BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Jewish Grandparents Network - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Jewish Grandparents Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T200000 DTSTAMP:20221130T225444Z CREATED:20221130T152828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T225444Z UID:10000058-1673377200-1673380800@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:How to Talk with your Preteen and Teen Grandchildren about Antisemitism DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/how-to-talk-to-your-preteen-and-teen-grandchildren-about-antisemitism/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/How-to-Talk-to-your-Preteen-and-Teen-Grandchildren-about-Antisemitism.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T200000 DTSTAMP:20230130T153451Z CREATED:20230102T184219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T153451Z UID:10000060-1675191600-1675195200@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Our Adult Children's Voices Matter: What Parents Want Grandparents to Know DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/our-adult-childrens-voices-matter-what-parents-want-grandparents-to-know/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Our-Adult-Childrens-Voices-Matter_350x350px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230207 DTSTAMP:20230130T152856Z CREATED:20230130T125302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T152856Z UID:10000128-1675641600-1675727999@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Tu BiShvat DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/tu-bishvat-2/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Tu-BiShvat_350x350px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T200000 DTSTAMP:20230301T173829Z CREATED:20230124T162625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T173829Z UID:10000127-1677006000-1677009600@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:How to Bring Purim to Life for Grandchildren DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/how-to-bring-purim-to-life-for-grandchildren/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/How-to-Bring-Purim-to-Life-for-Granchildren_350x350px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230308 DTSTAMP:20230130T152740Z CREATED:20230123T204905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T152740Z UID:10000062-1678147200-1678233599@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Purim DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/purim-2/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Purim_March-7th-2023_350x350px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230328T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230328T200000 DTSTAMP:20230315T145906Z CREATED:20230301T173915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T145906Z UID:10000133-1680030000-1680033600@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:How to Bring Passover to Life for Grandchildren DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/how-to-bring-passover-to-life-for-grandchildren/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/How-to-Bring-Passover-to-Life-for-Grandchildren-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230405 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230406 DTSTAMP:20230315T160531Z CREATED:20230223T170223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T160531Z UID:10000129-1680652800-1680739199@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Passover\, first seder DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/passover-first-seder/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Passover_first-seder_4.5.23.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230407 DTSTAMP:20230322T180425Z CREATED:20230223T170454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T180425Z UID:10000130-1680739200-1680825599@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Passover\, first day DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/passover-first-day/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Passover_first-day_4.6.23.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230412 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230413 DTSTAMP:20230223T170605Z CREATED:20230223T170605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T170605Z UID:10000131-1681257600-1681343999@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Passover\, last day (Reform) DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/passover-last-day-reform-2/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230414 DTSTAMP:20230223T170824Z CREATED:20230223T170824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T170824Z UID:10000132-1681344000-1681430399@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Passover\, last day (Conservative) DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/passover-last-day-conservative-2/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230419 DTSTAMP:20230410T185212Z CREATED:20230410T185212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T185212Z UID:10000135-1681776000-1681862399@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Yom Hashoah\, Holocaust Remembrance Day DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/yom-hashoah-holocaust-remembrance-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Yom-Hashoah-Holocaust-Remembrance-Day_April-26-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T200000 DTSTAMP:20230424T010411Z CREATED:20230322T200414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T010411Z UID:10000134-1681844400-1681848000@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:How to Navigate Family Relationships: Jewish Tools That Can Help DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/how-to-navigate-family-relationships-jewish-tools-that-can-help/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/How-to-navigate-family-relationships_Jewish-tools-that-can-help_4.18.23.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230426 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230427 DTSTAMP:20230410T185702Z CREATED:20230410T185702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T185702Z UID:10000136-1682467200-1682553599@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Israel’s Independence Day DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/israels-independence-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Israels-Independence-Day_April-26-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T200000 DTSTAMP:20230426T160908Z CREATED:20230424T010538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T160908Z UID:10000137-1683658800-1683662400@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:The Torah of Being a Grandparent: How We Live our Values DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/the-torah-of-being-a-grandparent-how-we-live-our-values/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/The-Torah-of-Being-a-Grandparent_How-We-Live-our-Values.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T200000 DTSTAMP:20230505T174825Z CREATED:20230505T171838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T174825Z UID:10000139-1686078000-1686081600@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:The Joys and Oys of Multifaith Families: How Grandparents Can Find the Blessings and Navigate the Challenges DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/the-joys-and-oys-of-multifaith-families-how-grandparents-can-find-the-blessings-and-navigate-the-challenges/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/The-Joys-and-Oys-of-Multifaith-Families.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230704 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230705 DTSTAMP:20230613T142112Z CREATED:20230613T141739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T142112Z UID:10000140-1688428800-1688515199@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Independence Day DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/independence-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Flag.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230905 DTSTAMP:20230710T173959Z CREATED:20230710T173540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T173959Z UID:10000141-1693785600-1693871999@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Labor Day DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/labor-day-3/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Labor-Day-9.4.23.