Hebrew School

We’re having a birthday party on this episode of Hebrew School as our kid contestant, Odin, plays three games that are all about Tu B’Shevat, the birthday of the trees: “Do We Do That?” “Say My Name,” and “Prayer or Pop Song?” Our episode also includes the story “Honi the Circle Maker and the Carob Tree” by our Hebrew School storyteller Peninnah Schram, music from Lenny Solomon and our house band Shlock Rock, and wisdom from students from New York City’s B’nai Jeshurun Hebrew School, who took part in our “Chochmat HaHamonim,” or Wisdom of the Crowd, segment.  Want to be a contestant on Hebrew School? Visit tabletm.ag/hebrewschool to apply. If you’d like your school to be featured on our Wisdom of the Crowds segment, email podcasts@tabletmag.com

It’s a #blessed episode of Hebrew School as our kid contestant, Charlie, plays three games that are all about brachot, or blessings: “Mah Zeh?” (What Is This?), “Emet, Emet, Bedichah” (Two Truths and a Joke), and “Eavesdropping on History”.  Our episode also includes the story “The Blessings” by master storyteller Peninnah Schram, music from Lenny Solomon and our house band Shlock Rock, and wisdom from first graders from Central Synagogue in Manhattan, who took part in our “Chochmat HaHamonim”, or Wisdom of the Crowd segment.  Want to be a contestant on Hebrew School? Visit tabletm.ag/hebrewschool to apply. If you’d like your school to be featured on our Wisdom of the Crowds segment, email podcasts@tabletmag.com

It’s going to be a delicious time, because this episode of Hebrew School is all about food! Our kid contestant, 9-year-old Micah from San Bruno, CA, plays three games that are all food-themed: “Emet, Emet, Bedicha” (Two Truths and a Joke), “Eavesdropping on History”, and “Do We Do That?”  Our Hanukkah party also includes comedian Joel Chasnoff, Lenny Solomon and our house band Shlock Rock, and students from The Shefa School in New York, who took part in our “Chochmat HaHamonim,” or Wisdom of the Crowd segment.  Want to be a contestant on Hebrew School? Visit tabletm.ag/hebrewschool to apply.

Spin that dreidel, light the menorah, and grab some yummy latkes, because this week’s Hebrew School is all about Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights! Our kid contestant Malina plays three games all about Hanukkah: “Say My Name,” “Mah Zeh” (What Is This?), and “Prayer or Pop Song?”   Our Hanukkah party also includes comedian Joel Chasnoff, Lenny Solomon and our house band Shlock Rock, and 4th and 5th graders from Beth TIkvah Congregation in Hoffman Estates, IL, who took part in our “Chochmat HaHamonim,” or Wisdom of the Crowd segment.  The fun doesn’t stop when the episode ends. The Jewish Education Project has created additional games and activities for families, as well as resources for educators to use our podcast in the classroom.  This episode also features original music by Kelsey MacDonald.  Want to be a contestant on Hebrew School? Visit tabletm.ag/hebrewschool to apply.

Light the candles, bake that challah, and pour out some grape juice, because this week’s Hebrew School is all about Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest! Our kid contestant Sivan plays three games all about Shabbat “Prayer or Pop Song,” “Emet, Emet, Sheker” (Two Truths and a Lie), and “Eavesdropping on History.” Our Shabbat guests include comedian Joel Chasnoff, storyteller Peninnah Schram, and Lenny Solomon with our house band Shlock Rock.  The fun doesn’t stop when the episode ends. The Jewish Education Project has created additional games and activities for families, as well as resources for educators to use our podcast in the classroom.  Want to be a contestant on Hebrew School? Visit tabletm.ag/hebrewschool to apply.  The story you heard in this episode, “The Boy Who Prayed With the Alphabet,” retold by Peninnah Schram can be found in Peninnah Schram's The Hungry Clothes and Other Jewish Folktales, Sterling Publishing, 2008.

The zoo comes to Hebrew school this week, as our kid contestant Orly tames three animal-themed games: “Prayer or Pop Song,” “Mah Zeh” (What’s This?), and “Tall Torah Tales!” Joining this rodeo is comedian Joel Chasnoff, storyteller Peninnah Schram, and Lenny Solomon with our house band Shlock Rock.  The fun doesn’t stop when the episode ends. The Jewish Education Project has created additional games and activities for families, as well as resources for educators to use our podcast in the classroom.  Want to be a contestant on Hebrew School? Visit tabletm.ag/hebrewschool to apply.  The story you heard in this episode, "Naming of Animals, a Midrash," retold by Peninnah Schram, is based on Pesikta Rabbati (PR); Tanhuma Hukkat #6; Numbers Rabbah 19:3. Quote re "Naming Animals" from The Five Books of Moses, translation by Everett Fox, Schocken Books, 1990 - Genesis 2:20.

