Religion

Shabbat/Holidays

INSPIRATION

Natan Sharansky on Pesach and Freedom

When did I find the strength to fight for my freedom? When I discovered my Judaism.

PASSOVER

Haggadah for Teens and Their Grown-Ups

“The goal of the Seder,” she writes in the book’s introduction, “is to leave everyone on a higher spiritual level.”

EDUCATION

Endless Scroll? Helping Kids Make the Most of the Megillah Experience

If my years working with kids of all ages have taught me anything, it’s that the most tedious and monotonous…

HISTORY

Lost and Found

Among some of the baby gifts my parents received was a little gold Magen David that managed to survive the…

JEWISH LIVING

A No-Grainer: The Laws of Yoshon Simplified

Practically speaking, if a consumer wants to take on the practice of yoshon, what does he or she need to…

PASSOVER

Pesach’s Forgotten Meal

From simple to sophisticated, here are a few Pesach-friendly and brunch-friendly recipes that will be far kinder to your belly…

BOOKS

Best Kids Books to Gift This Chanukah

  A Kids Book About Perseverance By Yonina Schnall Lermer akidsco.com Yonina Schnall Lermer, a veteran teacher and literacy curriculum…

CHANUKAH

Those Were the Nights of Chanukah

Freshly fried foods, rich melty cheesy dishes and items that are best served right away are a treat to cook,…

CHANUKAH

Choosing to Carry the Light of Judaism Forward

Despite my overwhelmingly positive Jewish involvements, choosing a Torah life was the most wrenching decision of my life. I feared…

CHURBAN

Recommended Reading for Tishah B’Av

Get ready for an inspiring and meaningful Tishah B’Av with these book reviews from our archive.

RECIPES

Our Favorite Shavuot Recipes

Easy Summertime Peach and Arugula Salad Yields 6-8 servings A little bit of dressing goes a long way! Pouring off…

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