Make Them a Habit. The comfort of any ritual lies in its repetition. Daily routines help children feel more secure by teaching them what to expect in a world that is still new to them. An infant put to bed nightly to the peaceful strains of Hashkiveinu learns it is time to sleep. A three-year-old hearing Round and Round in the car each morning knows nursery school is just around the corner. Just choose a special time each day, and press play!

Make Them Your Own. The dearest rituals are often those we create ourselves. Ideas for developing family prayers are included in this book. And don't forget the fun--games can be rituals too. Try the Israeli version of "This Little Piggy" on page 9, or the memory game on page 17.