The Jewish Federation’s Sara & Samuel J. Lessans
G od Deeds Week
April 11-18, 2021
Food insecurity across our region remains a critical issue, especially in the wake of
COVID-19. Join The Jewish Federation as we unite 60+ community partners and thousands
of participants from across DC, MD, and Northern VA to meet this growing need.

Together, we will fill the shelves of local food pantries, feed those who
are hungry, and make a difference all week long.

Find a volunteer project at shalomdc.org/GoodDeedsWeek
Federation's Good Deeds Week is made possible by Drs. Ellen &
Stuart Lessans, in loving memory of Sara & Samuel J. Lessans.

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FEATURES DEPARTMENTS
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DYEING EGGS NATURALLY
Learn how to create a rainbow of colors
using ingredients already in your kitchen.

PUDDLE PLAYTIME
Go ahead, let little ones play in the rain
E CO-ANXIETY AND KIDS
How to ease your child's fears about climate
change SIDELINE SPORTSMANSHIP
The importance of being a good sports
parent WEAN THEM OFF SCREENS
Reverse the effects of recreational screen
time with SPOIL activities.

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FAMILY FUN
COVID-safe Easter events around the DMV
DIY Make your own rainbow rock candy
HEALTHY FAMILY
The benefits of sports for kids with ADHD
32 BOOKMARKED
Children's books about autism
34 MY TURN
How word searches helped one local mom's
kids learn to self-soothe
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SUMMER CAMP
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