Ages 10–13
Practical Torah & Halacha
Source-aware Torah and halacha study that develops practical understanding, structured thinking, source recognition, case analysis, middot, and responsible application.
Learning approach
Explore the source. Understand the principle. Consider the application.
- Guided source analysis
- Practical cases and written responses
- Projects and independent study
Course sequence
Four quarters.
Quarter 19 weeks · 6 core topics
- How Halacha Works
- Tefillah: Structure, Kavannah, and Responsibility
- Brachot: Principles and Categories
- Shabbat: From Melachah to Menuchah
- Kashrut: Structure and Decision-Making
- Kibbud Av Va’em: Scope and Limits
Quarter 29 weeks · 6 core topics
- Tzedakah: Priorities, Dignity, and Habit
- Middot, Speech, and Conflict
- Kibbud Av Va’em in Practice
- Shmirat Halashon
- Honesty in Money and Property
- Hashavat Aveidah
Quarter 39 weeks · 6 core topics
- Tzedakah: Giving Wisely
- Chesed, Visiting, and Helping
- Anger, Embarrassment, and Respect
- Bein Adam L’Chaveiro Casebook
- Learning a Torah Source
- Mishnah and Gemara: How the Discussion Works
Quarter 49 weeks · 6 core topics
- Emunah
- Hashgachah and Bitachon
- The Meaning of Tefillah
- Teshuvah
- Middot and Self-Mastery
- Independent Torah Study Project
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