Jewish values and customs are at the very core and fabric of Judaism. Science plays a vital role in our everyday lives.
JScience fuses the two.
The Goal
The goal of JScience is to engage its young participants in experiments that allow them to experience the fascinating world of science with all their senses while immersing them in an exploration of core Jewish values. JScience offers ways of teaching Jewish ideas through non-traditional, experiential activities that build on children’s interests.
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Workshops are presented in a highly entertaining format, drawing on children’s love of science and experimentation, engaging students in dramatic experiences that “wow” with science while teaching Jewish values. Each workshop consists of a number of experiments, followed by a ‘make and take’ project that participants bring home with them to extend the educational experience ages.
THE WORKSHOPS
The JScience workshops rotate throughout the year in accordance with the Jewish calendar.
Summer Madness
This workshop is not limited to any particular theme. It’s a collection of fun, wow-factor experiments, each accompanied by a Jewish lesson and a positive message. Looking to have an awesome time and learn a thing or two? Click the button below and you’re well on your way!
The Summer Madness workshop is available throughout the summer
The Science of Sound and Sweet
—Rosh Hashanah, Jewish New Year
The Jewish New Year is that much sweeter with this workshop, which focuses on science experiments related to sweet substances. It helps us understand the ancient tradition of incorporating as much sweetness as possible into Rosh Hashanah. The objective of this workshop is to bring out the joyful, sweet side of Judaism.
The Science of Motion
–Chanukah
This workshop explores a host of science experiments related to themes and messages of Chanukah. Newton's Laws of Motion, Angular Motion, a Century-Old Gyroscope, and the combustion triangle, come to life and find their way into the ancient story of one of the most celebrated Jewish holidays. Get your tickets today!
Our Environment
—Tu B’shvat, Birthday of the Trees
The Tu B’shvat, Trees, and our Environment workshop opens children’s eyes to the wonders of the world around them, and the responsibility we have to protect our natural resources from harm. Participants discover how their everyday habits and actions can make a difference, and learn to see themselves as caretakers of the planet that G-d has created.