The joke about 'whenever two Jews discuss a topic, a third opinion inevitably pops up' serves to remind us how much Jews differ. Considering all the outlooks and lifestyles within Jewish life today, how possible is it to consider oneself as part of a cohesive community? Rav Berkovits addresses the range of variables involved in choosing a suitable community and Rabbi for you and your family.
This concise, thorough guide gives clear cut advice for instilling mitzvah observance into young children. Rav Berkovits tackles many difficult educational issues including fighting, tznius, making brachos, and parental respect. Also discussed is an interesting approach for teaching children about responsibility vis-a-vis: positive and negative mitzvos, rabbinical decrees, and minhagim.
Rebbetzin Heller presents a sweeping view of where the education of our daughters is headed. She defines chinuch, what it means for them to become an 'Ezer Kenegdo,' and where secular influence has seeped into them. She brilliantly balances the seeming dichotomy of helping our daughters become true Bnos Yisrael, while fully developing their talents and strengths in all areas. The concluding question and answer period brings up pressing and relevant issues that are answered with precision and clarity.
In addition to noting current scientific educational studies, Rabbi Kelemen brings to life classic Jewish sources describing the natural growth process of children. Based on his best-selling book of the same title, this four-part series is sensible, clear and entertaining. Topics in this session include: when to teach what, relating to each child's unique level, nipping misbehavior in the bud and being a positive role model.
In addition to noting current scientific educational studies, Rabbi Kelemen brings to life classic Jewish sources describing the natural growth process of children. Based on his best-selling book of the same title, this four-part series is sensible, clear and entertaining. Topics in this session include: when to teach what, relating to each child's unique level, nipping misbehavior in the bud and being a positive role model.
In addition to noting current scientific educational studies, Rabbi Kelemen brings to life classic Jewish sources describing the natural growth process of children. Based on his best-selling book of the same title, this four-part series is sensible, clear and entertaining. Topics in this session include: when to teach what, relating to each child's unique level, nipping misbehavior in the bud and being a positive role model.
This Pesach, don't just recite the Haggadah - dig a bit between the lines to spot its sparkling pearls of wisdom. The genius of its organization demonstrates a masterful educational tool for children, and how its bottomless well of wisdom can intrigue any student of wisdom to stay the night mining its treasures and mysteries.
If you find it difficult to come up with an innovative lesson plan, this tape is for you. Knowing key concepts of what motivates a student, the source of low self-esteem, and which techniques work best at different grades will spur you to design classes that invite everyone's participation.
Trees were planted because someone chose to invest in the future. Righteous people perform good deeds in a similar fashion. By understanding how a tree constantly adapts itself to withstand all climate and environmental changes, we can learn a few life lessons for growing and flourishing in every season of our lives.
What are the main differences between a mother and a father’s effect on their progeny? Rabbi Zweig delves into the life and background of Rabbi Yehoshua ben Chananya, who had the supreme capacity to understand human nature. Hear how he explains a mother's unique opportunity to develop a child’s ability to connect with people around him.