Is it Hanukkah Yet?

by Nancy Krulik

Overview

Waiting is hard! Celebrate Hanukkah—and learn the meaning behind the holiday—with this new edition of a Step 2 reader with all new art!

"Is it Hanukkah yet?"
"Not yet. We have to wait for the sun to set!"

Families who celebrate Hanukkah will recognize the familiar anticipation of the little girl in this story. And what better way to make the wait go faster than to read this sweet family story. Kids will recognize their favorite songs, games, and traditions in this early reader that captures the joy and warmth of the Festival of Lights.

Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780593375846
Publisher:	Random House Children's Books
Publication date:	09/07/2021
Series:	Step into Reading Book Series: A Step 2 Book
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	1,042,420
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.13(d)
Lexile:	460L (what's this?)
Age Range:	4 - 6 Years

About the Author

Nancy Krulik is the author of more than 200 books for children and young adults, including three New York Times bestsellers. She is best known, however, for being the author and creator of the Katie Kazoo Switcheroo, George Brown Class Clown, How I Survived Middle School and Magic Bone book series. Nancy lives in Manhattan with her husband, composer Daniel Burwasser. When she’s not writing, Nancy can be found reading, going to concerts, traveling or running around Central Park with her Llasa Apso rescue-pup, Scooby.

Editorial Reviews

Barrie Kreinik narrates this early reader audiobook about Hanukkah in a gentle, welcoming tone. The production opens with a lengthy explanation about early readers, so young listeners will want to skip ahead to focus on the heart of the audiobook—the sweet story of a young girl who is thrilled to celebrate the Festival of Lights. Kreinik’s youthful voice captures the young narrator’s excitement. She can’t wait for the sun to set so she can watch the candles being lit—and eat the latkes! But her kindly grandparents encourage patience while they introduce the traditions and importance of the holiday. Kreinik’s easy pace makes it so young listeners can enjoy the audiobook on its own, or follow along with the picture book for extra guidance. E.E.C. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine

NOVEMBER 2022 - AudioFile

Barrie Kreinik narrates this early reader audiobook about Hanukkah in a gentle, welcoming tone. The production opens with a lengthy explanation about early readers, so young listeners will want to skip ahead to focus on the heart of the audiobook—the sweet story of a young girl who is thrilled to celebrate the Festival of Lights. Kreinik’s youthful voice captures the young narrator’s excitement. She can’t wait for the sun to set so she can watch the candles being lit—and eat the latkes! But her kindly grandparents encourage patience while they introduce the traditions and importance of the holiday. Kreinik’s easy pace makes it so young listeners can enjoy the audiobook on its own, or follow along with the picture book for extra guidance. E.E.C. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine

NOVEMBER 2022 - AudioFile