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This new 48-page resource book contains everything teachers need to plan and manage their classes keep class records and add mindfulness and purpose to their teaching.

From the authors of classic commentaries on Lamentations, Jonah, Ruth, the Song of Songs, Ecclesiastes, Proverbs, and Pirke Avot comes this new volume on the Book of Esther. Rabbis Kravitz and Olitzky shed new light on this familiar story by combining traditional rabbinic views and contemporary literary criticism to create a readable and relevant commentary. More than the centerpiece of Purim celebrations, Esther is unique in the biblical canon, and raises as many questions as it reveals answers. It is a rich source for text study, at Purim and throughout the year.

The newest book in this ongoing series by Michelle Shapiro Abraham introduces young children to the Havdalah blessings and rituals that bring Shabbat to a close. Ann D. Koffsky's beautiful color illustrations show the related ritual objects and how they're used. This book is the perfect choice for families and schools looking to teach about this special Jewish time.

National Jewish Book Award FinalistParenting can be lonely, isolating, and confusing. Yet parenting is also holy work. In this comprehensive volume, a rabbi and mother of three shares the treasures of Jewish teaching and Jewish thought on parenting.Using the words of Genesis and Deuteronomy, the songs of the Psalmist, the instructions of Proverbs, and the wisdom of ancient and modern sages, Sacred Parenting guides readers to parent with spirituality, mindfulness, and partnership with God. Its methods are multifaceted, grounded in Jewish tradition, contemporary parenting best-practices, and real-world experience. Topics include bedtime, discipline, transmitting values, and much more.In addition to providing a spiritual outlook and practical guidance, Sacred Parenting invites readers to delve more deeply into Jewish living. The book contains a treasury of prayers for myriad occasions, an accessible explanation of Jewish holidays and milestones, and suggestions for meaningful, age-appropriate observance of Jewish occasions.

Torah Study

You're in love and planning a wedding, but how can you, as a couple, ensure that your marriage will survive harrowing statistics on divorce? For starters, try the highly successful and enlightening seven-week Commitment workshop from the Union for Reform Judaism Department of Jewish Family Concerns, for which this volume is a primary text.Like the course, this book helps couples explore their differing perspectives, families of origin, and expectations for marriage, while heightening skills in communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution. Each session begins with text-based study linking past with present to help couples create safe and loving Jewish homes that reflect their joint spiritual aims.Helpful to all couples who are joining their lives together, including same-sex couples. Suitable for small and large congregations.

LIVING TORAH is an anthology of over 180 d'vrei Torah from the first seven years of Torat Chayim. This outstanding collection edited by Rabbi Elaine Glickman is the perfect gift for students of Torah b'nei mitzvah students or anyone preparing a d'var Torah.

In this introduction to the study of Jewish texts Rabbi Ronald H. Isaacs guides students in the reading investigating and questioning of talmudic and midrashic materials

These Words Upon Our HeartÔø¿blends history philosophy language literature and comparative religion into a fun fascinating and challenging study on Jewish literacy.

Book 2: An Interactive Guide Through to the Winter Spring and Summer Holidays

Organized thematically this text by noted educator and author Nachama Skolnik Moskowitz provides students with the opportunity to study a selection of essential rabbinic texts.

Are you looking for a high school curriculum that brings to life issues directly related to your students? Would you like to help your students improve their text skills?Ôø¿Sex in the TextÔø¿may be your answer.

These beautifully illustrated keepsake books have pages for celebrants and parents to record the details of the ceremony the Torah and haftarah portions a family tree and special moments to remember.

Probes the varieties of Jewish thought and ritual practice from the perspective of Liberal Judaism. It aims to show how Liberal Judaism blends respect for Jewish traditions with a modern approach, making it relevant for today's world.

In this book early childhood expert Andrea King tracks the development of two composite families through the life-cycle process and compares how well they manage the challenges that arise at each stage.

Draws on the Jewish tradition to advise adolescents on making ethical decisions about death, family, sex, and other areas of life.

"Adapted with permission from I Love Jewish Faces, published in 2009 by URJ Press"--E-CIP title page verso.

"Addresses the long-recognized need for a text that presents contemporary Israel to American youth." --Dr. Robert Wales, President, American Jewish University"Presents a three-dimensional Israel--full of political debate, cultural clash, and the human dilemmas of real people." --Robert Satloff, Executive Director, The Washington Institute for Near East PolicyIn Israel Matters leading middle-east authority Mitchell Bard digs deeply into the political cultural and historical forces facing the Jewish state. He provides historical context and fact-based answers to the criticisms and controversies that will help students and adults alike come to the debate about Israel with an appreciation for its complexity and an ability to develop and then advocate for a balanced view of Israel that is fair tot he Jewish state.This revised version includes timelines through 2018.

