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This 15-word Hanukkah word search introduces young students to traditions and vocabulary of the Jewish holiday. Hidden words include menorah, dreidel, latkes, shamash, and gelt, covering both symbols and customs. Use it as a classroom holiday activity, a December or January classroom celebration, or a cultural-education warm-up.

Subject:
Holidays & Seasonal
Topic:
Hanukkah
Grade Level:
2nd – 4th Grades
Updated September 2023

Word List

  • HANUKKAH
  • KISLEV
  • HANUKKIYAH
  • SHAMASH
  • DREIDEL
  • GELT
  • JEWISH
  • CANDLES
  • EIGHTNIGHTS
  • MENORAH
  • GIFTS
  • FRIEDFOOD
  • LATKES
  • FRITTERS
  • FREEDOM

How to Use This Word Search

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