Noam’s Children Programming Options
Noam has
programs available for children of all ages, at all times of year in a variety
of settings.
Noam’s programs combine arts &
crafts, drama, experiential games, storytelling, text study, discussion and
much more.
Below is a list of standard
programming for 90 min - two hour programming blocks. Contact Noam for longer programs or to
develop a specialty program for your community. Noam also has a broad range of
special holiday programming including Tu B’shvat, Shavuot,
Sukkot, and Hanukah contact Noam for information on
one of these holidays.
Eitz Chayyim
He – Trees, Earth and Torah
Participants will explore the ecological significance of
trees in the ecosystem, and Jewish laws and ethics around trees, fruit, and sustainable
harvest. Utilizing these ecological and halachic principles, participants will explore why the
Torah is compared to a tree, and
what lessons can be learned from
this parallel.
Awe, Appreciation and Action: Inspiring Environmental and
Social Responsibility Through Gratitude
Inspiring wonder and teaching a child to appreciate is the
first goal of any Jewish educator or parent.
What better way that through the beauty, gifts and functions of the
natural world. “How Great are your
works Hashem, all have been Created in wisdom!” Using
Brachot (Blessings), games, stories and other
experiential programs, we will experience the wonders of Creation, explore
tools for appreciation and thanks, and discuss ways to give back to the
community
Your Table as a Temple
Eating is an action we take more than 3 times a day. Can you picture where your food comes
from? How many people helped in the
process? How many miles the food has
traveled? How we choose to consume
speaks volumes about our values and beliefs.
In this program we will explore the science of where food comes from and
Jewish values related to food production, preparation and appreciation.
Listen to the Animals and They Will Teach You.
Tradition teaches that if we had not received the Torah, we
could have learned all there is to know by studying the animals. In this workshop participants will explore animal
traits and their relationships to non human animals, discover about the
interconnectedness of all life, and learn about Jewish laws and ethics around
prohibition of cruelty towards animals.
Here I am Different. Exploring Prayer in our Natural Surroundings
Celebrate the glory of Creation and our role within it, by
taking your prayer service outside.
Utilizing the natural imagery embedded in Jewish prayer, as well as
stories, meditation, prayer activities and communal sharing, participants will
experience prayer, G-d and the natural world in a whole new way.
An Ancient Tradition, A New
Dilemma. Exploring Our Jewish Environmental Values
Through text, discussion, drama, arts & crafts and more
we will explore ancient Jewish ecological and environmental teachings and ask
how they are applicable to the decisions faced by us today. This overview of environmental issues and
ethics will help introduce any group to personal and communal environmental
responsibility.
Stories That May Someday Change The
World, Maybe Even Today
Stories and parables have long been an essential part of
Jewish teaching and tradition. These stories have been used for generations to
explore our beliefs, values, culture and community. Sci-fi, suspense, drama, humor and more ever
genre of story exists in the Jewish liturgy. Using a number of these forms and interactive
methodology, we will learn stories of Creation, personal revelation, comic
remediation and communal salvation.
For more information
on hiring Noam to teach in your community contact noam@noamdolgin.com
