{"product_id":"hershel-and-the-hanukkah-goblins-isbn-9780823431946","title":"Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe classic Hanukkah tale, shared by families all around the world-- now available in a beautiful anniversary edition.  A Caldecott Honor book.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e A gift edition of this title is also available, featuring a slipcase and fold-out poster. (ISBN: 9780823452552)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e An original tale featuring a traditional Jewish folk hero, this clever story, which received a Sydney Taylor Honor, has been a family favorite for decades! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e On the first night of Hanukkah, a weary traveler named Hershel of Ostropol eagerly approaches a village, where plenty of latkes and merriment should warm him.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e But when he arrives not a single candle is lit. A band of frightful goblins has taken over the synagogue, and the villagers cannot celebrate at all! Hershel vows to help them. Using his wits, the clever trickster faces down one goblin after the next, night after night.  But can one man alone save Hanukkah and live to tell the tale? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrina Schart Hyman’s leering goblins are equal parts terrifying and ridiculous as they match wits with Hershel, trying to keep him from lighting the menorah and celebrating Hanukkah.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This beautiful 25th Anniversary Edition includes an insightful afterword from the author and publisher explaining the book's origins, and remembering Trina Schart Hyman, the illustrator who brought the tale to life.  This classic picture book is a perfect Hanukkah gift and a wonderful read-aloud. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For more tales of this clever folk hero, read \u003ci\u003eThe Adventures of Hershel of Ostropol\u003c\/i\u003e— another collaboration between master storyteller Eric A. Kimmel and Trina Schart Hyman.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaldecott Honor Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eALA Notable Children’s Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eNCTE Notable Children’s Book in the Language Arts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eA Sydney Taylor Award Honor Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eColorado Children’s Book Award\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eWashington Children's Choice Picture Book Award\u003c\/b\u003e★ \"In this splendidly illustrated, humorous tale, Hershel outwits, one by one, eight fearsome goblins who not only haunt an old synagogue, but also have been forestalling Hanukkah in a nearby village . . . Rarely are author and illustrator so in tune.\"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—Kirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e, Starred Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"This, my friends, is our Hanukkah pop-culture icon. Judaism’s very own \u003ci\u003eA Christmas Carol\u003c\/i\u003e, if you will. . . . \u003ci\u003eHershel and the Hanukkah Goblins\u003c\/i\u003e has become a holiday staple not only because it creates a compelling story that mimics the historical tale, but largely because it brings fun and magic to the season outside of the holiday’s original traditions.\"—\u003ci\u003eAliza Pelto, heyalma.com\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"Hyman is at her best with windswept landscapes, dark interiors, close portraiture, and imaginatively wicked creatures. Both art and history are charged with energy.\"—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"This is a story whose essentials—cleverness, bravery, and otherworldly happenings— always attract readers.\"—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"This original story in the tradition of Yiddish tales about Hershel Ostropolier is welcome as a Hanukkah story and as a trickster tale. . . . Hyman's illustrations capture Hershel's humor and earthy, peasant quality.\"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—The Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Caldecott Medalist Trina Schart Hyman provides wonderfully creepy art for Eric Kimmel's \u003ci\u003eHershel and the Hanukkah Goblins\u003c\/i\u003e, a triumphant tale of goblins outwitted and faith preserved.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eEric A. Kimmel, known for his retellings of Jewish folktales, is the author of more than a hundred children’s books, including \u003ci\u003eThe Adventures of Hershel of Ostropol\u003c\/i\u003e,  another classic tale also illustrated by Trina Schart Hyman.  Eric is a  five-time winner of the National Jewish Book award, and the recipient  of a Sydney Taylor Lifetime Achievement award.  Many of his titles have  won state awards and appeared on school and library recommended lists. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne  of the most distinguished and celebrated illustrators of her   generation, Trina Schart Hyman (1939-2004) was awarded the Caldecott   Medal for \u003ci\u003eSt. George and the Dragon\u003c\/i\u003e, retold by Margaret Hodges, and Caldecott Honors for\u003ci\u003e A Child's Calendar\u003c\/i\u003e, by John Updike, \u003ci\u003eHershel and the Hanukkah Goblins\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eLittle Red Riding Hood\u003c\/i\u003e. Born in Philadelphia, she lived most of her life in New Hampshire.","brand":"Holiday House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46305244741861,"sku":"NP9780823431946","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780823431946.jpg?v=1767728998","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/hershel-and-the-hanukkah-goblins-isbn-9780823431946","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}