History’s Heroes: Yehudis – Yogurt Pops

Hi Boys and Girls! Welcome back to “History’s Heroes ” Where we learn about our favorite Jewish Heroes and craft, paint, or experiment, along the way!

Highlight: Yehudis

Yehudis, the daughter of Yochanan the Kohen Gadol, lived in the city of Betulia. The city came under siege by the army of Holofernes, a cruel Syrian-Greek general. After some time, the Jews of the city, driven to hunger, were ready to surrender. Uzziah, the commander, agreed to this if no salvation came after 5 days. But Yehudis insisted that they put their faith in Hashem. She also came up with a plan. Accompanied by her maid, dressed in her best, she confidently entered the camp of Holofernes and requested to see him. She offered advice as to how he could successfully conquer the city and thus won his confidence. After a few days of going back and forth from Holofernes’ camp, offering him bits of information, she came one night with cheese and strong wine, which she fed him. Once he was completely drunk, she took his sword out of its sheath and cut off his head. She wrapped and concealed the frightful prize under some layers and brought it back to Uzziah. The Jewish army prepared a surprise attack on Holofernes’ camp, and when the enemy found their headless general, they fled for their lives.

Today we will remember the bravery of Yehudis while we whip up delicious yogurt pops in the kitchen. The tartness of the berries combined with the sweetness of the cereal will delight anyone who tastes these lovely treats! Happy Chanukah!

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Supplies

·        3.5 oz Plastic Cups

·        3 Plastic Bags

·        Cup

·        2 Bowls

·        2 Spoons

·        Popsicle sticks

·        Cookies of your choice

·        2 Cups Greek Yogurt

·        1 Cup Frozen Berries

·        Fruity Loops (or Cereal of Choice)

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Supplies for Next Week

·        Canvas

·        Water

·        Measuring Cup

·        Scissors

·        Printed Template on Cardstock

·        5 Small Rocks

·        Double Sided Tape

·        Small brush

·        Parchment paper

·        3 Spray Bottles

·        Paint: Green, Blue and Orange

·        One Dark Color Paint

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