Our kid contestant Nachshon teaches us all about tzedakah, the Hebrew word for charity! Donating money, volunteering at a food pantry, donating toys, and providing warm clothing to those in need are all great ways to give tzedakah. Nachshon plays three games: “Say My Name”, “Prayer or Pop Song?”, and “Do We Do That? Also featuring Hebrew School storyteller Peninnah Schram and Lenny Solomon with our house band Shlock Rock, this episode will leave you inspired and excited to learn more about the mitzvah of tzedakah!  The fun doesn’t stop when the episode ends. The Jewish Education Project has created additional games and activities for families, as well as resources for educators to use our podcast in the classroom. The fun doesn’t stop when the episode ends: Visit hebrewschoolpodcast.com for games and activities created by the Jewish Education Project.  Want to be a contestant on Hebrew School? Visit tabletm.ag/hebrewschool to apply.  The story you heard in this episode, The Maggid of Dubno, a Parable, retold by Peninnah Schram, can be found in her anthology Stories Within Stories: from the Jewish Oral Tradition. Jason Aronson, an imprint of Rowman & Littlefield, 2000, pp. 150-151.

Hebrew School is a game show podcast where kids play fun games to learn about all things Jewish!  Today we learn all about the Jewish High Holidays, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Join the fun as our amazing kid contestant Rachel plays Emet, Emet Sheker (Two Truths and a Lie), Mah Zeh (What’s This?), and Eavesdropping on History. Also featuring comedy by Joel Chasnoff and a special song by Lenny Solomon and our house band Shlock Rock. This episode is a great way for kids and their families to learn all about these important days on the Jewish calendar.  The fun doesn’t stop when the episode ends. The Jewish Education Project has created additional games and activities for families, as well as resources for educators to use our podcast in the classroom.  Want to be a contestant on Hebrew School? Visit tabletm.ag/hebrewschool to apply.

Your favorite Jewish kids quiz show podcast is back in session! Hosts Frank and Sabrina are joined by this week's contestant, Charlotte, for a series of fun games about all things Jewish—from history to religion to pop culture. Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Your favorite Jewish kids quiz show podcast is back in session! Hosts Frank and Sabrina are joined by this week's contestant, Liana, for a series of fun games about all things Jewish—from history to religion to pop culture. Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Your favorite Jewish kids quiz show podcast is back in session! Hosts Frank and Sabrina are joined by this week's contestant, Daniel, for a series of fun games about all things Jewish—from history to religion to pop culture. Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Your favorite Jewish kids quiz show podcast is back in session! Hosts Frank and Sabrina are joined by this week's contestant, Noemi, for a series of fun games about all things Jewish—from history to religion to pop culture. Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Your favorite Jewish kids quiz show podcast is back in session! Hosts Frank and Sabrina are joined by this week's contestant, Aliza, for a series of fun games about all things Jewish—from history to religion to pop culture. Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Your favorite Jewish kids quiz show podcast is back in session! Hosts Frank and Sabrina are joined by this week's contestant, Zoey, for a series of fun games about all things Jewish—from history to religion to pop culture. Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Your favorite Jewish kids quiz show podcast is back in session! Hosts Frank and Sabrina are joined by this week's contestant, Rory, for a series of fun games about all things Jewish—from history to religion to pop culture. Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Your favorite Jewish kids quiz show podcast is back in session! Hosts Frank and Sabrina are joined by this week's contestant, Seth, for a series of fun games about all things Jewish—from history to religion to pop culture. Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Your favorite Jewish kids quiz show podcast is back in session! Hosts Frank and Sabrina are joined by this week's contestant, Joana, for a series of fun games about all things Jewish—from history to religion to pop culture. Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Your favorite Jewish kids quiz show podcast is back in session! Hosts Frank and Sabrina are joined by this week's contestant, Tessa, for a series of fun games about all things Jewish—from history to religion to pop culture. Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Your favorite Jewish kids quiz show podcast is back in session! Hosts Frank and Sabrina are joined by this week's contestant, Cora, for a series of fun games about all things Jewish—from history to religion to pop culture. Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

