In this activity, you’ll learn about Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) by exploring symbols, greetings, and traditions in a respectful, classroom-friendly way.
Today we’re learning about Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Some families celebrate with a special meal and share kind wishes for the new year. A common greeting is “Shanah Tovah”, which means “Good year.” Some symbols you might see are apples and honey (to wish for a sweet year), round challah bread, and a shofar (a horn instrument).
Which greeting do people often say for Rosh Hashanah?
Which TWO foods are often eaten to wish for a sweet new year on Rosh Hashanah?
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year.
Match each word or phrase to what it means or describes.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
Shanah Tovah | arrow_right_alt | A horn instrument |
Round challah | arrow_right_alt | A sweet-year symbol |
Shofar | arrow_right_alt | A round braided bread |
Apples and honey | arrow_right_alt | A “Good year” greeting |
People might dip in to wish for a new year. A common greeting is Shanah Tovah.
fireworks
apples
sweet
honey
Sort each item into the best category.
dipping apples in honey
round challah
apples and honey
Shanah Tovah
shofar
family meal
making new-year wishes
listening to a shofar
Have a sweet year!
Symbols
Greetings
Traditions
Name ONE Rosh Hashanah symbol from today’s lesson.