Crafting Jewish - a Great gift for kids
For kids who can’t get enough of arts and crafts, Rivky Koenig’s “Crafting Jewish: Fun Holiday Crafts and Party Ideas for the Whole Family” (Mesorah Artscroll Publications, Regular $29.99 at HHJudaica.com for $23.99) is an ideal choice. The book features innovative art projects for children and adults, as well as simple holiday food recipes. In easy-to-follow instructions, aspiring artists can make clay dreidel charm jewelry, glowing glass menorahs, challah covers and Lucite mezuzahs.
Hanukkah Latkes
For the uninitiated, latkes are delicious potato pancakes; one of the foods associated with the Hanukkah holiday. Making them right can be a lot of work, and messy, too. So the busy host on your list may appreciate a gift of delicious latkes.
Chocolate Coins - Hanukkah Gelt
Hanukkah gelt (Yiddish for "money") is often distributed to children to enhance their enjoyment of the holiday. The amount is usually in small coins. Today, chocolate gelt coins are available and is appreciated by kids and adults alike.