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26 Sep, 2023
This episode of the Jews Next Dor podcast features Sari Kopitnikoff, a bestselling Jewish author and creator of educational games and programs, as the guest. Sari shares many creative ideas for bringing meaning, intention, and playfulness (MIP) to celebrating Sukkot with children of all ages. She discusses practical ways to build excitement for younger kids through storytelling and activities that make time in the sukkah feel cozy. For older children, Sari suggests engaging them through discussion and games that connect the traditions and history of Sukkot to their experiences. Throughout the interview, she provides numerous suggestions for infusing davening, sukkah decorating, and other traditions with fun elements like escape room games, word puzzles, and more. Listeners will come away with a wealth of new ideas to create unforgettable Sukkot memories and traditions for their families through intentional yet playful approaches. 0:00 Parenting strategies for success with a focus on Sukkot. 2:56 Leaving materialism behind during Sukkot celebrations. 8:36 Sukkot celebration and meaningful experiences for children. 14:34 Sukkot holiday activities and games for children. 19:52 Judaism, inclusivity, and the High Holidays. 22:12 Spiritual growth and connection during Sukkot. 27:28 Using games and activities to engage children in Yom Kippur. 32:06 Parenting and creating memories with intention.
How to prepare our home for Yamim Noraim? How to help children understand and relate to Yamim Noraim? How to get ready for Yom Tov? Welcome to another episode of The Jews Next Dor! We are having an amazing conversation with Mrs. Sharon Richter, or as some know her, Morah Sarah. Mrs. Richter has been the Lower School Associate Principal of Judaic Studies at Salanter Akiba Riverdale Academy (SAR) since 2005. She began her career at SAR in 1986 as a Judaic studies teacher after receiving a bachelor’s degree in Judaic studies from Stern College for Women at Yeshiva University. She is known for her Parashat haShavua series and her inspirational “Spiritual Sparks” workshops. 0:00 - How to help children grow during High Holidays? 02:59 - Setting the home tone for the Yamim Noraim 06:46 - Using Yamim Noraim to maximize the best in ourselves and our children 08:25 - How to make Yom Tov davening easier for children? 11:40 - How to help parents get ready for Yom Tov?
How to explain Teshuva to your children? How to prepare yourself and your family for Teshuva? What strategies to use to create Teshuva consciousness? Welcome back to another episode of The Jews Next Dor! We are glad to have the amazing Rav Judah Mischel as our guest today! Rav Judah Mischel is the Executive Director of Camp HASC, the Hebrew Academy for Special Children. He is also the founder of Tzama Nafshi, and the author of the amazing sefer Baderech: Along the Path of Teshuva. We are talking about parenting, preparing yourself and your children for Teshuva, using stories and experiential educational activities to engage children in Teshuva, and the importance of being authentic and real in everything you do. Tune in to hear more! 01:40 - Who is Rabbi Judah Mischel? 02:58 - Thoughts about parenting and giving advice to others 07:13 - Live what you preach to your children 11:24 - Preparing for Teshuva as an adult 21:47 - How does the Mischel family prepare for Teshuva? 27:02 - Everybody needs some polishing 33:27 - Thinking about the needs of others 36:20 - Using stories to engage children 40:44 - Scavenger hunt and kids creating their own Simanim 43:35 - What does it mean to be holy? 47:18 - How to create Teshuva consciousness? 52:37 - Leaving home and going to Uman for Rosh Hashanah Special thanks to Mosaica Press for sponsoring this episode.
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