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I Know An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Dreidel Hardcover – Picture Book, August 26, 2014

by Caryn Yacowitz (Author), David Slonim (Illustrator)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 140 ratings
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You've never seen Hanukkah or the "I Know an Old Lady" story like this before . . . through hilarious takes on the world's greatest works of art!

A family drives through the snow to visit their beloved bubbe, who spreads out a Chanukah supper for everyone to enjoy. But one dish goes a little wrong:"I know an old lady who swallowed a dreidelA Chanukah dreidel she thought was a bagel...Perhaps it's fatal." Indeed, Bubbe's first bite leads to an insatiable taste for oil, latkes, applesauce, gelt -- even menorahs! But as the family tries to distract her from her gluttony, the items she devours grow ever larger. Will they be able to reconnect with her and bring her home for the last night of Chanukah -- or will her feasting in fact be fatal? Beyond the joy of a Jewish take on this most American of folk songs, the illustrations here offer hilarious parodies of great works of art by da Vinci, Rembrandt, Vermeer, Hopper, Rockwell, Matisse, Picasso, and other masters--adding a whole new layer of humor and culture to the familiar tune. You'll love this old lady, and want to visit her every Chanukah for years to come.
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 6 years, from customers
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 2
  5. Lexile measure
    AD760L
  6. Dimensions
    10.5 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches
  7. Publisher
    Arthur A. Levine Books
  8. Publication date
    August 26, 2014
  9. ISBN-10
    0439915309
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0439915304
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K-Gr 3—This version of the familiar cumulative song is given a humorous twist: "I know an old lady who swallowed a dreidel, a Chanukah dreidel she thought was a bagel…Perhaps it's fatal." The song progresses through various traditional foods and symbols, such as oil, latkes, brisket, gelt, and candles, all leading to a large non-fatal "BURP!" Following the original rhyming scheme calls for some verbal acrobatics, which the author handles well, with the exception of substituting "some sauce" for applesauce. Slonim makes an intriguing decision to base the cartoon pictures on famous works of art. "I wanted the art parodies to help the book transcend Chanukah, speaking to the universal human experience of family gatherings and celebrations." So, the old lady is depicted as a winking Mona Lisa, while her family appears in American Gothic and a menorah lights up Van Gogh's The Starry Night. This artistic "what-is-it" adds another layer to the book that is generally appealing and occasionally irksome (the old lady as the young woman in Wyeth's Christina's World.) Still, given the over-the-top silliness of the song, adding a visual game to it doesn't seem excessive and might just spur young readers to locate the original works. A unique addition that could generate a few parodies of its own. Includes an artist's note.—Teri Markson, Los Angeles Public Library

About the Author

Caryn Yacowitz is the author of Pumpkin Fiesta, illustrated by Joe Cepeda, and The Jade Stone: A Chinese Folktale, illustrated by Ju-Hong Chen. She lives in Palo Alto, CA. Please visit her website at carynyacowitz.com.
David Slonim's many children's books include HE CAME WITH THE COUCH, I LOATHE YOU, and MOISHE'S MIRACLE, a NEW YORK TIMES Best Illustrated Books selection. He lives with his family in Chesterfield, Indiana. Please visit his website at www.davidslonim.com.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Arthur A. Levine Books (August 26, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0439915309
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0439915304
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD760L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.5 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 140 ratings

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Maxine Schur
5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have for Hanukah fun!
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2016
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Caryn Yacowitz's "I Know an Old Lady who Swallowed a Dreidel" is a must have for Hanukah fun. It's a clever, rolllicking and rightly absurd take on the classic "I Know an Old Lady who Swallowed a Fly." Much much funnier though with silly rhymes and just the right impossible humor that kids love. To heighten the fun, David Slonim's illustrations, are comical take offs of famous paintings. This is a book to tickle the funny bones of both children and their parents. Highly recommend it.
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enid
5.0 out of 5 stars A Chanukah Tradition!
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2016
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I told my granddaughter to find this book on her shelf so I could read it to her when I visit before Chanukah. She proudly exclaimed,"I already have it next to my bed!" She loves the song/story and is wild about the illustrations! What a clever way to present classic paintings and be able to talk about the artists! It also reviews all the special items/foods we think about associated with Chanukah!
Bravo to the author and illustrator!
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D. Fulmer
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun variation on the theme
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2018
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I bought this for a friend who is a children's librarian at an elementary school, to add to her holiday collection. She read this aloud to her younger students, and declared the book to be fun and interesting. Kids apparently loved it. If your child loves the "I know an old lady" theme, this is definitely a winner! (Even fun for those who are not Jewish, as it introduces kids to cultural concepts.)
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C. Bryant
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Children's Book
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2014
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This book is a Christmas (yes, Christmas) gift for my granddaughter. Her great-grandmother is Jewish and I thought this would be a fun way to introduce her to Hanukah traditions.
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A.J. Sarner
5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book - it's funny and warm and funny ...
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2014
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I loved this book - it's funny and warm and funny and delicious and yup, funny! The entire idea and conceit of the book is so clever. But the best part is that it fulfills a real need, an opportunity to introduce all the key ideas and words of Chanukah to a young audience with wonderful illustrtations plus! an opportunity to sing along with it. I bought 4 copies as gifts and now buying four more- a must have Chanukah gift for every child! And save one for yourself!
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Kathleen
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny way to introduce to great works of art to young children!
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2017
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Such a fun book and I love, love, love the introduction to great works of art and the way they were worked into the story. A perfect way to bring new knowledge of great works of art to the younger generation. Also, it was in excellent condition and arrived quickly. Thanks.
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V. Mooney
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Hanukkah book, enjoyed by children & adults!
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2015
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adorable book, enjoyed by children & adults. Classic works of art, very cleverly worked into each page, provided opportunity to explore them with my grandchildren. The rhyme was also very enjoyable. A Hanukkah hit!
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Jayce
5.0 out of 5 stars Great visuals!
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2019
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This book is a great read! Good rhymes, great pictures! Each page is inspired by a work of art!
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Lisa F
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Hannukah book for kids!
Reviewed in Canada on December 23, 2023
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This is a fantastic book - read it to grade 1/2s who adored the rhymes! Poetic and fun!
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