Mishnafari
Big Wisdom for Little People
Mishnafari is where ancient wisdom meets modern education!
Through our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) framework, children can explore the timeless teachings of the Mishnah in a way that builds character and interpersonal skills. The Mishnafari Guide provides the structured approach to Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), while our books bring these lessons to life through thrilling time-travel adventures in the Savanna of Africa, where young explorers meet sages who teach them about ethics and good behavior.
Whether used together or separately, Mishnafariâs resources inspire curiosity, personal growth, and meaningful learning.
Collect the Books
The collection is a series of ten adventure books, featuring eleven Mishnayot woven throughout the stories. Built on the framework of Social Emotional Learning (SEL), these books offer an enjoyable experience for the whole class or family.
How do you find a friend? Who can you learn from?
Join Leo as he discovers his roots and acquires a friend, while exploring the Mishnah in the Savanna of Africa!
Leo, a young cub in the Savanna of Africa, discovers with his friend, Moshe Mouse, that they can fly into the past. Back through the ages, they meet the sages who help them make the right choices in life. Mishnafari is based on the part of the Mishnah that is dedicated to ethics and good behavior.
A must have book for children and parents to teach kids about their sense of community and friendship.
This playful book, the first in the Mishnafari series, will teach kids the importance of friendship within the community. Cute and entertaining with beautiful illustrations!
Get this paperback book now and enjoy!
This book is part of a larger series, and to fully understand the plot, it's best to read the books in order.
How do you practice self-control? What do you do with your anger when it builds up? How do you let the anger out and calm yourself down?
Join Leo and Moshe as they learn self-control, while exploring the Mishnah in the Savanna of Africa!
Leo, a young cub, discovers with his friend, Moshe Mouse, that they can fly into the past. Back through the ages, they meet the sages who help them make the right choices in life. Mishnafari is based on the part of the Mishnah that is dedicated to ethics and good behavior.
A must have book for children and parents to teach kids about dealing with emotions and anger management.
This playful book, the second in the Mishnafari series, will teach kids what to do when things donât go their way. Cute and entertaining with beautiful illustrations!
Get this paperback book now and enjoy!
This book is part of a larger series, and to fully understand the plot, it's best to read the books in order.
How do you learn to do things on your own? To be independent? How do you learn to help yourself first and then help others?
Join Leo and Moshe as they learn to help themselves and their friends, while exploring the Mishnah in the Savanna of Africa!
Leo, a young cub, discovers with his friend, Moshe Mouse, that they can fly into the past. Back through the ages, they meet the sages who help them make the right choices in life. Mishnafari is based on the part of the Mishnah that is dedicated to ethics and good behavior.
A must have book for children and parents to teach children about being independent and empathy for others.
This fun book, the third in the Mishnafari series, teaches children about developing independence, while also being attuned to the needs of their friends. Cute and entertaining with beautiful illustrations!
Get this paperback book now and enjoy!
This book is part of a larger series, and to fully understand the plot, it's best to read the books in order.
How do you let the anger out and calm yourself down?
Join Leo and Moshe as they learn that everything in the world matters, while exploring the Mishnah in the Savanna of Africa!
Leo, a young cub, discovers with his friend, Moshe Mouse, that they can fly into the past. Back through the ages, they meet the sages who help them make the right choices in life. Mishnafari is based on the part of the Mishnah that is dedicated to ethics and good behavior.
A must have book for children and parents to teach kids to respect everyone and everything.
This playful book, the fourth in the Mishnafari series, teaches children that everyone has their time to shine. Cute and entertaining with beautiful illustrations!
Get this paperback book now and enjoy!
This book is part of a larger series, and to fully understand the plot, it's best to read the books in order.
Sing Along
Sing Along
Check out our Youtube Channel to sing along with Mishnafari and musician, Robbo Zelonky!
The Program
The Mishnafari Program is your companion to our adventure book series, helping you lead meaningful discussions and hands-on activities as you explore each chapter with your students. With guided questions, worksheets, and immersive experiences, this resource brings the Social Emotional Learning framework to life, making ethics and character development both fun and impactful. Perfect for educators and home-school parents ready to spark curiosity and meaningful learning!
Meet the Team
Meet the incredible team behind our workâclick below to learn more about each member.
