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The Jewish New Year of the Trees, or Tu BiSh’vat, lends itself to many home observations and activities. Here are some ideas for crafts, planting, quiet activities, and more.

Wheat, barley, grape, fig, pomegranate, olive, and date. Collectively they are known as the sheva minim, the seven species of sacred fruits and grains grown in the Land of Israel.

Too cold to plant a tree outside? This tree can be the centerpiece at your Tu BiShvat party. Most materials can be found at your local craft shop (and, of course, a quick stop at your local candy store!)

Children ages 4-10 will enjoy this messy project that blooms into a beautiful tree!

Fruit Head Guy makes an excellent appetizer on Tu BiShvat.

Here are some ideas for incorporating social justice themes into your Tu BiShvat celebration.

Celebrate the New Year of the Trees by making recycled paper using a blender or food processor.

Watch these Shalom Sesame videos with your children to learn about Tu Bishvat, then try some of the fun discussion ideas and activities recommended by Reform Jewish educators.