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 emne | arrow_right_alt | Korresponderende emne |
|---|---|---|
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.
apples and honey
listening to a shofar
Have a sweet year!
round challah
making new-year wishes
dipping apples in honey
shofar
family meal
Shanah Tovah
Symbols
Greetings
Traditions
Name ONE Rosh Hashanah symbol from today’s lesson.