We will read and discuss folktales, holiday stories, and Bible stories.  No prior knowledge of Judaism is required for this class, and students of all religions or no religion are welcome!  At the beginning of every class I will go over new vocabulary words and any background information needed in order to understand the story. 

Many Jewish folktales are about Elijah the Prophet, who first appears in the Bible.  In later folklore he travels the world, often in disguise, in order to help...