How To Talk To Kids About Israel Today
It has been one week since Hamas brutally attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, a day that saw the tragic loss of over 1200 lives, injured hundreds and saw 150 people taken into Gaza as hostages. Many of us are feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and emotional as more graphic images and videos are released.
It is hard to know how to talk about these events, especially with children. We want our children to feel safe, and at the same time, share honestly and in an age appropriate way. If you are struggling, as many of us are, to navigate conversations about the events in Israel with your children, we have compiled a list of resources below.
Kveller: How To Talk To Kids About What’s Happening in Israel Right Now
Rabbi Yael Beuchler, founder of Midrash Manicures: Tips for Talking To Kids About The War In Israel
Jewish Education Project: How to Talk to Children About Israel Today Dr. Samantha Vinokor-Meinrath and noted expert Dr. Sivan Zakai share resources and best practices in this hour long webinar.
eJewish Philanthropy: Guidance for talking to our kids
PJ Library: PJ Library’s Israel Hub
Jewish Family and Chilren’s Service of Minneapolis: The war in Israel: How to begin conversations with your children
Jennie Monness, Co-founder of Union Square Play: This Feels Really Hard
Nickelodeon Parents: Talking to Kids About Difficult Current Events
Parents.com: How to Explain the Israel-Hamas War to Your Children
