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We had a shorter week to allow time for Feast of Trumpets.It was a week of learning to be flexible and a week of learning to be strict. I learned to be flexible in science class. We moved to the couch so everyone could cuddle and see the pictures. I
Question from a reader: How do I avoid the little jobs on Shabbat? Answer: It takes planning to truly be able to rest on Shabbat. If you don’t plan, things will creep up and need handling on Shabbat. Here is a list of tips that I have learned in the
As we enter into the fall feasts, we are given a wonderful opportunity to evaluate ourselves. We need to look in the dark corners of our closets, peek under the cupboards, organize that high shelf. So it is at this time that I ask the question: Am I obeying YHVH
What is Torah family living? What does it look like? It will look slightly different in every family, but there are common factors. The main idea is to take the principles found in Torah very seriously and seek to apply them on a daily basis. There is much more in
Wow, we are only a few hours from sunset! I have had a wonderful day. I made a list and managed to get everything done. I tried really hard to set the mood, which I often overlook due to time constraints. I put a tablecloth out, set the table early,
Wow, we are only a few hours from sunset! I have had a wonderful day. I made a list and managed to get everything done. I tried really hard to set the mood, which I often overlook due to time constraints. I put a tablecloth out, set the table early,
I am sure you are all praying for the people in New Zealand affected by this terrible earthquake. If you would like to do more, you may want to take advantage of this opportunity. Currclick has put together a bundle of curriculum from various publishers. It is worth over $200,
I think I will ramble for a few minutes, just so you know I am still alive. It has been a very full couple of weeks and I have many things on my mind that I am trying to process. School has been going well. We are now halfway through
The next My Little Torah Book is ready. This one is all about eating kosher. I remember my children quoting how a kosher animal chews its cud and has a split hoof. Doug would quiz them as a game until it was second nature. This is important for children to
I seem unable to actually keep track of what we are doing in school and organize it in a post. I do keep track of our schoolwork, but you aren’t interested in my cute little checkmarks lol! But I can tell you what we plan to do this week. This
Psalm 37:6And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday.Tsedeq – righteous – This is the idea of behaving right, walking a straight path, and performing justice. Ore – light – Refers to light that brings brightness and order, enabling you to see
Just a quick note to let you know some more Torah copywork is available for you. It will also have a link in the proper Torah portion over at Torah School. If there is something else in the copywork lessons that you would find helpful, please let me know. I’ll
Yeah! The next My Little Torah Book is ready! Holly and I have worked long and hard on these drawings. She loves to draw and has such a good time doing it. I hope you and your children enjoy this little book. It is all about YHVH’s creation, particularly the
(Psa 37:4) Delight yourself in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Anag – Delight- This is a rather surprising word. It gives an image of luxurious softness and pure pleasure. Picture sinking into soft satin sheets and being waited on. This is the type
I want to introduce another printable I just finished. This series is called “Walking out the Word.” Each set addresses one command in the torah and gives kids lots of hands on ways to understand and practice it. The first in the series is about wearing tassels. It has bible
Rather than give you a thesis on how wonderful Torah is, and the blessings of obedience, I’d like to put this on the bottom shelf. I’d like to give you a top ten list that will give you a very clear picture of why we keep Torah. Enjoy! Top Ten
I would like to introduce my latest project. It’s a series of printable books that you can make up and use as another way to teach Torah to your little ones. Little kids will enjoy having mommy or daddy read it to them, and beginning readers will enjoy reading a
My Mom and I were talking about the power of our positive words. When we speak goodness, truth, positive words, particularly Torah, the whole universe is knit together. However, when we speak negative, hurtful words, we actually bring violence to the earth. Storms, hurricanes, volcanoes, are the earth violently responding
Feeling a bit dreary and cold outside? Try celebrating Chanukah in a whole new way. Focus on the true story of the Maccabees and do some great activities as you go along. I have written a family friendly version of their story which I call “Jonathan’s Story.” “Jonathan’s Story” is
Why are you having a sixth baby? How will you take care of them all? How will you feed them? How will you pay for their education? How will you give each one individual time? Are you crazy? Don’t you have any self control? Yes, I’ve heard all of these