What to Watch on Tu B’Shvat 🌳🍇

Tu B’Shvat is like nature’s birthday bash, celebrating the incredible wisdom Hashem placed into creation. And Torah Live has some amazing videos and resources to make your celebration meaningful, fun, and super inspiring. Ready to dig in? Let’s go!

Rooted in Meaning: Discover the Depth of Tu B’Shvat

Torah Live’s new video course takes Tu B’Shvat to the next level, diving deep into its halachic, spiritual, and personal significance. Learn how this special day ties into the mitzvos of terumos and maasros, reminding us of the incredible holiness of the produce of Eretz Yisrael. The course also explores powerful life lessons we can learn from trees—about growth, resilience, and how to nourish our spiritual roots for olam habah. And, of course, you’ll discover why we honor Tu B’Shvat by enjoying the fruits of Eretz Yisrael, celebrating our connection to the land and the Torah itself. It’s a vibrant, inspiring way to bring the deeper meanings of Tu B’Shvat to life! 🌳

Wisdom in Creation 

Have you ever stopped to think about how awesome trees are? Every fruit tree is like a miracle on display—turning water, sunlight, and nutrients into sweet, juicy fruit! Torah Live’s Wisdom in Creation video takes you on a journey through the wonders of nature. You’ll learn how Hashem's brilliance is revealed in every branch, leaf, and bite of fruit. 🌿🍎

It’s the perfect video for Tu B’Shvat because this holiday is all about appreciating Hashem’s creations and recognizing His hand in the world.

Eretz Yisrael: The Land We Love 

Tu B’Shvat isn’t just about the fruit—it’s also a day to connect to Eretz Yisrael, our precious homeland. Torah Live’s Eretz Yisrael video will open your eyes to the holiness of the land and why it’s at the center of our lives as Jews. 🌍✨

This holiday is a reminder that Eretz Yisrael isn’t just any place; it’s the land Hashem chose for us. From its breathtaking landscapes to the fruits that grow there, it’s a gift we celebrate on Tu B’Shvat—and every day.

Brachos: Gratitude in Every Bite 

What better way to celebrate Tu B’Shvat than by savoring some delicious fruits? (Pass the dates, please! 😋) It’s also a fantastic time to brush up on the laws of brachos—so you can thank Hashem properly for every mango, fig, or loquat He’s given us. Torah Live’s resources make it easy to review the halachos and learn the correct blessings for all kinds of fruits.

Want to make it even more fun? Download the Exotic Fruits of Israel poster! It’s packed with cool info about fruits you can make a shehecheyanu on like dragon fruit, sweetie, and passion fruit, plus the brachos you need to say on these foods. Who knew learning about halacha could be so tasty? 🍍🍋

This Tu B’Shvat, let’s celebrate the beauty of Hashem’s world and the gifts of Eretz Yisrael. Torah Live has everything you need to make the holiday meaningful and exciting—so grab some fruit, hit play on a video, and let’s grow together! 

Hands-On Learning for Tu B’Shvat

Torah Live also offers two engaging lesson plans to help educators bring Tu B’Shvat to life for their students. In one plan, students get to explore the great outdoors—right around their school or home—and find their own examples of the wisdom in Hashem’s creation. Whether it’s the design of a leaf, the shape of a seed, or the way trees grow, this activity will spark their curiosity and deepen their appreciation for nature. The second lesson focuses on the meaning of Tu B’Shvat, teaching students about the significance of this special day and the minhag of eating fruits from Eretz Yisrael. These hands-on and thought-provoking lessons are perfect for making Tu B’Shvat unforgettable! 🌿🎒