The bell has rung and you know what that means: Hebrew School is back in session! We’re kicking off a whole new season of your favorite Jewish quiz show for kids, featuring two great new hosts, Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Join Frank and Sabrina and a rotating cast of kid contestants as they answer questions, play games, and decipher songs about all things Jewish.  Hebrew School is hosted by Frank Spiro and Sabrina Marielle Friedman. The show is produced by Josh Kross, Sara Fredman Aeder, and Robert Scaramuccia. Songs for the “Say My Name” game were composed and performed by Sabrina Marielle Friedman. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at hebrewschool@tabletmag.com.  Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

On this week’s episode of Hebrew School, we’re joined by 9-year-old Elizabeth, whose favorite character in Jewish history is Miriam. We learn about Yael, the Biblical heroine who slays Sisra, and wonder whether there were actually any elephants in the Bible.  Hebrew School is hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz. Each week we bring you songs, games, quizzes, and real kids answering questions about all things Jewish!  Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify. Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Play along with Hebrew School, a new game show podcast for kids of all ages.On this week’s episode of Hebrew School, we’re joined by 10-year-old Alice to hear about a Moabite woman who really loved her mother-in-law, learn the Hebrew word for ‘pancake,’ and puzzle through some wacky remedies featured in the Bible.  Hebrew School is hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz. Each week we bring you songs, games, quizzes, and real kids answering questions about all things Jewish! Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com.Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify. Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

On this week’s episode of Hebrew School, we're joined by 11-year-old Ezra to hear a mixed-up poem from the Garden of Eden, learn about a young writer in Vienna who dreamed up Zionism, and eavesdrop on a famous shepherd-turned-rabbi. Hebrew School is hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz. Each week we bring you songs, games, quizzes, and real kids answering questions about all things Jewish! Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify. Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

On this week’s episode of Hebrew School, we learn the Hebrew word for 'skateboard,' plus we hear some of the best nicknames in the Bible, and find out whether a lyric is from "Song of Songs" or an Ed Sheeran song. Hebrew School is hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz. Each week we bring you songs, games, quizzes, and real kids answering questions about all things Jewish! Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify. Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

On this week’s episode of Hebrew School, we hear some rhymes from a wise king,  learn about some crazy biblical foods, and have a serious communication breakdown. As always, the show is hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz. We have songs, games, quizzes, and real kids answering questions about all things Jewish. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com.Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

On this week’s episode of Hebrew School, we learn about a brother who traded it all away for a bowl of stew, some true nightmares, and a guy who has a very special top 10 list. As always, the show is hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz. We have songs, games, quizzes, and real kids answering questions about all things Jewish. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com.Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify. Check out all of Tablet’s podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

On this week’s episode of Hebrew School, we listen in on the world's first sibling rivalry, hang out with one fiery prophet, and get down with Hebrew comic books. As always, the show is hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz. And as always, we have songs, games, quizzes, and real kids answering questions about all things Jewish. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify. Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

On this week’s episode of Hebrew School, we RSVP for one funky wedding, try to tell Torah apart from Ariane Grande, and bring the house down with the Bible's strongest dude. As always, the show is hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz. And as always, we have songs, games, quizzes, and real kids answering questions about all things Jewish. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be a contestant? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify. Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

On this week’s episode of Hebrew School, we groove with one tough queen, learn about fantastic beasts and where to find them in the Bible, and visit Israel for a very special moment in its history. As always, the show is hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz. And as always, we’ve songs, games, quizzes, and real kids answering questions about all things Jewish. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be on the show? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify. Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

On this week’s episode of Hebrew School, we hear from history’s first bad guy, have fun with some groovy verses that are either from the Bible or from a Drake song, and bring you a whale of a tale about a very hungry fish. As always, the show is hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz. And as always, we’ve songs, games, quizzes, and real kids answering questions about all things Jewish. The music you heard in the ‘Say My Name’ segment is by Yair Daar. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be on the show? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com. Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify. Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

On this week's episode of Hebrew School, we take you back to an epic battle in history, teach you a very contemporary Hebrew word, and ask you to guess if that lovely line you're hearing is a biblical verse or a pop song lyric. As always, the show is hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz. And as always, we've songs, games, quizzes, and real kids answering questions about all things Jewish. The music you heard in the 'Say My Name' segment is by Yair Daar. Have a question about the show, or know a kid aged 7-12 who should be on the show? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Introducing Hebrew School, the latest podcast from Tablet Magazine. Hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Liel Leibovitz, Hebrew School is a weekly game show, featuring real kids answering questions about all things Jewish. There are songs, games, quizzes, and so much more. Music you heard in Say My Name is by Yair Daar Have a question about the show, or know a kid AGES 7-12 who should be on the show? Email us at Hebrewschool@tabletmag.com Check out all of Tablet's podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.