Abstract: An extension module is provided for attachment to a folding or rigid ladder to extend the effective working height of the ladder. A ladder that is designed for use with an extension module according to the invention defines the base module to which the extension module is attached. Cooperatively constructed interconnecting structures on the ladder and the extension module operate to secure the extension module to the ladder and to stabilize the combination of the ladder with the extension.

Abstract: An electric or non-electric candle holder formed in the shape of a holiday tree having a plurality of movable branches that are formed to hold electric or non-electric candles on the branches and also formed to hold at least one holiday ornaments on the branches. The tree shape may be in the form of an evergreen or pine tree and may further have a symmetrical number of branches on either side of a single central trunk so that the holiday tree may be used for Hanukkah celebrations or, in a different configuration, for Kwanzaa celebrations. In further embodiments, the holiday tree may include wireless connectivity to allow for control of individual lighting via a smart phone app or other remote device, or may also include one or more monitors or sensors to alert for smoke, carbon dioxide, motion, or breakage, including glass breakage.