Hanukkah-Bear

BIG QUESTION

What makes you feel comfortable in a new place?

Hanukkah Bear bookcover

 

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READ
the PJ Library Book

Bubba Brayna (pronounced bri-na) has invited the rabbi to join her for a meal of Hanukkah latkes. Bubba Brayna is very old, and she doesn't see well. When a guest arrives at her door, she thinks it's the rabbi...but it's not. And this guest is hungry!

 

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TALK ABOUT
Jewish values

Welcoming guests – Hachnasat orchim

The biblical Abraham and Sarah set the standard for welcoming guests to their home, providing a place to wash and plenty of food and drink. They went out of their way to make guests feel honored and at ease.

  • How do we help guests feel comfortable and welcome in our home?

 

DO
fun things at home

Guest book

Keep a journal in your living room and ask your guests to sign in or draw a picture when they visit. Look through the pages together as a family to remember good times you shared with others.

 

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Resources

SHABOOM VIDEOS

For parents: bit.ly/welcoming-guests-parents
For kids: bit.ly/welcoming-guests-kids