From Legos to seashells, these menorah crafts make great keepsakes and use simple materials you probably already have on hand. Get tips for making them, plus our favorite store-bought menorahs for kids.

Looking for a fun way to discuss the Hanukkah story as a family this year? Get out the craft supplies and have kids make their own menorah! Yes, it’s true the Maccabees originally lit a wooden Hannukiyah (another word for menorah). But menorahs can be made from any material—there’s a golden one in Jerusalem!—making the DIY options endless.

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