Written by Behrman House Staff, 29 of August, 2016

Break Through the Hebrew Reading Summer Slide

As students head back to school, help students break through the Hebrew reading summer slide with a variety of tools for students of all ages and levels.

Written by Behrman House Staff, 29 of August, 2016

The Gateways Shabbat Family Companion: Q&A with Author Rebecca Redner

Coming October 1, the Gateways Shabbat Family Companion invites families with children of all ages and abilities to experience the joy of Friday night Shabbat celebrations. Author Rebecca Redner tells us more.

Written by Behrman House Staff, 23 of August, 2016

Second Hebrew in Harmony Cohort Begins Sept. 1

It's not too late to join the second cohort of teachers training to use Hebrew in Harmony, the groundbreaking new music-based curriculum for 4th-6th graders to ensure an engaging and musical Hebrew experience for your students.

Lessons from Camp

Written by Vicki Weber, RJE, 23 of August, 2016

There are lots of lessons to bring back from camp. Some of them are surprising. For one, let's stop feeling bad about formal education.

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Written by Behrman House Staff, 18 of August, 2016

Move from Oy to Joy: Parenting Tips for Establishing Routines

This second installment of excerpts from The Joys & Oys of Parenting: Insight and Wisdom from the Jewish Tradition, coming in October, shares advice for one of the trickiest parts of parenting — establishing a predictable and reliable routine.

Generosity of Spirit: The Performers at NewCAJE

Written by Terry Kaye, 17 of August, 2016

In case you were unable to attend NewCAJE this year, Behrman House's own Terry Kaye reflects on the memories that stand out the most.

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Written by Behrman House Staff, 16 of August, 2016

'With Age Comes Wisdom': Using Wise Aging as a Guide for a Healthy Life

Dr. Eric Reines, MD, FACP, talks about his response to Wise Aging: Living with Joy, Resilience, and Spirit and how he plans to use the book in his gerontology practice.

Written by Behrman House Staff, 12 of August, 2016

Presidential Elections and Other Hot Topics Through a Jewish Lens

This presidential election season, help teens explore what Jewish values we should be looking for in our leaders with Today's Hot Topics.

Written by Behrman House Staff, 09 of August, 2016

What to Do with Your Finished Shalom Coloring Pages

Coloring books have been proven to put the adult mind at ease. We've got some great ideas for what to do with your Shalom Coloring pages after you've run out of space on your refrigerator.

Written by Behrman House Staff, 09 of August, 2016

The Sukkah that Ricardo Built

Sky-High Sukkah, a new Apples & Honey Press picture book, tells a heartwarming story about friendship and community. Author Rachel Ornstein Packer shares the real-life inspiration behind her book.