What is Chesed? In the Jewish tradition, kindness is expressed with the Hebrew word chesed. Like many Hebrew words, chesed does not translate precisely into English. The word means more than simply “kindness.” Learn more in this post. Read more »
A Mitzvah a Day Tradition for Hanukkah PJ Library mom Allegra shares her family’s adorable tradition for encouraging kids to do mitzvot (a mitzvah a day) during Hanukkah. Read more »
Why We Chose This Book: Mitzvah Pizza The PJ Library Book Selection Committee chose Mitzvah Pizza for the relatable way it portrays fulfilling a mitzvah and the sensitive way it addresses economic disparity. Read more »
Teaching Children About Inner Strength Kids understand physical strength--they emulate their favorite superheroes and grownups and regularly test their own limits, physical and otherwise. Translating the idea of inner strength or willpower, can be a little bit trickier. Read more »
Books and Videos to Help Children Learn About Feeding the Hungry There are many mitzvot, or commandments, in Judaism about taking care of others. Feeding the hungry or maakhal revi’im, is one that kids can start to understand as they learn more about helping others and doing good. Read more »