12/24/2025
The LA Kids Book Festival is proud to present our Virtual Story Time series! Join us for this heartwarming holiday video featuring Latkes for Santa Claus by Janie Emaus Emaus, illustrated by Bryan Langdo—a 2022 International Book Awards Finalist that perfectly celebrates blended families and interfaith traditions.
About the Book:
Anna is excited that Santa will be visiting her house for the first time now that her mom has married Michael's dad. Her stepbrother insists Santa will love his homemade sugar cookies, but Anna thinks Santa must be tired of cookies and wants to leave him a special Jewish treat that blends both holidays her new family celebrates. Through playful problem-solving and humor, Anna explores her options—from matzo ball soup to noodle kugel—searching for the perfect finger food that Santa can grab and go. This delightful story celebrates cultural traditions, family unity, and creative compromises, and includes Anna and Michael's winning recipes for families to try at home!
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About LA Kids Book Festival:
The LA Kids Book Festival is Los Angeles' largest and only event celebrating early childhood education, bilingualism, and multiculturalism. Presented by the American Born Chinese Foundation in partnership with the City of West Hollywood, our mission is to foster a love for reading and promote children's bilingual literacy through free, family-friendly community programs.
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The LA Kids Book Festival is proud to present our Virtual Story Time series! Join us for this heartwarming holiday video featuring Latkes for Santa Claus by ...
