Family Discussion Guide: Why Be Kind? In the PJ Library book Be Kind: It’s a Mitzvah, children explore various mitzvot and acts of kindness. Below are some ways to take this book’s inspiring ideas further and explore the Jewish value of kindness with your family. Read more »
How to Talk to Kids About the Israel-Hamas War If you are struggling, as many of us do, to navigate conversations about events in Israel with your children or grandchildren, the PJ Library team, and our partners, have compiled a list of resources. Read more »
Using the Hanukkah Story to Talk to Kids About Antisemitism Marjorie Ingall, author of Mamaleh Knows Best (a 2018 PJ Library Parent Book Choice), shares advice about using the Hanukkah story as a way to discuss antisemitism and build resilience and hope with our children. Read more »
Addressing Children’s Big and Difficult Questions As parents process the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, we find ourselves fielding big queries form our kids as well. Expert and parent Dr. Sivan Zakai, offers tips for how to address – and get to the heart of – those big questions. Read more »
How to Talk to Kids About Gun Violence This post is part of PJ Library's “How to Talk to Kids” series and features a compilation of resources to help guide parents through difficult conversations. Read more »