A Dragon for Hanukkah

About this book

On the first night of Hanukkah, my parents gave me a dragon...

Come celebrate the Festival of Lights with Hannah as she receives eight magical presents -- one for each night. There's a playful dragon, a gleaming treasure chest, some rowdy unicorns... and more. But are the gifts what they seem to be? When Hannah gathers with family and friends to light the menorah, she'll discover the true magic of Hanukkah.

From New York Times bestselling author Sarah Mlynowski comes this dazzling, warmhearted, and richly imagined story that is destined to become a new holiday classic.

Reviews

Praise for A Dragon for Hanukkah:

"A smile on every page. This is the most joyful Hanukkah picture book I have ever read." -- Emily Jenkins, author of the Sydney Taylor Award-winning All-of-a-Kind Family Hanukkah

"I love, loved this book! A Dragon for Hanukkah is a magical celebration of family, friends, and the gifts of imagination, with a lovely surprise twist." -- Alan Silberberg, author of Meet the Latkes

"The joyful Jewish book we all need. A wonderful blend of Jewish celebration, values, fantasy, with a sprinkle of history on top!" -- Liz Kleinrock, co-author of Eyes That Weave The World's Wonders

"This delightful, brightly colored celebration of Hanukkah will bring joy to kids during the holiday. There are so many fun elements like unicorns, a rainbow, and even a merry-go-round. And there's a lovable dragon named Nerry! Not your everyday fare found in any other picture books about Hanukkah. A great book for any child celebrating the eight days of this important Jewish holiday." -- Laura Numeroff, #1 New York Times bestselling author of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

"An appealing and magical celebration of the Festival of Lights." -- Kirkus Reviews

"[An] imaginative holiday adventure... Landy's fanciful illustrations depict Hannah's adventures... with lively cartooning and plenty of swirls and sparkles." --Publishers Weekly

Praise for Whatever After:

"An uproariously funny read. The swift pace of the tale and non-stop action... will enchant readers from the first page." -- Kirkus Reviews

"Hilarious... with unexpected plot twists and plenty of girl power." -- Booklist

"Giddy, fizzy, hilarious fun!" -- Lauren Myracle, author of Luv Ya Bunches

"Tons of fractured fairy tale fun!" -- Meg Cabot, author of Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls and The Princess Diaries

"The feminist in me adored it, and the mother in me loved how my daughter would long to cuddle in close as we read together." -- Danielle Herzog, blogging for The Washington Post