Printable: Purim Finger Puppets Act out the Purim story using these printable finger puppets. Read more »
Printable: Color-Your-Own Gift Tags for Purim On Purim people often make special gift baskets called mishloach manot for family and friends. Add a special touch to your mishloach manot with these customizable gift tags. Print out all four and don’t forget to share photos of your creations using #pjlibrary. Read more »
A Special Purim Video for PJ Library Families Looking to wind down after the Purim carnival? Swap your costumes for comfy jammies, make some popcorn, and watch Purim Rock, a musical TV special all about Purim. Read more »
Teaching Children the Mitzvah of Returning Lost Items Kids can relate to losing something important to them. The Jewish commandment to return lost objects, hashavat aveidah, is an easy mitzvah for small children to understand and perform. Read more »
The Sweetest Explanation of Havdalah Four-year-old Shiri loves her PJ Library books and celebrating Havdalah with her family. Watch as she explains Havdalah with a little help from her dad, Duncan. 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 »
Helping Kids Welcome Guests Small children are pretty natural hosts—they love to show off their new toy, ask questions, and share favorite books with guests. Being a good host, or welcoming guests, is not just a menschy trait, it’s also a mitzvah! Read more »
3 Easy Ways to Support JDAIM February is Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month (JDAIM). Here are three easy ways to be a supporter. Read more »
5 Havdalah Activities for Families Get your family ready for Havdalah with these crafts, games, and activities! Read more »