Historical Fiction--Latkes and Applesauce

Latkes and Applesauce

Fran Manushkin
1990

Latkes and Applesauce is a story about a Jewish family that is poor.  They hardly have any food but are not selfish when it comes to taking in 2 animals during a blizzard during Hanukkah.  The story explains the traditions of Hanukkah. 

Latkes and Applesauce tells a story but within the story it gives history about the celebration of Hanukkah.  The story discusses the customs and traditions they celebrate during the 8 nights of Hanukkah.  I found it interesting because I didn't know a lot about the history of Hanukkah.  We have such a melting pot of cultures and religions here in the United States.  This book would  be an excellent way to bring global awareness to the classroom.