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Resource Spotlight

Introducing Resource Spotlight: a collection of curated resources on timely themes, drawn from the practices, ideas, and insights developed through M² programs. Featured below, these accessible resources are designed to inspire new ways of engaging learners and communities.

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Resource Spotlight
Crossroads
Defying the Narrative
When is it necessary to challenge a falsehood directly, and when does a different approach lead to a stronger impact?
Crossroads, Gratitude
The Lunch After Volunteering
You and a group of friends spend the morning volunteering at a local food pantry, stocking shelves and distributing meals.
Crossroads
Beyond the Lesson
How do we recognize when our vision for helping others is misaligned with what they say they need? When do we push forward, and when do we let go?
Crossroads
The Cost of Staying Committed
When does commitment to our own convictions call us to stand apart, and when does commitment to community call us to stay?
Crossroads
When Honesty Feels Heavy
When does protecting someone from the truth help them, and when does it prevent genuine connection?
Crossroads
When Celebration Feels Complicated
How do we best celebrate joy and live with trauma at the same time?
Crossroads
Jewish Values in ActionMiddle School Curriculum
Check out Jewish Values in Action: A curriculum for Middle Schoolers. How can Jewish Values help us navigate Middle School?
Freedom
Freedom Value Spark
Explore the value of Freedom through this visual guide incorporating music, art, poetry, and more, as you prepare for Passover.
Gratitude
Seeing Miracles & Blessings of Thanks
In this source sheet, we explore both the particular miracles and blessings of Hanukkah and the general mindset of seeing miracles and giving thanks.
Gratitude
Beyond the Profile Pic: Appreciating Everyone’s Uniqueness
Why does everyone's life look so perfect on social media, and how do I appreciate each person without thinking my life needs to look like theirs?
Gratitude
Gratitude Havdala Ritual
Havdala is the Jewish ritual for ending Shabbat.
Gratitude
Planning a Gratitude Feast:
How can I take my hosting to the next level?
This resource will help you design and lead a purposeful and meaningful gathering.
Gratitude
Creating Spaces of Gratitude in Your Home
How can we make gratitude part of a daily routine or ritual in our home?
Hope
Hope in Moments of Darkness
An interactive journey to build living hope through Jewish wisdom and action
Hope
The Long Game: Sustaining Your Commitment to Repair the World
How can we maintain our hope and energy for making a difference over time?
Hope
THE HOPE YOU DON’T FEEL (YET)
Leading others toward hope when you‚ are not sure you feel it yourself
Hope
HOPE IS MANDATORY
Having Hope When Hope Feels Lost
Independence
Independence Value Spark
Explore the value of Independence through this visual guide incorporating music, art, poetry, and more, as you prepare for the Fourth of July.
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