This free source sheet is great for teaching about Shavuot and Ketu’vim (Writings). Connect their longing to return to their normal lives to the Jewish People’s longing for Jerusalem. Give out maps of Jerusalem and challenge the students to find the fastest route from one place to another (like the shuk to the kotel) can be a game like the train board game, Write a version of Canterbury tales but on alia or oleh regel to yerushalayim, with each student as a character in costume, accent etc. Singer-songwriter Alicia Jo Rabins took the story and turned it into a delicate song, beginning the chorus with Ruth’s words to Naomi plucked straight from the Hebrew Bible: “And where you go I’ll go / where you live will be my home.” (וַתֹּאמֶר רוּת אַל-תִּפְגְּעִי-בִי, לְעָזְבֵךְ לָשׁוּב מֵאַחֲרָיִךְ: כִּי אֶל-אֲשֶׁר תֵּלְכִי אֵלֵךְ, וּבַאֲשֶׁר תָּלִינִי אָלִין–עַמֵּךְ עַמִּי, וֵאלֹהַיִךְ אֱלֹהָי). It is named after its central figure, Ruth the Moabitess and traditionally read by Jews on the holiday of Shavuot, which celebrates the revelation of the Torah at Mount Sinai as well as marking the beginning of the harvest season…which is depicted in our film centered around fields and threshing rooms. Learn the Ten Commandments in a rocking, fun kids’ sing-along featuring Naomi Less! Post jobs, find pros, and collaborate commission-free in our professional marketplace. Can even deliver real cakes to them. On Shavuot we give the first fruit of the harvest. For younger students- color each parsha and tape together for a sefer Torah, Buddy project- older and younger students study Pirkei Avoth together and share their advice, The school-wide class KAVOD challenge (Lag BaOmer), Color war with bingo, talent show, etc. Ask students to prepare s’mores ingredients using any type of fire they have, some singing, etc. Her strong character and unique voice amplify a powerful message to young women: be who you are, no apologies. Bim Bam Fall 2020. Learn the basics about the most important Jewish holiday that you’ve never heard of. Sing along to “As Long As You’re With Me,” an original song written and performed by Alicia Jo Rabins. Resources for Yom Yerushalayim
Although the holiday began as one of the three harvest festivals (Sukkot and Passover), Shavuot is often associated with the receiving of the Torah on Mount Sinai. Escape room- virtual- OR send the package in the mail with answers online, Comic-Con: Create your own comic books of famous moments in Jewish History- like Ruth- questions about the characters and how they are depicted, bring in artists, For Ruth- discuss conversion and related issues and how amazing converts are.
From all night study sessions to mountains of cheese, Shavuot finds incredible ways to celebrate receiving the Torah. This project is great for kids ages 6 and up and may require adult supervision due to the use of scissors. BimBam's digital storytelling sparks connections to Judaism for learners of all ages. Keep up to date with the latest videos and news from BimBam. Bim Bam resources OU shul games and activities for Shavuot Jewish Agency for Israel collated a TON of resources (examples: 10 commandments games, situation cards, Ruth lesson plans etc.) What elements of these programs should be in small groups, in medium groups, in larger groups and maybe open to the larger community? Get your team aligned with all the tools you need on one secure, reliable video platform. This project was made possible with generous support from The Koret Foundation, as part of its Initiative on Jewish Peoplehood. Congregation Beth El Voorhees Learn how to report a violation. Pre-tikun leil Shavuot (PREKUN) with coffee, hot chocolate sent in advance and famous people or people with super cool jobs sharing their stories of choosing Judaism. This resource includes the Book of Ruth in Hebrew and English.
Shavuot (weeks in Hebrew) is the feast of weeks and is celebrated for seven weeks after Passover.
It features questions about comprehension and media literacy, three discussion prompts, a creative writing exercise, a chevruta (pair study) activity, and a Shavuot/Ten Commandments FAQ. Naomi Less, hailed by PresenTense Magazine as the “Ultimate Jewish Chick Rocker” breaks gender stereotypes with her faith-driven, edgy, pop-rock riffs, soaring melodies and uplifting messages.
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