As mentioned on the Homework Log, Thursday will be Tu B'Shvat, the New Year for Trees. We celebrate the gift Hashem gave us of tree/plant life that is so vital to us. It is also meaningful: a person is compared to a tree whose roots must be strong and firm, and whose branches we hope will spread and bear fruit. Wholesome education and nurturing tend the saplings untill they grow with firm knowledge and solid character.
In honor of this special day we are having a Tu B'Shvat (translated as the 15th day in the Hebrew month of Sh'vat) celebration. We will celebrate the 7 special fruits of the Land of Israel, which will be provided by the teachers/school.
We also ask that each child bring in their favorite fruit (whole and uncut/not peeled), to share with the class. Thank you!
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