Resources for Talking about Israel with Children with Cognitive Disabilities

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Israel - Contemporary

It is difficult for anyone at any age to comprehend the tragic events that have unfolded in our Jewish homeland. It is all the more complex to help children and individuals with cognitive or developmental disabilities grapple with such events. 

Meredith Polsky, Matan’s Senior Director of Programs and Partnerships and Arlen Gaines, co-authors of the "I Have a Question book series", share suggestions to consider,

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