BimBam Videos

Videos from BimBam

Founded by Sarah Lefton in 2008 (as G-dcast), BimBam was a nonprofit media studio located in Oakland, CA whose digital storytelling continues to spark connections to Judaism for learners of all ages. Though BimBam ceased operations in 2019, their over 400 original videos continue to live on and engage new generations, here on ReformJudaism.org and on their YouTube channel, as well as their Shaboom! YouTube channel.

Shaboom! Video Activity Guides

Dad and two smiling kids looking at an iPad together on the couch

Parenting

6 Videos to Teach Jewish Values to Kids During the Pandemic

Stephanie Fink, MAJCS, RJE

Even under the best of circumstances, the most tight-knit of families can feel stress being together 24/7 – and these are anything but the best of circumstances.

BimBam Videos

Video: How to Make 18-Minute Matzah

Laura Copel

Got flour, water, oil and a fork? That’s all you need to make your own matzah! Follow along with food blogger, cookbook author, and producer Gabi Moskowitz as she walks us through it.

Hanukkah Candle light by Steven M. Isenberg, Temple Emanuel, Lowell, MA

Family Activities

How to Help Young Children Embrace the Spirit of Hanukkah

Stephanie Fink, MAJCS, RJE

BimBam’s animated videos spark connections to Judaism with compelling and engaging digital storytelling for kids, parents, and educators. Check out these Hanukkah videos.

Shavuot

Why Do We Read the Book of Ruth on Shavuot?

Dr. Tamara Cohn Eskenazi and Dr. Tikva Frymer-Kensky, z”l

No story in the Bible better demonstrates than the Book of Ruth the extraordinary power of love that goes beyond the expected obligation.