Explore Top Dorm Essentials & Gifts from Israel!
Do you have a child or grandchild going off to college, who wants to express their Jewish identity or Israel pride in their dorm? Look no further than these amazing, meaningful gifts designed by Israeli artists!
Be sure to browse our back-to-school category, mugs, Israeli clocks, Jewish wall art, as well as dorm-appropriate travel-sized Judaica.
And check our top 12 favorite dorm must-haves below:
1. Ornate Hamsa Wall Hanging (Choice of Colors)
Send your kid off with a Jewish Hamsa - traditionally hung for luck and Divine protection and also used as an emblem of one's Judaism in modern times - with this lovely Hamsa designed in Jerusalem. It comes in a choice of vibrant colors and a loop for easy hanging. Inside the Hamsa hand design is a floral motif along with the Hebrew word Mazal or "Luck," and a Kabbalistic eye motif for warding off the "evil eye."
2. The Israeli Flag (Choice of Sizes)
There's no better time than now to stand with Israel! Help your child express their pride and support for the Jewish state with an Israeli flag; made of polyester and available in several sizes, it's perfect for hanging in one's dorm room or bringing to rallies.
3. "Am Yisrael Chai" Lion of Judah Black Glossy Mug
This designer coffee mug will be a gift of Jewish pride and a reminder of Jewish strength and longevity that your young college student can keep on their desk and use for their coffee during those late-night study sessions. The meaningful mug displays a roaring Lion of Judah and the words "Am Yisrael Chai" in Hebrew, with the English translation "the people of Israel live" below.
4. Land of the Bible Calendar Sep 2024-Dec 2025
More than a regular wall calendar, this beautiful Israeli calendar displays both the secular and Hebrew dates, along with all the Jewish holidays, fast days, and Rosh Chodesh dates. Starting in September 2024 and ending in December 2025, every month in the calendar is accompanied by a stunning photo from Israel and an inspiring Bible quote in both Hebrew and English. A must-have for every Jewish college student to help them stay connected to their Judaism and plan for Jewish holidays!
5. Shabbat LED Tealight Candles
This cute and affordable set of battery-operated LED candles is the perfect solution for dorms that don't allow lit fires, or a student who travels often and needs a convenient on-the-go option. The candles come with batteries included, and even have a flickering flame effect when lit - a lovely and hassle-free way to mark shabbat every week!
6. "Am Yisrael Chai" White Stainless Steel Water Bottle
Give a gift that's both functional and meaningful, ensuring your student stays hydrated while giving a nod to Israel and their Jewish identity, with this fabulous stainless steel water bottle. Designed in Jerusalem and exclusive to Judaica Webstore, the white-colored bottle is adorned with the Hebrew phrase "Am Yisrael Chai" ("The Jewish People Live") in stylized Hebrew script, with an Israeli flag rising out of the letter Lamed.
7. Free-Standing Israel Flag
Any college student who loves Israel will love keeping this compact, free-standing Israeli flag accessory on their desk. The sturdy base of the flag can also be removed, making it easy to wave around and bring to demonstrations or events. A simple, budget-friendly, yet meaningful back-to-school gift!
8. Hebrew Alphabet Mug (Choice of Colors)
Designed in Israel by Modern Shtetl studio, this chic ceramic mug features the letters of the Hebrew alphabet along with their names in English, and boasts a vibrantly colored handle and interior in a choice of blue, black, or red. Whether your child is already a Hebrew language nerd or is just starting to connect with their Jewish heritage, they'll love this stylish reminder of the aleph-bet that they can keep on their desk, drink out of, or use for pen and pencil storage.
9. Israel Museum Ahava Bookend (Choice of Colors)
The famous artist Robert Indiana created a Hebrew version of his acclaimed "LOVE" statue - making it אהבה or "Ahava" - for the Israel Museum in Jerusalem, where it was installed in 1977 and continues to stand today as an iconic part of the Israeli artistic landscape. This stainless steel bookend was made by the Israel Musuem to showcase the unforgettable design of the statue, and is available on our site in an array of delightful color options through our exclusive partnership with the museum. Gift your loved one a phenomenal and functional, love-themed Israeli design!
10. Famous Yiddish Words Pillow (Choice of Sizes)
Here's a fun, decorative pillow for your child's dorm room that's also a unique nod to Jewish culture and humor! It's adorned with popular Yiddish words and phrases in both Hebrew and English script, using colorful fonts and an eye-catching design. It includes such pop culture favorites as oy vey, schlep, chutzpah, yenta and more - all in good humor and sure to put a smile on any Jewish college student's face.
11. Sunrise At Masada Photograph Print by Oren Cohen
Give your child a reminder of their last trip to Israel - or an exciting preview of an upcoming trip - to hang on their dorm room wall, with this breathtaking Masada photo print from acclaimed Israeli photographer Oren Cohen. A popular spot for Jewish youth trips, the ancient fortress of Masada was the Judeans' last defense against the Roman empire, and is today a symbol of Jewish bravery and defiance. This inspiring aerial photo, in the size of a small poster, shows the ruins of Masada and a fluttering Israeli flag against a backdrop of the majestic Judean hills.
12. Martin Holt Jewish Humor Wall Clock with Moses
For lovers of Jewish art and humor, this wonderful wall clock is a dorm room essential! Made by Tel Aviv-based craftsman Ofek Wertman, it features a reprint of artwork by famed Israeli cartoonist Martin Holt. The clock shows an image of Moses parting the waters at a swimming pool so that a Hasidic man can run, in a coloful and imaginative reference to the Biblical Exodus from Egypt.