The letter Tzadee makes the sound "tz" like in pizza. Tzedakah is an important Jewish value and mitzvah. It comes from the word "tzedek" meaning justice or righteousness or doing the right thing. We live this value when we give to others. This weekend we will remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his work to advocate for social justice and righteousness.
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Hebrew Home Practice for Grades 3-6
15-20 minutes a week of Hebrew practice is encouraged and will really help. Please check your folders.
Grade 3: Lesson 11 Aleph Bet Quest online program, page 51 in workbook read aloud lines 1, 2, 3 and page 52 lines 1 and 4 Grade 4 (Roberta): Practice reading V'ahavta lines 1-4 (Prayer Companion 1, page 24) Grade 4 (SAM): Practice reading V'ahavta on pg. 24 in Prayer Companion Book 1 Grade 5: Practive reading Avot on pg. 12 in Prayer Companion Book 2 lines 1-4 (or more) - Practice reading 1 line 3x in a row getting a little more comfortable each time, (and remember to bring your folder and book to temple!) Grade 6: Practice reading Eitz Chayim Hi (It is a Tree of Life), practice the blessings for before and after the Torah reading
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6th Grade Book Drive
As part of the B'nai TELEM (Boston area service-learning program), the 6th graders learned about the value of literacy and mitzvah of helping children read. They were surprised to learn that, "Two-thirds of American classrooms have fewer than 50 children's books and almost 60% of childcare centers buy fewer than one book per child per year" (JCRC Literacy Coalition Manual). In this spirit, the 6th grade class is holding a book drive through the month of January. Please donate new or gently used children's books for a general audience. Baby board books are also welcome. Books will be donated to the Cradles to Crayons organization. We all have books sitting on our shelves at home - let another child love them!
4th Grade Clothing Drive
Fourth grade is learning about "Middot - Jewish Values to Live By." Please support our 4th graders by contributing to their clothing drive for Cradles to Crayons! Cradles to Crayons is a non-profit organization that provides local children ages 0-12 with clothing and other basic essentials. You can bring new and gently used children's clothes to the donation bins here at Temple Beth David. Donations are welcome through Sunday, February 9. Winter clothing is especially welcome!
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In Other Temple News...
Mazel Tots
Sunday, January 26, 9:30-10:30 am Hands-on interactive learning for preschool age children (ages 2-5) and parents or a caregiver with teacher Steve Shimshak. Explore Jewish topics, sing songs, and meet other families! The theme will be, "planting our Jewish seeds." If possible, please let us know you're coming to leah@templebethdavid.net.
TBD Congregational Retreat
All ages and especially kids are encouraged to join the Temple Beth David community on Friday, May 8 - Saturday, May 9(overnight or day option) for our Congregational Retreat at the Warren Conference Center in Ashland! It is kind of like family camp in a really nice setting. Don't miss this most memorable Shabbat experience and opportunity to get to know fellow temple members! Space is limited; financial assistance is available. For more information see this flyer.Visit this link to sign up
Great hotel style rooms/private bathroom, excellent food and beverage!
Beautiful facility
Check out the Warren Conference Center here
