Liz Suneby

A fun-filled introduction to the joys of doing good deeds and mitzvot.Join Mitzvah Meerkat and friends as they introduce children to the everyday kindnesses that mark the beginning of a Jewish journey and a lifetime commitment to tikkun olam (repairing the world). Through lively illustrations and playful dialogue, children engage with Jewish wisdom as they share in welcoming new friends, forgiving mistakes, respecting elders, sharing food with the hungry, and much, much more.

For babies, toddlers and preschoolers--a first lesson in the everyday kindnesses that mark the beginning of a Jewish journey.This whimsical, fun-filled board book helps you and your child explore the joys of doing good deeds and mitzvot together. Adapted from the award-winning It's a ... It's a ... It's a Mitzvah, the playful text spins new twists on beloved nursery rhymes. Lively illustrations introduce your child to the everyday kindnesses that mark the beginning of a Jewish journey and a lifetime commitment to tikkun olam (repairing the world). Your child will delight in turning the sturdy pages and celebrating the actions we all can do to become caring souls who think about and help others.

Who am I? How do I feel about myself? Do I seem cool? Do I fit in?"At a bar mitzvah people talk about becoming a man in the Jewish religion, but what is that supposed to mean? For sure it means you are no longer a child, but you are also not yet an adult. Fortunately, there's no one official definition of manhood, just as there is no one official way of being Jewish. That's where this book comes in."--from the PrefaceCourage, friends, stress, sex, God, identity--these are some of the things that concern teen guys. This book addresses those concerns--without preaching, judgment or criticism--to help you figure out what becoming a Jewish man means to you.It presents surprising facts, interesting stories, ideas and actions taken by Jewish men today and all the way back to biblical times to show how they answered the same kinds of questions you're asking yourself. It challenges stereotypes and myths, and offers different opinions, not only from old guys but from dozens of teenage Jewish guys just like you.Like the Talmud, The JGuy's Guide offers many perspectives and reflection questions to help you find your own truths.

This lively picture book for children ages 3-6 is filled with amiable animals who, through their actions, demonstrate age-appropriate mitzvot, including welcoming new friends, forgiving mistakes, respecting elders and sharing food with the hungry. It engages children through playful illustrations; likeable animal characters, including Mitzvah Meerkat, the narrator; humor and the repetition of the fun-to-say phrase "It's a ... it's a ... it's a mitzvah " that encourages children to chime in as the words are repeated throughout the book. Side notes on each spread explain the specific mitzvah in every vignette. With this aside, parents and teachers have an opportunity to ask the child or group of children, "What is the good deed here?" and spark a conversation without preaching. Children will see how everyday kindness is the beginning of a Jewish journey and a lifetime commitment to tikkun olam (repairing the world).

Ideas and activities for leading a pick & plan your mitzvah project workshop.A companion to The Mitzvah Project Book: Making Mitzvah Part of Your Bar/Bat Mitzvah ... and Your Life, this workshop leader's guide is packed with fun activities to choose from or to use as inspiration for crafting your own activities. Clear instructions, materials lists and goals will help you lead a meaningful workshop that shows participants how to make the world a better place through good deeds--big or small. Participants will: Become familiar with the meaning of "mitzvah"Learn about different mitzvah types and topicsExplore mitzvah project ideas relating to their interestsStart planning a doable mitzvah project of their own

Ideas and activities for leading a pick & plan your mitzvah project workshop.A companion to The Mitzvah Project Book: Making Mitzvah Part of Your Bar/Bat Mitzvah ... and Your Life, this workshop leader's guide is packed with fun activities to choose from or to use as inspiration for crafting your own activities. Clear instructions, materials lists and goals will help you lead a meaningful workshop that shows participants how to make the world a better place through good deeds--big or small. Participants will: Become familiar with the meaning of "mitzvah"Learn about different mitzvah types and topicsExplore mitzvah project ideas relating to their interestsStart planning a doable mitzvah project of their own

Make the world a better place through good deeds--big or small."Thank you, really, for devoting your energies to making the world just a little bit better. By doing so, you are saying to yourself, and to others, that this whole Bar/Bat Mitzvah thing is real and important. And, this book will help you figure out great ways to put your own passions, interests, and hobbies to work for mitzvah."--from the ForewordAre you searching for a meaningful and fun mitzvah project? This inspiring book is packed with ideas to help you connect something you love to a mitzvah project or tikkun olam initiative that you can be passionate about. It is filled with information, ideas and activities to spark your imagination, as well as a planning guide to get you organized and off to a good start.Creativity and CompassionArts & Crafts - Clothes & Fashion - Computers & Technology - Food & Cooking - Movies & Drama - Reading & WritingPutting Mitzvot in Motion Animals - Camp - Fitness - Health - Music & Dance - SportsYour World, Our WorldEnvironment - Family - Friends, Neighbors & Your Community - Global Community - Israel - Your Jewish Heritage

This affordable kit includes everything needed by beginners to master the age-old art of paperfolding. - 3 great starter books - 55 fun-to-do projects- Over 1,000 easy-to-follow illustrations- 96 sheets of authentic origami paper in traditional vibrant hues, rainbow patterns, and metallic colored foils