Jewish learning hasn’t always been so easy to access. When the Romans ruled the Land of Israel and forbade the study of Torah, the Jewish people had to find ways to continue learning. Teachers and students would take trips out into nature, and when they were sure no one was watching, they would duck into secret caves to study together. Read more about Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai to learn more.
This Activity Works With These Books
A Holiday for Ari Ant
Sadie's Lag B'Omer Mystery
Supplies
- Couch cushions
- Large pillows
- Chairs
- Bed sheets
- Picnic food
- Favorite books
- Friends!
Directions
- Set up couch cushions, pillows, and chairs and drape bed sheets on top to create a “cave.”
- Invite friends and stuffed animals to enjoy a picnic inside your cave.
- You can tell Torah stories or other favorite tales or read books together.
More
A Lag B’Omer Book List
Lag B’Omer Activity Roundup
PJ Library’s Lag B’Omer Hub
May 1, 2024