Sukkot is a weeklong Jewish festival following Yom Kippur, observed by the building of and living (eating and sleeping) in temporary tent-like structures called a sukkah and the waving of arba minim, or “four kinds” of plants, including a citron (etrog), a palm frond (lulav), three myrtle twigs (hadassim) and two willow trigs (aravot). These traditions symbolize a reconnection with nature as a means of recognizing the many ways G-d provides for and protects us after the intense experience of Yom Kippur. The holiday also highlights Jewish unity, as our collective gatherings in temporary dwellings remind us we are all cared for equally by G-d, and the waving of the arba minim symbolizes bringing together the many different personalities that make up the Jewish community of Israel.
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In this episode, we speak to artist Sarah Damelin about the importance of integrating art in Jewish education.
Large font prayers, with extra space between words and lines that are much easier for early decoders/readers to tackle.
Mayim, our initial example of "Additional" Models, could be placed in a Multi-aged, Project-Based Learning, or Experiential Learning bucket. Mayim is a K-5 learning community in which depth of relationships and depth of learning are intentionally fostered and visible everywhere.