'Twas the Day before Hanukkah is an exciting story of a young girls anticipation of the beginning of the celebration of Hanukkah. Awaiting the sun to go down, and the festivities to begin, the young girl enthusiastically details each moment from the arrival of guests, playing dreidel, dancing and eating latkes, to hiding gelt, and lighting candles. The beautiful mixed media illustrations, done by the author's sixteen year old daughter, add a charming and delightful feel to the story that all children will love. Reading, 'Twas the Day before Hanukkah, is sure to become a family tradition for all.