Isn’t Purim just Jewish halloween? Well yes and no. Purim is a joyous holiday that recounts the saving of the Jewish people. The Purim story celebrates Esther’s bravery, Mordechai’s wisdom and BOOOOO Haman. Purim is a community celebration that includes the reading of the Scroll of Esther, called the Megillah. Some Jewish communities put on a Purim shpiel, or play, that usually pokes fun at community leaders or relates somehow to what’s happening in the world. Kids can enjoy fun festivities such as attending a carnival, dressing up in costumes and eating tasty hamantaschen (triangular jam-filled cookies).
- Jewish Holidays (Chagim)
- K - 5
- Congregational Learning
- Family Engagement
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An exciting and diverse collection of resources to learn and celebrate the story of Purim.
An Escape the Room style game for Purim.
Sherwood the puppet introduces Chapter One of Megilat Esther