Books and Stuff
Rabbi Rock is a maggid (Spiritual Storyteller) who journeys on many roads to the farthest places where the heart and soul can be found. And the path he travels is filled with wonder and beauty. And everywhere he goes he shares his tales and learns anew about the love of the Holy One, blessed be He that the all people have.
Many ask about his teachings, stories and books. Here are some books and cd’s of his stories and teachings.
The Treasures of the King, the Princess and the Peat Digger
A collection of seven Jewish tales of faith, mystery, riddles and healing told by Rachmiel Tobesman. This maggid (religious storyteller) shares stories that contain wondrous, lofty, and healing messages that each person understands in their own way. the stories told by this maggid will arouse the heart and elevate spirituality so one can see the holy Sparks in every day deeds. If a person looks at the maggid and his stories with an open mind and heart, they will understand their messages and begin the process of healing on their spiritual journey.
Coins, Candles and Faith
A collection of eight Jewish tales of faith, mystery, and healing told by Rabbi Rachmiel Tobesman. This maggid (religious storyteller) wraps tales of faith around the listener like a blanket that warms the body and soul. The stories told by this maggid will arouse the heart and elevate spirituality so one can see the holy Sparks in every day deeds
A Time to Mourn, A Time to
Comfort
Rabbi Rachmiel Tobesman’s book, A Time to Mourn, A Time to Comfort: A Child’s Workbook for Remembering and Stories from Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow comes with a guide to help your children get by one of life’s most difficult moments.
Filled with activities, stories and explanations, A Time to Mourn, A Time to Comfort: A Child’s Workbook for Remembering and Stories from Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow is an invaluable resource for parents and children. These features help children to understand their feelings and the grieving process in the Jewish community. Each chapter in this exceptional book teaches children important skills to cope with many of the traditions and the confusion so common when someone dies. Most books can only be read, but this one allows children to write, draw, doodle, take notes, tape in pictures, and even fold the pages!
Time to Mourn, A Time to Comfort: A Child’s Workbook for Remembering and Stories from Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow is a well-crafted book that becomes an heirloom for your children. This is a must-have kit where they can read, enjoy, learn, and share their thoughts.
About the Author
Rabbi Rachmiel Tobesman is a member of the Chevra Kaddisha at a prominent Jewish Funeral Home in Baltimore. He is a master educator and has worked for over 25 years with children. He was one of the storytellers at the CAJE (Coalition for Alternatives in Jewish Education) conferences in Maryland, Georgia, Washington, Ohio and New York.
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Teacher’s Guide for A Time to
Mourn, A Time to Comfort
This Teacher’s Guide presents an approach in teaching about death and grieving in which a number of aspects such as:
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Stories and activities designed to help children through the grieving process
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review Jewish funeral and grieving practices
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self-evaluation for personal qualities and skills
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suggestions on dealing with critical incidents, and
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a review of the suggested teaching techniques and approaches.
Stories and activities designed to help children through the grieving process
review Jewish funeral and grieving practices
self-evaluation for personal qualities and skills
suggestions on dealing with critical incidents, and
a review of the suggested teaching techniques and approaches.
A Time to Separate, A Time to Come Together
It is difficult when married couples decide to divorce, even more so for the children caught in the middle. Author Rabbi Rachmiel Tobesman helps them to cope with the hurt of divorce, to manage their anger and to rebuild a better tomorrow through A Time Separate, A Time to Come Together.
Sometimes, it’s hard for children to talk about what’s happening their life. When parents divorce, children feel confused, angry and hurt. They often feel that no one can understand them and isolate themselves from others. A Time Separate, A Time to Come Together is a workbook of activities, stories and explanations to help children to understand their feelings and the divorce process in the Jewish community. It allows them to read, enjoy, learn and share their thoughts that they can write down. Discover fascinating stories, activities and mysteries for you to explore!
Each chapter in A Time to Separate, A Time to Come Together teaches children important skills to cope with the traditions and confusion so common when parents divorce. Divorce does not mean the family will be separated forever. There will come a time that the family will come together again. This unique workbook is filled with many activities and much more, which makes it an invaluable resource for parents and children. It will help you grow closer to your parents and family. As you fill this book, it becomes your own-a special treasure that you can keep forever…
About the Author
Rabbi Rachmiel Tobesman is one of the founders of the Child Access Center of Maryland. He is a master educator and as worked for over 25 years with children of separation and divorce. He has presented classes, workshops and seminars on parenting skills throughout the U.S. and has developed educational materials. He is also a Master Storyteller.
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