Jewish Family Rituals
Bring a sense of renewal into your home with easy, meaningful rituals meant to share with kids.
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Start each new month with intention, connection and love.
We believe Rosh Chodesh can bring peace and meaning to the rush of family life.
We’re At The Well, a nonprofit on a mission to share ancient Jewish practices that are powerful for our well-being — like Rosh Chodesh, the Jewish celebration of the new moon.
May these simple rituals bring more calm, wonder, and wholeness to your home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosh Chodesh?
Rosh Chodesh is the ancient Jewish holiday of the new moon — a quiet pause that gives us and our families a chance to breathe, notice the night sky, and begin again.
How do you pronounce Rosh Chodesh?
Great question! It's "ROSH HO-desh" — the second word is pronounced with a heavy "H," like Hanukkah. Rosh means "head" and Chodesh means "month."
When is the next Rosh Chodesh?
At the next new moon — which, in Jewish tradition, is when a sliver of moon is newly visible after a fully dark moon. See upcoming dates here.
What are the benefits of celebrating Rosh Chodesh with kids?
There are so many! First of all, when your family begins celebrating Rosh Chodesh together (even for just five minutes a month), YOU become more anchored and grounded. Kids feel that! Moreover, books like The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt uplift home-based spiritual practices (like Rosh Chodesh!) as one of the best protective factors for kids' mental health. This practice is deep medicine for the whole family.
What's the simplest way to get started?
Download our free mini guide to Rosh Chodesh at home! Print pages 3 and 4 and keep them on your fridge for easy access.
How can we learn more?
Ready to go deeper? Check out Rosh Chodesh Together: A Creative Toolkit for Families. You'll learn about Rosh Chodesh directly from At The Well's founder and CEO Sarah Waxman, and get thoughtful, screen-free activities tailored to every month of the year.