Chanukah on the Prairie

By Burt E. Schuman

Chanukah On the Prairie is the perfect introduction to a little-known slice of American Jewish history.

As many Eastern European Jews immigrated to America, a small few traveled beyond New York City to the West. There, in the rolling plains, much like the homes they had left behind Jews from all over Eastern Europe came together to make a new home.

Based upon true events, this poignant story by Burt E. Schuman with beautiful illustrations by Rosalind Charney Kaye, follows the journey of the Zalcmans as they travel from their small village in Poland to Ellis Island and ultimately to Grand Forks. This story is a wonderful addition to any child's library. Join in the joy as the new immigrants celebrate their first Chanukah in a new land.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080740814X
• ISBN13: 9780807408148
• Release Date: September 1995
• Publisher: Behrman House Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.1" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Kindergarten to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

A truly heartwarming and devotional tale

Gently illustrated by Rosalind Charney Kaye and deftly written for young readers by Burt E. Schuman, Chanukah On The Prairie is the color picture book story of a Jewish community in the late 1800's who, due to scarcity of food, immigrate to America in search of survival and a better life. After becoming part of America, they celebrate the holiday tradition of Chanukah, expressing their gratitude for the blessings of God, just as they prayed and celebrated before in their old homeland of Galicia (an area that was once part of Poland, now a part of Russia). Chanukah On The Prairie is a truly heartwarming and devotional tale of deep-seated faith in God's providence.