Spirit of Sinai Jewish Learning Center

An after-school Jewish learning program that will leave your child asking for more!

For Children of ALL Backgrounds, Ages 5 & Older

• "Multiple Intelligences" curriculum
• Interactive, multi-sensory larning
• Acclaimed by parents and educators community-wide
• Transportation provided from some area Schools
• Jewish learning made relevant, meaningful and FUN!

A whole new way to do after-school Jewish education!     

Shiffy Landa, Educational Director 

Fun-filled Learning... Active Involvement. That's The Spirit of Sinai! 

We Believe...

• Children should be actively engaged in learning.
• Learning should be meaningful to each child.
• Cocepts are best acquire through direct, hands-on experience.
• Children learn best in a warm and joyful environment.

Our Goals:

At The Spirit of Sinai your child will...

• Develop a love and passion for Judaism.
• Learn the basics of Jewish prayers and their meaning.
• Identify with the Jewish people and the Land of Israel.
• Master the skills of Hebrew reading and writing.
• Discover Judaism's relevance to every-day life.
• Examine the lives and times of biblical personalities.
• Experience hands-on practice of Jewish holidays and traditions.
• Show respect for every kind of Jew.
• Be encouraged to articulate thoughtful questions about Judaism.
• Prepare for a life as a proud and knowledgeable Jew.
• Understand Judaism's moral and ethical expectations.

Here's How We Do It...

Multiple Intelligeces Curriculum -  It's not about how smart the child is, it's about how the child is smart!

Is your child visual? Musical? Rythmic? Kinesthetic? Interpersonal? At The Spirit of Sinai we base our curriculum on the Theory of Multiple Intelligences, which offers students a variety of different ways to learn and achieve success.  No child is left out of the loop. Each child's pathway is accessed. Each child's 'learning button' is pushed. The result: Jewish learning becomes meaningful and relevant for each and every student.

Cooperative Learning Stations - Say 'goodbye' to yesterday's non-interactive, frontal teaching methods. Say 'hello' to a whole new pathway to learning and processing!

Our colorful and creative 'Learning Stations' are a great way to build positive group dynamics, to help children understand diversity, gain perspective and build social skills. By developing their interpersonal intelligence, children discover a fascinating new way to learn!

Interactice, Multi-sensory and Hands-on Experiences - The body becomes a vehicle for learning Hebrew. Music becomes a learning tool, not just a time-filler. Social interactions are opportunities to reflect and express what they learn.

Experience has shown that children take 'ownership' of a concept if we provide creative ways for them to learn and express themselves. The teacher is less focused in his/her preferred teaching style, and more focus is given to the student's learning style. The result: Jewish learning becomes fun!

The Spirit of Sinai is Catching On! - Here's what they say about us...

"If our kids are to be happy about their Jewishness, it is essential for their Jewish learning to be fun and exciting in afternoon school.  Through her use of the Multiple Intelligences, Shiffy Landa makes sure that every learning session is loads of fun and a rewarding experience for my daughter."      -- Julie Eisenberg, Parent

"I love the Spirit of Sinai. Shiffy makes up the funnest learning games and gives us clues to remember things."  -- Miriam, Student

"The Spirit of Sinai has enriched our family life tremendously. Shiffy's warmth, unique teaching style and depth of knowledge have given me a more positive and less punitive understanding of Judaism."          --- Debbie Hauptman, Parent

"The Spirit of Sinai is fun! We get to make our own Challah for Rosh Hashana. We also have a special party in the Sukkah and we go to the Matzah Bakery before Passover!"   --- Ellie, Student

"Josephine often shares her knowledge and what she's learned at The Spirit of Sinai. Judaism has become a topic of discussion at our dinner table, and we're delighted about that!"  --- Sherri Lyss, Parent

"The Spirit of Sinai program successfully weaves modern educational practice and the teaching of our Jewish heritage and culture into a colorful tapestry that is sure to excite and engage the children."                                                                                - Rabbi David Leibtag, Former Headmaster, Epstein Hebrew Academy

"Shiffy Landa's leadership, her zest for learning and her knowledge of the Multiple Intelligences Theory, set her apart in many positive ways!  Teachers and students will both grow under her direction."       -- Thomas R. Hoerr, Ph.D, New City School, St. Louis