How compassionate should one be and how much should one pass judgement when faced with people who do something wrong? Learners use the Jonah narrative to explore the concepts of din (judgement), rahamim (compassion), and teshuvah (repentance) and to consider how these concepts apply to contemporary situations.

The pandemic forced Jews to celebrate the Tishrei holidays in different ways. Delve into the concept of pikuah nefesh to comprehend the

Kol Nidrei is considered by many to be one of the most meaningful parts of the Jewish liturgy. Students examine the words and

How sound is transmitted can make a big difference in how we experience the sound. Sometimes things that are meaningful to us

Participants will review elements of Elul observance and learn about Yom Kippur traditions by figuring out these playful puzzles, based on the

Attach your sins to a goat; then get rid of the goat. Students bring the scapegoat ritual into the 21st century as

Use this diverse collection of activities to inspire your students in multiple ways as they enter into the New Year. This activity

In Judaism words do far more than tell, describe, or explain.  According to tradition, words can create an entire world out of

 Vidui is not just for transgressions anymore. Strengthen students’ spirits for the upcoming year as they compose a positive vidui to confess the good things