Birthdays, Jewishly
An article about the meaning of birthdays in Jewish tradition and how to make birthdays more meaningful, Jewishly
A Prayer When Children Wear New Shoes
Turning the mundane into the profound
First Day of School
Various rituals for the first day of school, going back to school, the end of the school year, and playing hookey
First Haircut
Description of the first haircut in Jewish tradition
Rosh Chodesh Av Ceremony
A ceremony for Rosh Chodesh Av dedicated to ending violence against women
Essence of Tammuz
A summary of facts, characters, and holidays related to the month of Tammuz
Lighting for Tammuz
Bringing light to a month that has no festivals
A Reading and Activity for Rosh Chodesh Iyar
Responsive readings and group activities for Iyar, mentioning Rosh Chodesh, manna, and Iyar’s holidays
Essence of Iyar
A summary of facts, characters, and holidays related to the month of Iyar
Rosh Chodesh Nisan: March – April
An extensive ritual for Rosh Chodesh Nisan, focusing on Miriam and the crossing of the Sea of Reeds
