Love Your Neighbour as Yourself and Get Your Kids in the Kitchen: Parenting Advice and Jewish Wisdom from Ruhama

You may already know Ruhama Shitrit, the creator behind everyone’s favorite Jewish comfort food account, Ruhama’s Food. But you may not know that, in addition to being a parent and a chef, Ruhama is also a Jewish educator with more than 25 years of teaching experience. She crafted this special piece with tips about getting ready for the school year for PJ Library subscriber families and partners.

Who Was Rabbi Akiva and What Can His Story Teach Us?

Learn more about the great Jewish scholar, Rabbi Akiva.

Leave Those Shells at the Beach: How a Simple Action on Vacation Reinforces a Big Jewish Value

Have you ever been on a nature walk or exploring at the beach and found a really cool shell or rock? Did you know that leaving those natural items behind reinforces an important Jewish value?

7 No-Waste Decorations to Make For Your Sukkah

There are so many things about Sukkot that make it an incredibly fun holiday—spending time outside with friends, shaking the lulav and etrog, and of course, building and decorating a sukkah.

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!