Synopses & Reviews
FRESH, FEISTY, FUNNY.
In this Hanukkah story, Penina fi nds that a glass of cold milk and a hot potato pancake go a long way. Penina Levine is the only member of her family who isnt looking forward to Hanukkah. Not only is it another chance for her annoying sister to steal the spotlight, but her favorite teacher is taking a mysterious leave of absence, and her best friend is deserting her to go on a dream vacation to Aruba. Then Penina discovers why Mrs. Brown must go away and hears that a snowstorm may ruin Zozos trip, and Penina knows shes the one who must bring some holiday spirit to her friends. Readers of all backgrounds will relate to Penina as she turns a pile of problems into a Hanukkah to remember.Penina Levine Is a Potato Pancake is a 2009 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.
Synopsis
In this fresh, feisty, and funny holiday story, the star of "Penina Levine Is a Hard-Boiled Egg" returns and is the only member of her family who isn't looking forward to Hanukkah. However, the ever-resourceful Penina turns a pile of problems into a Hanukkah to remember. Illustrations.
About the Author
REBECCA OCONNELL is the author of last years PENINA LEVINE IS A HARD-BOILED EGG. which was selected as a Sydney Taylor Book Award Notable Book. She lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
MAJELLA LUE SUE illustrated the previous book about Penina Levine. She lives in Pasadena, California.