Rosh Hashana
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Shana Tova!
Rosh Hashana Journal
One of the goals of Rosh Hashana is to take stock of our year and improve upon ourselves in the coming one. So, why not begin by keeping a family Aseret Yemei Teshuva Journal? You and your family can input journal entries during Aseret Yemei Teshuva regarding things that went well this year and things you'd like to change for the better. Be sure to asess your family's carbon foot print and plan accordingly for the coming year.
Encourage family members to take turns writing in the journal, adding pictures and illustrations. After you've recorded some, look through the journal and talk about your hopes and goals for the coming year.
Simanim
Rosh Hashana is all about new beginnings. The Simanim seder offers us an opportunity to infuse each bite with intention and bracha for the new year.
Herbal Honey
Herbs and flowers adorn many of our yards, and if you like the smell, it can pair well with honey! Follow the recipe below to make your own floral and herbal honey. We like lavendar honey this time of year, but try your favorite local herbs! You can use the honey any time you want an extra floral aroma.
ORIGAMI POMEGRANATES
Learn a few easy origami tricks in this versatile Rosh Hashanah craft for all age groups! Make an origami pomegranate and apple and turn it into a garland – or cards, gift tags, place cards, and more! This is a fun and festive way to bring symbols of nature into your home for Rosh Hashanah! We recommend using scrap paper from your recycle bin to live the value of Bal Tashchit!