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Fall Holiday Glossary

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Posted on April 15, 2016
By Melissa Segal
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This file contains a helpful glossary of terms for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Shmini Atzeret and Simchat Torah. It begins with a letter to parents suggesting themes to think about during the holiday season.

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Melissa Segal

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