Hanukkah Classroom Activities Gallery

Hanukkah, the "Festival of Lights," starts on the 25th day of the Jewish calendar month of Kislev and lasts for eight days and nights. Explore the rich traditions and history of Hanukkah, with the worksheets and activities featured in this gallery.
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Hanukkah (or Chanukah), the Jewish Festival of Lights

Hanukkah (or Chanukah), the Jewish Festival of Lights

Teach children about Hanukkah with these activities.
Making a Hanukkah Card

Making a Hanukkah Card

In this art activity, children make their own Hanukkah cards using a candle pattern.
Happy Holidays

Happy Holidays

Children write about the holiday or holidays that they celebrate in December (such as Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa). Then they draw a picture of their family celebrating that holiday. This printable is a great way to enjoy the holidays and teach classmates about differing traditions.
Clay Hanukkah Menorah

Clay Hanukkah Menorah

Students make a clay menorah as a way of learning about Hanukkah.

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Create a Menorah Gallery

Create a Menorah Gallery

In this holiday arts and crafts lesson, students create unique menorahs for Hanukkah.

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