The¬¿Companion Siddur¬¿presents Friday evening and Shabbat morning prayers in the context of a synagogue service printed in large Hebrew type with numbered lines. Use it with the¬¿New Siddur Program¬¿or with any prayer program.

Companion Siddur Reform edition

Shalom Ivrit 3, the final book in the Shalom Ivrit series, brings to life stories of spirited young teens at home, at camp, with friends, and in Israel. The new vocabulary, including mah'sheiv (computer), s'deih-teufah (airport), pitzah (pizza) and mahaneh (camp), reflects the interests and experiences of teens. Students have fun and learn about Israel as their ability to read and understand Hebrew continues to grow.With 190 new words, students’ ability to conduct simple conversations in Hebrew, using both the present and past tenses, steadily increases as they progress through the book.Features and benefits:High-interest, age-appropriate stories motivate students to improve their reading fluency and comprehension.The interdisciplinary approach of teaching about Israel in Hebrew provides students with an enriched, dynamic learning experience.Vocabulary boxes (milonim) introduce new vocabulary and a cumulative list of all new vocabulary appears in the back of the book as a resource for students.Comprehension activities—including true and false, word picture matches, cloze technique (sentence completion), and puzzles—provide students with the practice they need to build and strengthen skills.More than 120 age-appropriate, full-color illustrations and photographs enliven the text and cue students for textual meaning.Basic grammar—including present tense and past tense verb endings, and root letters—is presented sequentially and clearly, increasing familiarity with Hebrew word structure and syntax.

Do your students lose their Hebrew reading skills every year between May and September?

This full-color three-year prayer series presents the Shabbat Morning Service in its exact order; prayers, blessings, and songs for home observance of Shabbat and the holidays; and selections from the Friday Night Service and Hallel. Hineni: The New Hebrew Through Prayer 1 includes the opening prayers in the Shabbat Morning Service and prayers and blessings for the home, including Shabbat and the holidays. Students examine the themes of the prayers as well as their links to Jewish values, and they answer challenging analytical questions, such as: "Why do you think Ma'ariv Aravim and Yotzer Or include so many words that mean "create"? What does that tell us about God?" PRAYERS IN BOOK 1: Barechu Ma'ariv Aravim Yotzer Or Shema Ve'ahavta Mi Chamochah Brachot Brachot shel Mitzvah Brachot shel Shabbat Brachot shel Yom Tov Kiddush

Bring Jewish values to life with an engaging blend of mitzvot, middot, and timeless Jewish wisdom.At an age when students are thinking critically about right and wrong, the importance of the choices they make, and the role that Judaism will play in their lives, A Kid's Mensch Handbook provides a wealth of Jewish advice, experience, and answers. Presented in a modern format designed to engage your students' interest and imaginations, A Kid's Mensch Handbook provides each student with a unique and lasting connection to core Jewish values.The book is organized into three sections: Mensch Basics, Be a Mensch to Yourself, and Be a Mensch to Others. Together, they help students understand basics of menschlekeit, how introspection and self-examination lead to self-respect, and how respect for oneself leads to respect for and from others.Real-life examples, midrashic and historical vignettes, and lively narrative make Jewish values tangible, understandable, and applicable to your students' everyday lives.Interactive features such as "Mensch-Wise" (What do you think it means to be "created in God's image"?), "Mensch Top 5" (Check out these tips to becoming your own best friend...), and "A Note of Middot" (Sameah b'helko reminds us to be content with what we have — and who we are!)Thought-provoking exercises, intriguing questionnaires, and fun surveys allow each student to draw a personal connection to each Jewish value, and to imagine the role he or she can play in the Jewish and global communities.Includes a "Mensch Index" with handy definitions and cross-references to mitzvot, middot, and midrash found throughout the book.

Help your students grow and mature as Jews for the rest of their lives.

Practical, compassionate advice on cultivating our inner life.

What's for dinner tonight? Artist, author, and cook Lisa Rauchwerger serves up mouthwatering meals and memories in her delightful cookbook. Using the Jewish calendar as a framework, both parent and child can cook up tasty treats all year long. With Aunt Ada's Challah (with a twist) on Shabbat, Multicultural Charoset on Pesach, and Sugar Moon Cookies on Rosh Chodesh, "New Moon," families will be sure to find new, meaningful ways to celebrate the Jewish holidays. Each easy-to-follow recipe is designed for children ages 5-11, their families, and their teachers. This interactive text is complete with whimsical, four-color illustrations; an illustrated cooking dictionary; Hebrew vocabulary; and charming stories related to a particular holiday or food. So, set your table with tasty treats and... enjoy!Interactive format for parent and childEasy to use in the kitchenTrivia and information on Jewish holidays