In this warm and joyful episode of Faithfully Explore!, we pull up a chair to the Shabbat table and discover one of Judaism’s most beloved traditions. Laura guides young listeners through the sights, sounds, and flavors of Shabbat—from glowing candles and braided challah to blessings, rest, and togetherness. Families will learn what Shabbat means, why Jewish people celebrate it weekly, and how rest and connection are gifts we can all enjoy.

🕍 In This Episode, Kids Will:

🕯️ Learn about Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest

🍞 Imagine a cozy Shabbat dinner through an interactive story

💃 Dance the Challah Braid Dance

🎮 Play “Shabbat I Spy” to review what they’ve learned

🌍 Reflect on how Shabbat connects to other faith traditions

😄 Share a challah-themed joke with friends

🎒 Pack their Belief Backpack with peace, togetherness, and rest

📖 Listen to the Jewish folktale The Wise Baker and the Sabbath Loaves

🛠️ Episode Resources

📥 Download the “Mini Shabbat Rest Challenge”

📥 Try our challah recipe

🌐 Explore more at: faithfullyexplore.com

💡 Parent & Educator Tip

Use this episode to introduce Jewish traditions, spark conversations about the value of rest and family time, and practice empathy for different faith-based rhythms. It’s perfect for interfaith education, social studies, or quiet time reflection.