A small jar. A brighter New Year.

The Elul Jar

A simple family reflection activity for the month before Rosh Hashanah.

Elul is a time to slow down, reflect on the year behind us, and get ready for the Jewish New Year. The Elul Jar gives families a simple way to do that together — one small question at a time.

Download the Free Elul Jar Printable

One-page PDF, 8.5 × 11 in. Print it. Share it. Start the conversation.

The Elul Jar printable: how it works, plus ten cut-out reflection prompts

How It Works

  1. 1

    Print the Prompts

    Download and print the Elul Jar activity sheet.

  2. 2

    Make Your Jar

    Cut out the questions and place them in a jar or bowl.

  3. 3

    Choose a Question

    Once a day, let someone pick a slip — at dinner, before bed, or any quiet moment.

  4. 4

    Talk Together

    Take a few minutes to share, listen, and reflect. No perfect answers required.

Just a little time to reflect, reconnect, and begin the New Year with intention.

More Ways to Get Ready for Rosh Hashanah

Listen to The Menschkins Rosh Hashanah Family Playlist on Spotify.

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Songs, stories and traditions for the whole family!