Activities for the Core Jewish Values Poster
Perfect for every classroom, our new large format poster highlights 9 values to help kids act like “mensches” in and out of school.... Read More
Suicide and Mental Health Selected Bibliography
Use this annotated bibliography to source additional essays and lessons on a wide-range of mental health... Read More
NOVEMBER 2017 ZEH HAYOM CALENDAR
The November edition features candy, cookies and sandwiches, commemorative historical dates, links to art projects, musical activities, and much... Read More
Mental Health Resources
Our guide provides access to learn about common mental health conditions, listen to first-person stories of struggle and survival, read discussions on... Read More
Zeh Hayom Calendar Project
Bring holiness to each day with our new Zeh Hayom calendar. Each month features a combination of commemorative dates, mini projects, discussion... Read More
Create Your Own Kosher Animal
Create a mash-up kosher animal in clay, then use technology to showcase the... Read More
Jewish Wisdom on Help, Despair and Hope
These newly developed text study and discussion sheets engage teens and adults in an exploration of the varying ways the Jewish tradition responds... Read More
February 2017 Zeh HaYom Calendar
Bring holiness to each day with our new Zeh Hayom calendar. The February edition features Tu’B’Shevat activities, commemorative dates such as National Clean out Your... Read More
Kosher or Not Kosher
Explore Jewish dietary laws while increasing Hebrew vocabulary in this study of animals that encompasses the entire animal kingdom. The lesson is available... Read More
Holiness Breakout Box
Investigate themes of holiness through interactive puzzles and games based on the popular breakout.edu model. These materials empower students to explore three holiness themes: the... Read More
Committing to Kindness
Gemilut Hasadim are small moments of kindness between people. Use these lessons to empower & inspire your students to treat others with... Read More
Wonder in the Jewish Classroom
The beloved young adult novel/movie Wonder has many themes which will resonate in the Jewish classroom, among them welcoming strangers and being... Read More
Touchstones for the Beauty of the Everyday
The rhythms of the Jewish calendar often ebb and flow, alternating between particularly busy times and quieter times. The busy times offer... Read More
MARCH 2017 ZEH HAYOM CALENDAR
The March edition features Purim activities, March Madness vocabulary, fun facts about Pi Day, and much, much... Read More
DECEMBER 2017 ZEH HAYOM CALENDAR
The December edition features skiing, sufganiyot, Shabbat, and of course Hanukkah, as well as links to art projects, musical activities, and much... Read More
Voting – Making Informed Choices
As election seasons draw near, many political and communal organizations stress the importance of voting. The Jewish community is no different. These... Read More
April 2017 Zeh Hayom Calendar
The April edition features Passover activities, commemorative dates such as National Poem in Your Pocket Day, a link to Hebrew baseball vocabulary in honor of Opening... Read More
JANUARY 2018 ZEH HAYOM CALENDAR
The January edition features Tu B’Shevat, Shabbat, kazoos, The Simpsons, and links to art projects, musical activities, recipes, and much... Read More
Embracing “What’s Next?”
Engaging in professional development opportunities can increase skills and provide new insights at any stage of one’s career. As you anticipate next steps... Read More
May 2017 Zeh Hayom Calendar
The May edition features Israel activities, commemorative dates such as National Tap Dance Day and Mothers Day, festive Shabbat meal ideas, a link to Hebrew... Read More
Feeling Close to God
“Prayer is our humble answer to the inconceivable surprise of living.” ~Abraham Joshua Heschel Inspire students to come up with their... Read More
Start the Solar Year with a Mitzvah
As the solar calendar turns to a new year, take the opportunity to bring light into the world with one or more... Read More
JUNE 2017 ZEH HAYOM CALENDAR
The June edition features roller coasters, Israel activities, commemorative dates such as National Donut Day and Fathers Day, festive Shabbat ideas, a link to Hebrew basketball vocabulary and... Read More
Shema as a Six Word Story
Six-word stories are a growing trend; the Shema is the perfect example to help students understand why brief statements hold such power. Using the... Read More
OCTOBER 2017 ZEH HAYOM CALENDAR
The October edition features Sukkot activities, commemorative dates, links to art projects and stories, a Hebrew counting challenge for Mole Day, and much more!... Read More
JULY 2017 ZEH HAYOM CALENDAR
The July edition features Summer fun, festive Shabbat ideas, a link to Hebrew tennis vocabulary and much... Read More
FEBRUARY 2018 ZEH HAYOM CALENDAR
Our February 2018 calendar features the Super Bowl, Winter Olympics, and Spring Training, as well as preparations for Purim and all the... Read More
April 2018 Zeh HaYom Calendar
This April edition features Passover activities, commemorative dates such as Draw a Bird Day, a link to ideas for celebrating Israel’s 70 birthday, and much... Read More
Illustrated Blessing Charts – Learning Torah
Using visuals encourages active participation, collaboration and learning for all students. These illustrated blessing (brachah) charts have been created to help facilitate... Read More
Jewish Ritual and the Transition Beyond High School
As early as sophomore year in high school, students are bombarded with questions about “what’s next?” This lesson offers these students some... Read More
Illustrated Blessing Charts – Seeing a Rainbow
Using visuals encourages active participation, collaboration and learning for all students. These illustrated blessing (brachah) charts have been created to help facilitate... Read More
MARCH 2018 ZEH HAYOM CALENDAR
Our March 2018 calendar features some goodies: Passover, Purim, and The Lord of the Rings!? And of course links to Jewish food,... Read More
AUGUST 2017 ZEH HAYOM CALENDAR
The August edition includes fun outdoor activities, music, shofar making, a total solar eclipse and much... Read More
MAY 2018 ZEH HAYOM CALENDAR
The 2018 May edition features Shavuot activities, commemorative dates such as National Visit Your Relatives Day and National Brisket Day, new Hebrew... Read More
Awe and Wonder
In this multi-sensory lesson, students consider moments that bring them awe or wonder and consider how blessings help us cultivate gratitude through... Read More
June 2018 Zeh Hayom Calendar
The June 2018 edition features mitzvah projects, commemorative dates such as National Olive Day, festive Shabbat ideas, Hebrew vocabulary for celebrating The... Read More
Total Eclipse
How should one respond when the sun is shrouded in darkness by the moon in the middle of the day? When the... Read More
July 2018 Zeh HaYom Calendar
The July 2018 calendar features a mix of solemn and celebratory events to match the rhythm of the Jewish... Read More
September 2017 Zeh Hayom Calendar
The September edition includes suggestions for family Rosh Hashanah preparation activities, links to our new Shofar Blendspace, and much more!... Read More
Suicide in Our Communities: Learning Signs, Asking Questions, Getting Help
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among adolescents in the United States. As Jewish educational leaders, we have an obligation to... Read More
Bentching Gomel
Bentching Gomel is the reciting of the gomel prayer after surviving a life threatening or dangerous situation. Help students express and discuss... Read More
Family Loss Bibliography for Children
This Family Loss Bibliography for Children includes books that make up a resource box for families coping with... Read More
Mother’s Day
Ideas that will both educate your students and delight their moms! Plan a lesson that will forge a meaningful connection between our... Read More