Rosh Hashanah is the time of year to plant the seeds of tradition - even in your youngest children. And this year, with Rosh Hashanah coming at the end of September, we truly are celebrating autumn. Changing leaves. Changing wildflowers. Changing winds. As it often does, the Jewish calendar is enhancing our appreciation of this shift from one season to the next. Encouraging your young explorers A simple way to celebrate the movement toward Rosh Hashanah is to go for a stroll in a nearby park, looking for little signs of fall. Here is a lovely recollection of one Mom’s experience doing … [Read more...]
The Dot - #JewishBookFun4Kids - #6
The Dot, written by Peter H. Reynolds, was a discovery for me that sparked an instant passion. Thanks to our reading specialist daughter, Laura Pajor, for knowing that I’d totally groove on the idea. And I’ve been saving it to share until before Rosh Hashanah, because there’s a great tie-in with the holiday. In this story, little Vashti was sitting glumly in art class, with a blank sheet of paper in front of her. She was sure that she could not draw. At first, her teacher tried to jolly her along. Then she said something that made all the difference: “Just make a mark and see where it … [Read more...]
Rosh Hashanah - Celebrations for Kids & Grownups
With Rosh Hashanah coming in just 24 days, it’s time to think of how we want to celebrate this year in our homes. Some of my favorite things: Rosh Hashanah Bingo Game – for ages 2-9 + intergenerational play. Get yours from Amazon – free shipping with Amazon Prime – before they’re gone for good. This year, they’ve already been shipping to New York, California, Virginia, Canada, Hungary, and more. Jewish Family Celebrations by Arlene Rossen Cardozo – my copy is falling apart, because I’ve consulted it so many times. Pinterest.com/JewishHolidays board for Rosh Hashanah to remind me of fun … [Read more...]
Closing Biz - Get Rosh Hashanah Bingo Games Now
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Playing Games Brings Families Closer
My husband comes from serious games-playing people. On my first visit there, we played no-holds-barred contract gin. Coming from my small, quiet family, I found it overwhelming. But I liked it. So when we had children, it seemed natural to incorporate family games from a very young age. Our version of contract gin was more restrained. We take turns. We do not slap at the cards. But we are very serious and competitive, through the laughter and loud music. When our girls were young elementary school age, I sketched out our first version of Hanukkah Bingo onto pieces of cardboard. As … [Read more...]
