One of the concerns I sometimes hear from parents is: “Cantor Ben, my child barely knows any other Jewish kids. How are they supposed to develop a strong Jewish identity?” …
One of the most painful things a parent can hear is: “Everyone else knows more Hebrew than I do.” Maybe your child has friends who have attended Hebrew School for …
For many children, starting high school feels like standing at the edge of a brand new world. Everything changes. New teachers. New classmates. A larger school. Greater expectations. More independence. …
If you are the parent of a child entering middle school, you may have noticed something that feels both confusing and heartbreaking. Your once confident child suddenly becomes quieter. They …
One of the most common concerns I hear from parents is this. “My child already struggles with reading in English. How are they possibly going to Learn Hebrew Language for …
Featuring Benji from Dallas When Benji’s mom first called me from Dallas, she sounded a bit nervous. Her first sentence was, “We’re not very religious, and Benji’s never learned Hebrew. …
By Cantor Ben Founder of CoolCantor Hebrew School When I first met Phoebe from San Diego on Zoom, I could tell right away that she was special. She had a …
As a parent today you already know the truth. Our kids live in a world filled with notifications constant stimulation and endless digital noise. So when families come to me …
Featuring Alex from Boston, a CoolCantor Hebrew School Student When most families think about Bar or Bat Mitzvah, they think about a big day. A proud moment. A celebration with …
When Zoe’s parents first reached out to me from Paris France, they were excited and hopeful. Their daughter Zoe was fifteen, ready to embrace her Bat Mitzvah journey—and yet they were …
Introduction: When Brayden’s parents from Toronto first contacted me about preparing for his Bar Mitzvah, they asked all the typical questions. What Hebrew skills would he need? How long would …
When Jax’s mom first reached out to me from Baltimore, she was in a full-blown panic. “Cantor Ben,” she said, “I just need someone to tell me how to pull …