A family preparing for Hanukkah together

Celebrate Purim

The Purim Story for Kids

The Purim story has some pretty adult plot points and themes; try these all-ages adaptations of the story so kids can understand and enjoy it too.

Doing Good While Having Fun

Hearing the Megillah (the scroll read on Purim) is just one of four mitzvot for the holiday. Learn how we care for each other with mishloach manot and other traditions.

Get Together With Friends

You Host, PJ Library Pays
PJ Library's Get Together microgrant program covers $100 in expenses when you host other families raising Jewish children for Jewish-themed gatherings! No application needed, just tell us about it afterward.

More Ways to Do Jewish
Need inspiration for your gathering? Explore our expert tips and ideas for whatever kind of event works best for you.

Haggadah

Countdown to Fun

Make it a Month of Mitzvot
January will be off the charts! Start the year with 30 days' worth of mitzvot you can do as a family. How many will you do?

Kid-Friendly Ways to Celebrate
For a little less noise, ring in 2026 with our collection of printables and other activities for the whole family.

PJ Library Presents

Listen at home or on the go with two new magical podcasts, available everywhere you get podcasts.

Beyond the Bookcase: Familiar fairy tales come to life when Miri and Micah visit the wonderful land of Mashal. 

Afternoons with Mimi: Everyone's favorite grandmother, Mimi, reads books, folktales, and original stories that will capture the imaginations of young and old alike.

Kindness to Animals

Talking to Kids About Challenging Topics

How to talk with kids about antisemitism
If your kids experience or hear about antisemitism, they may have big questions. These links and resources can be used as a starting point for challenging discussions.

How to talk with kids about Israel
PJ Library has books, videos, and podcasts to help families learn about Israel, as well as stories that inspire Jewish joy and hope.

What is PJ Library?

Free Monthly Books

PJ Library sends free high-quality Jewish storybooks each month, inspiring families to discuss, explore, and celebrate what they love about Jewish life.

Grows With Your Family

Our experts curate the best age-appropriate books as kids grow. Ages 0-8 get beloved board books, picture books, and early chapter books. Kids from 9-12 get to choose their own “PJ Our Way” middle-grade book each month!

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