festival of Lights through place and time — from Herod’s temple to a shtetl in Russia; from a refugee ship bound for the New World to an Israeli kibbutz. Inspired by Michael J. Rosen’s reverent poem, Robert Sabuda’s striking pop-ups depict each night’s menorah in a different scene, using imagery such as desert tents, pushcart lanterns, olive trees, and a final panorama of skyscrapers. Sure to be a treasured family heirloom, this stunning collaboration showcases the spirit and resilience of a people in search of home.