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T200000 DTSTAMP:20230711T165611Z CREATED:20230711T163711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T165611Z UID:10000146-1694545200-1694548800@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:How to Talk with Grandchildren About Death and Dying DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/how-to-talk-with-grandchildren-about-death-and-dying/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/How-to-Talk-with-Grandchildren-About-Death-and-Dying-Rabbi-Melanie-Levav.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230916 DTSTAMP:20230710T181002Z CREATED:20230710T181002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T181002Z UID:10000144-1694736000-1694822399@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Erev Rosh Hashanah DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/erev-rosh-hashanah-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230930 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231007 DTSTAMP:20230919T211058Z CREATED:20230919T153128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T211058Z UID:10000148-1696032000-1696636799@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Sukkot DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/sukkot-3/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Sukkot-2023.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231007 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231008 DTSTAMP:20230919T210921Z CREATED:20230919T160317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T210921Z UID:10000149-1696636800-1696723199@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/shemini-atzeret-and-simchat-torah-2/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Shemini-Atzeret-and-Simchat-Torah_October-7th.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231008 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231009 DTSTAMP:20230919T161116Z CREATED:20230919T161116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T161116Z UID:10000150-1696723200-1696809599@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Simchat Torah (Conservative) DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/simchat-torah-conservative-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T200000 DTSTAMP:20230901T185941Z CREATED:20230901T185941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T185941Z UID:10000147-1697569200-1697572800@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:How Emotions Affect Your Grandchild’s Behavior (and What You Can Do About It) DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/how-emotions-affect-your-grandchilds-behavior-and-what-you-can-do-about-it/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/How-Emotions-Affect-Behavior.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T130000 DTSTAMP:20231012T175732Z CREATED:20231012T175732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T175732Z UID:10000157-1697630400-1697634000@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Facing Crisis in Israel: Talking with Our Grandchildren about Difficult Times DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/facing-crisis-in-israel-talking-to-our-grandchildren-about-difficult-times/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Facing-Crisis-in-Israel-Talking-with-Our-Grandchildren-about-Difficult-Times.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231113T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231113T140000 DTSTAMP:20231108T214538Z CREATED:20231108T191722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T214538Z UID:10000159-1699880400-1699884000@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Meeting the Moment: Antisemitism and Your Children DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/meeting-the-moment-antisemitism-and-your-children/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Dr.-Samantha-Vinokor-Meinrath.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T200000 DTSTAMP:20231108T170046Z CREATED:20230923T181136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T170046Z UID:10000153-1700161200-1700164800@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:You're a Grandparent! A Personal Jewish Ritual to Mark Your New Role DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/and-you-shall-draw-water-with-joy-a-ceremony-for-becoming-a-grandparent/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Rabbi-Amalia.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T210000 DTSTAMP:20231108T214454Z CREATED:20231108T192305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T214454Z UID:10000160-1700164800-1700168400@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Navigating Antisemitism Today: Guidance and Support for Parents of Young Children DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/navigating-antisemitism-today-guidance-and-support-for-parents-of-young-children/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Betsie-Stone-Headshot.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231125 DTSTAMP:20231120T165544Z CREATED:20230929T171358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T165544Z UID:10000154-1700784000-1700870399@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Day DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/thanksgiving-day/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Thanksgiving-Day-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T200000 DTSTAMP:20231025T102429Z CREATED:20231024T174754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T102429Z UID:10000158-1701802800-1701806400@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:At a Distance: Practical and Meaningful Ways to Build Relationships with Your Grandchildren Who Live Far Away DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/at-a-distance-practical-and-meaningful-ways-to-build-relationships-with-your-grandchildren-who-live-far-away/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Dr.-Kerry-Byrne.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231208 DTSTAMP:20230920T153554Z CREATED:20230919T161527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T153554Z UID:10000151-1701907200-1701993599@jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org SUMMARY:Hanukkah 1st candle DESCRIPTION:Situation: Helping a Hungry Family​​ \n \n \n \n You are walking into a restaurant with your parent or grandparent and you see a woman and child standing outside. They say\, “Excuse me\, we’re hungry — can you help us?” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jewish Wisdom: Ha’achalat Re’evim\, האכלת רעבים\, Feeding the Hungry \n \n \n \n If there is a needy person among you …. open your hand and lend whatever is sufficient to meet the need … (Deuteronomy 15:7–8) One who is generous is blessed for giving bread to those in need. (Proverbs 22:9) Share your bread with the hungry … and offer your compassion to the hungry … and satisfy the famished person … (Isaiah 58:7–10) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Skills and Character: Perspective-Taking and Empathy \n \n \n \n Standing in someone’s shoes:\n\n\n How would you feel if someone asked you for help outside a restaurant?\n Now\, how do you think the woman and child might feel?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Talk about it.  \n \n \n \n Grandparent:Discuss with your grandchild a time when they needed help. Consider asking: Was it easy or hard to ask for help? Why?How did you feel while you were waiting for a response?How did you feel after you got help?Grandchild:Ask your grandparent to share a time they needed help and what happened. Grandparent and grandchild:What was similar about your experiences? What was different? Did anything surprise you? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Together decide what the “mensch move” is for the opening situation. Use the texts to support your decision. \n \n \n \n Grandparent Note: This activity is an opportunity to talk about showing compassion while also staying safe. Discuss ways children can help by talking with a trusted adult rather than acting on their own.  Nancy Parkes\, EdD\, is an educator\, consultant\, and expert in social\, emotional\, and spiritual learning who helps educators integrate these essential competencies into teaching\, learning\, and community life.  Photograph courtesy of Pexels URL:https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/event/hanukkah-1st-candle/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR