Using “Google Exodus" in the Classroom
by Babaganewz.comTeach the Exodus story using some or all of these activities and thought questions.
Models of the 'Four Sons'
by Rebecca RubinsteinThis is fun to do with as many members of the family as possible and bring them to the Seder table.
Passover Cushion for Leaning
by Rebecca RubinsteinWhy not make yourself or a family member a great cushion cover for leaning on at the Seder!
Uproot the Nail: A Short Yom Kippur Video on Nailing Down Forgiveness
How to attain real forgiveness.
The Unlikely Hero who Saved Thousands of Jews
Even though he lacked the necessary experience, Varian Fry risked his life to save Jews in Vichy France because no one else was going to do it.
Make the Call: An Inspiring Yom Kippur Video
When Nancy Baida and Harry Ashkanazi had an argument, they never expected it to end the way it did. A powerful story about courage, humility and forgiveness.
Two White Robes: Yom Kippur and the Stormfront Summit
Their robe symbolizes a fixation with skin color, ours symbolizes the purity of the soul.
Rosh Hashanah Cards from the Holocaust
A glimpse into some of the ways Jews before, during and immediately after the Holocaust marked the New Year.
Rate My Service: A True Story about a Devastating Critique
Someone wronged Mike, the owner, unfairly, and plastered it online. My heart went out to him.
How Two Ordinary Teenagers are Changing the World
Their mind-blowing responses to Hurricane Harvey and a sick neighbor is the inspiration we need for the High Holidays.
Three Things I Learned by Deleting Facebook from My Phone
Breaking any habit is hard. But I’m learning to embrace the white space of life.
Donkey Kong, Secret Agent Man and Not Feeling God’s Love
Four reframes for the times you feel very distant from God.
Understanding Prayer: 10 Short Videos on How Prayer Can Change Your Life
Engaging heart, mind and soul in this central Jewish practice.
Infusing Repentance with Mindfulness, Compassion and Self-Love
Creating the conducive environment to grow, heal and make amends.
Here’s What Counts: A Letter to My Children
Important wisdom I’ve learned in my nearly 40 years of living – more than 14 of them as your mother.
Don’t Let Your Mistakes Define You
Like the professional athlete, you’ve got to get back into the game and play to win.
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Guy Confessions: What I Want to Tell the Shadchan
Four points from actively dating dudes that could make Jewish dating even better.
Creation: A Convergence of Torah and Science
Once unthinkable, the accounts of creation by Torah and science are converging.
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The Secret to a Guilt-free Yom Kippur
Understanding the crucial difference between negative guilt and constructive regret.
What Jewish History Forgot: Yom Kippur Edition
Studies show that stock prices are tied to Yom Kippur?!
Rosh Hashanah: Can’t Stop the Feeling
Justin Timberlake, celebrating the new year and the joy of being Jewish.