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Tu B’Shevat is a holiday about the land of Israel and our connection to the land. For those of us who do not live in Israel, Tu B’Shevat is an excellent opportunity to find ways to plant Israel at home, in our lives and hearts. In Jewish tradition, Tu B’Shevat, the New Year of Trees, is celebrated on the 15th (TU) day of the Jewish month of Shevat. This is one of the four New Years mentioned in the Mishnah. Known in Hebrew as “Chag HaIlanot” (Ilan- tree), we honor this day when budding fruit enters a new year of life and the first blossoms of spring are beginning to bloom on the trees throughout Israel.

“Just do inclusion,” we’re told. But sometimes, we need some help. Take a look at the Shutaf Inclusion Guide. It’s online and easy to access, with teaching videos, articles, games and resources, available for all to use and share with others. We’ll be adding new materials - tell us what you need in order to move your work in your community spaces, from the classroom to camp, to the workplace, and wherever the community gathers.

The light of the Chanukah candles has deep significance in the Kabbalistic tradition. Get inspired with Sefaria's new series of Kabbalistic sheets, prepared by Rabbi Ami Silver, a teacher and scholar of Chasidut and Kabbalah. These resources provide both beginners and experienced learners with a deep dive into the topic of light and its special significance on Chanukah.

Jewish Interactive has some nice Chanukah gifts for you: Great Chanukah resources and ideas for activities on how to make these 8 days more meaningful and fun!