This 10 minute film and accompanying discussion kit explore character education through the wonderful ancient Jewish teachings of Mussar.
Living Judaism is an all-inclusive experiential learning model of Jewish Education. The purpose of the model is to engage every learner, provide carefully constructed learning experiences, build a strong identity, root students firmly in tradition, and create memories to last for years to come.
Temple Israel New Rochelle (TINR), NY. Chavaya uses camp language, feel, and a hands-on approach. Students form eidot (communities) to experience chuggim (electives) such as art, drama, and music.
Community Synagogue of Rye (CSR), NY. Learners in 5th-7th grade meet weekly with a moreh derech (guide/teacher) in each other’s homes to explore Jewish answers to everyday questions. The model includes Family Limmud monthly.
This resource offers ways to express gratitude to increase one's happiness by noticing the good things that are already happening.
This resource allows participants to explore thriving activities through the lens of a "human bingo" game. This resource is an excellent activity to be used as an ice breaker.
A resource designed to promote engagement with students and families around Israel and Yom HaAtzma'ut.
Short framing by Makom, the Israel education lab of the Jewish Agency, sharing thoughts about questions and criticisms on Yom HaAtzma'ut.
In this resource, we will explore the concept of burnout and what we can do to naturally keep our flames burning longer.
This video and classroom discussion questions review the role of Judah the Maccabe and his family in the Chanukah story.