the menschkins™ present THE STORY OF HANUKKAH
#1 New Release in Children's Jewish Holiday Books and Children's Judaism Books
Available now on Amazon
Who Are the Menschkins?
The Menschkins are a small woodland community with big Jewish hearts. They help children grow into little mensches — kind, brave, and caring humans.
The word mensch is Yiddish and means a person of integrity and kindness — someone who shows up for others and does the right thing, even when it's hard.
The Menschkins tell our stories in a gentle, age-appropriate way, helping families share Jewish holidays and traditions with the little humans they love.
Sometimes these stories create questions and sometimes they answer them. Sometimes they offer comfort. Sometimes they help children feel brave, curious, or calm.
Meant to be enjoyed together, the Menschkins invite connection, conversation, and care across generations.
What's Inside
Families will find dozens of pages of traditions, activities, and ideas for celebrating all eight nights, including:
- The story of Hanukkah, told with warmth and care
- Introductions to key traditions and symbols
- Blessings and candle lighting, explained simply
- Coloring pages for quiet focus and imagination
- Activities that invite questions and conversation
- Ideas for celebrating at home, with friends, and in the community
Created for Jewish children ages 3–8 — and the grownups who guide them.
What families are saying
FREE QUIZ
A playful way to meet the Menschkins.
Different Menschkins resonate at different ages and moments in family life.
This short quiz offers a simple way to notice which Menschkin your child (or family) might naturally connect with right now.
5 quick questions to discover your guiding Menschkin
Takes about 1–2 minutes
Question 1 of 5
When your child faces something new, what helps most?
Question 2 of 5
At the end of a long day, your family tends to:
Question 3 of 5
When things feel uncertain, you're most likely to:
Question 4 of 5
Which word feels most grounding right now?
Question 5 of 5
Right now, what does your family need most?
Saba the Owl
Wisdom & Warm Guidance
Right now, wisdom and reflection may be guiding your family. Saba reminds us that slowing down, listening closely, and drawing on shared knowledge helps children feel grounded and safe.
Families guided by Saba value thoughtful conversation, tradition, and making space for big questions.
Explore the Menschkins BookSee how the Menschkins appear in the Hanukkah story.
You may see yourself in more than one Menschkin — that's part of the magic.
The Menschkins are here to guide families through traditions, questions, and moments of growing up — together.
Miri the Bear
Warm Hugs & Brave Leadership
Right now, warmth and care may be guiding your family. Miri shows us that love, reassurance, and steady presence give children the courage to grow and try new things.
Families guided by Miri lead with compassion, connection, and gentle strength.
Explore the Menschkins BookSee how the Menschkins appear in the Hanukkah story.
You may see yourself in more than one Menschkin — that's part of the magic.
The Menschkins are here to guide families through traditions, questions, and moments of growing up — together.
Izzy the Fox
Curiosity & Big Questions
Right now, curiosity may be guiding your family. Izzy reminds us that asking questions is how traditions stay alive — and how children make meaning of the world.
Families guided by Izzy love exploring, learning, and discovering together.
Explore the Menschkins BookSee how the Menschkins appear in the Hanukkah story.
You may see yourself in more than one Menschkin — that's part of the magic.
The Menschkins are here to guide families through traditions, questions, and moments of growing up — together.
Natan the Mouse
Small & Kind
Right now, kindness and gentleness may be guiding your family. Natan shows us that even small acts of care and empathy can make a big difference.
Families guided by Natan value sensitivity, fairness, and looking out for one another.
Explore the Menschkins BookSee how the Menschkins appear in the Hanukkah story.
You may see yourself in more than one Menschkin — that's part of the magic.
The Menschkins are here to guide families through traditions, questions, and moments of growing up — together.
Lila the Sheep
Gentle & Joyful
Right now, joy and lightness may be guiding your family. Lila reminds us that delight, creativity, and play help children feel connected and at ease.
Families guided by Lila find meaning through imagination, laughter, and shared moments of happiness.
Explore the Menschkins BookSee how the Menschkins appear in the Hanukkah story.
You may see yourself in more than one Menschkin — that's part of the magic.
The Menschkins are here to guide families through traditions, questions, and moments of growing up — together.
Judah the Lion
Brave & Steady
Right now, courage and steadiness may be guiding your family. Judah shows us that bravery doesn't have to be loud — it can be calm, grounded, and full of heart.
Families guided by Judah value resilience, confidence, and standing strong together.
Explore the Menschkins BookSee how the Menschkins appear in the Hanukkah story.
You may see yourself in more than one Menschkin — that's part of the magic.
The Menschkins are here to guide families through traditions, questions, and moments of growing up — together.
Meet the Menschkins
A small woodland community with big Jewish hearts
Saba the Owl
Thoughtful and wise
Miri the Bear
Warm and nurturing
Izzy the Fox
Curious and clever
Natan the Mouse
Small and kind
Lila the Sheep
Gentle and joyful
Judah the Lion
Brave and steady
Together, they remind us that even small moments — and small voices — matter.
For Curious Little Humans
The Menschkins are here to help families share Jewish holidays with their children — whether you're celebrating for the first time or building on traditions you already love.
More Menschkin holiday stories are on the way, including Purim and Passover.
Stay Connected
Stay connected with the Menschkins to hear about new holiday books, seasonal offerings, and meaningful ways to celebrate together.