Chai Iyar
Why is Lag Ba’omer put where it is? Aside from the obvious answer of that’s just when it happened, that that is when Rabbi Akiva’s students stopped dying, and that it’s also the death date of Rashbi,...
View ArticleCounting down the days to Shavuos
Now that Lag BaOmer has come and gone, I can heave a big sigh of relief. For one thing, I can listen to all of my favorite music again. And I got a much-needed haircut! See the picture? My hair is a...
View ArticleClassic cheesecake
Here’s a real easy cheesecake recipe: Graham cracker crust: 10 whole graham crackers 6 tablespoons butter, melted Cheesecake filling: 1 cup sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch 32 ounces of cream cheese,...
View ArticleThe three weeks- tests are mirrors
The three weeks. No music. No new things. The nine days. No swimming. No meat. No piano practice. Yeah, I feel pretty gloomy. During the three weeks, we are supposed to increase in of ואהבת לרעך כמוך....
View ArticleGetting Ready for Sukkos
By Tamar Lilienthal Although Sukkos isn’t for more than two weeks, now is a good time to make decorations–before the pre-Yom Tov rush. In Sukkot you shall dwell seven days, every citizen in Israel they...
View ArticleEsrogim
By Chedva Silver Definition of Esrog: Yellow citron or citrus medica; one of four species of plants used during the Jewish celebration of Sukkos. Every year, we use an esrog on Sukkos. We hold it...
View ArticleNapkin Holders By Chaya Kraines
You need: An A3 white (or any colour) cardboard. Pencil Scissors A light solid color napkin (it is better without patterns) Glue stick 1. Fold the A3 sheet in half & cut it out. You will use...
View ArticleSweet Potato, Pumpkin, and Latkes ? – Food for Thought
Written by: Masha Pewzner Illustrated by: Tehila Finkelstein Yep, this year Chanukah and Thanksgiving coincide. It only happened once before, in 1888. It is pretty unlikely that it will happen again....
View ArticleParashas Mikeitz Shabbos Chanukah
Parashas Mikeitz starts off with Paroh’s dream and the inability of his wise men to interpret it. The butler suddenly remembers Yosef HaTzaddik from prison; Yosef is called and prepared for an audience...
View ArticleCaught Red-Handed
Wow. I need to apologize. I haven’t blogged in a really long time. I’m really sorry. Well, I guess I should actually give you a post instead of just apologizing. For this post, I decided to post a...
View ArticleParashas Tzav/Parashas Zachor
This week’s parasha continue’s the discussion of offerings brought in the Beis Hamikdash/Temple. First we learn about the elevation offering, the olah, and then there’s a discussion about the three...
View ArticleThe Purim Costume Quest by Sarit Scher
The Purim Costume Quest My name is Aliza Beach and I have a big problem! I don’t know what to be for Purim, and Purim is two weeks away! All my other siblings and my friends have their Purim costumes,...
View ArticleEscape from Egypt
“Wake up, Ariel! We haven’t got a minute to lose.” Ima shouts from the kitchen. I am still on my sleeping mat in the other room. Groggily, I open my eyes and blink until they adjust to the morning...
View ArticleParashas Tazria/Parashas HaChodesh
This week is Parashas Tazria, Parashas HaChodesh, and my brother got engaged week This week’s Torah portion talks about the laws of human purity and contamination, and specifically as they relate to...
View ArticleTired of Borscht? Here are some great Pesach Recipes!
Meringue 4 egg whites 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon of lemon juice or vanilla Use an electric mixer. First beat the egg whites on low-medium speed until foamy, or stiff. Add the sugar, a little at a time, and...
View ArticleThe Cookie Monster
I hope you all enjoyed A Change in Freezeville! Here’s a story in honor of Pesach (Passover). Enjoy! “The Cookie Monster” Mrs. Tomatokugel whirled around and looked at Rikki in surprise. “Rikki, why...
View ArticleThe Cookie Monster 2
Well, I guess Hannah’s the winner since she was the only person who sent in a submission. Oh well! Just FYI, if you ever want to submit a story or an idea for a story, you can leave it your thoughts in...
View ArticleParashas Acharei Mos/Shabbos HaGadol
This week’s Torah portion comes after the death of the two sons of Aharon HaKohen, the High Priest. Nadav and Avihu were killed for bringing a sacrifice that they weren’t allowed to bring. The parasha...
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