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Hanukkah countdown — free printable eight nights chart

A Hanukkah countdown to mark each of the eight nights — light the candle, note a small activity or treat, and help children savour the Festival of Lights one night at a time.

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Free · No email required Hanukkah countdown printable eight nights chart light candle activity treat children savour Festival of Lights menorah family celebration December
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  • Personalise. Open the PDF in Canva, Acrobat online or Apple Preview and edit the text.
  • Print. Heavyweight matte card at home for A3 and under; a print shop for 18×24".
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Frequently asked questions

How does the Hanukkah candle-lighting work over eight nights?
Hanukkah lasts eight nights, and the menorah (or hanukkiah) holds nine candles: eight for the nights plus a helper candle, the shamash, used to light the others. On the first night you light the shamash and one candle; on the second night, two; and so on, until all eight are lit on the final night. Candles are typically added right to left and lit left to right (newest first), with blessings recited. Customs vary between families and communities, so this is a general overview. A countdown chart is a lovely way to help children anticipate and savour each night, pairing the lighting with a small activity, game of dreidel or treat.
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