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The Biggest Hanukkah Secret by Riva Froymovich Book Summary

The Biggest Hanukkah Secret: One Candle Lights Another is a children's Hanukkah picture book for kindergarten and all elementary students about diversity, acceptance, and being proud of yourself. This book is a resource for teachers, school libraries, parents, and Jewish children to spark meaningful discussions in the classroom about how everyone can grow the light and love in the world by welcoming one another. If you have been searching for just the right Hanukkah book to send to your child’s school for their teacher, or you, to read in the classroom, this book was created for you. This time of year, in particular, can be an opportunity to help children better understand their peers and overcome learned or unconscious biases. As the Brooks Family gathers to celebrate Hanukkah, Grandpa Lonya shares a childhood story about having to celebrate the holiday in secret. In contrast to the happy and bright Hanukkah party he is having today, he tells his grandchildren what it feels like to have to hide who you are. He connects the traditional Hanukkah story of Judah Maccabee with the experiences of Soviet Union-era Jewish children and families. In turn, the book connects Jewish traditions with universal life lessons. And, ultimately, Grandpa tells the events that helped him see the possibilities for hope, community, acceptance, and pride. When one candle lights another, its light is not lessened. Instead, the light in the world grows. The book encourages children of all backgrounds to grow the light in the world by welcoming one another. This book is based on real-life events, and inspired by the lives of the writer’s parents. "This beautiful picture book is important and poignant for children and adults alike. Inspired by real events and experiences of the author’s family in the former Soviet Union, it tells the story of what it was like there for Jewish families who had to hide their Jewish identity and who lacked the freedom to show their full selves. The story is told in a sensitive and age-appropriate way. The pictures are vibrant and evocative and the words compelling and heartfelt. For anyone who has ever had to hide parts of their identity or empathize with those who do, this story will resonate. It is both universal in its message to “grow the light in the world until it drowns out the dark” and specific in understanding antisemitism and how it shows up in small and large ways. The book conveys a powerful message we sorely need." - Jinnie Spiegler, Director of Curriculum, Anti-Defamation League (ADL)

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