Rachel’s Suitcase: A Creative Kit for Girls Preparing for Aliyah

She’s moving across the world but she’s still just a girl.

A girl who loves music, stickers, oversized hoodies, and feeling like someone gets her.

A girl who might not say what she’s feeling — but needs somewhere to put it.

Rachel’s Suitcase is a printable kit built just for her.

Inspired by the story of a 12-year-old girl whose world starts to shift - one minute her dad ends a phone call with his old buddy in Jerusalem, and the next thing she knows, their house is being packed into what feels like over 700 cardboard boxes. Now she’s living out of a suitcase at Grandma’s, counting down the days until her El Al flight finally takes off.

This kit helps real girls prepare for aliyah with creativity, honesty, and emotional support.

It’s part story, part journal, part retro pen-pal experience, designed to help her stay grounded, expressive, and connected while everything around her is changing.

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Rachel’s Suitcase is a printable creative kit designed to help girls ages 11–15 navigate the emotional journey of aliyah through storytelling, letter writing, and retro-inspired fun. Inside, you’ll find a short story excerpt, printable stationery, playful envelope labels, sticker sheets, and access to Rachel’s weekly WhatsApp check-ins with new letter prompts and answers to real questions. Plus, a free Parent’s Kit offers gentle guidance and shared activities to keep communication open along the way.

A short story excerpt from Rachel’s Suitcase Meet Rachel — a spunky 12-year-old who made aliyah back when The Bangles were on the radio, jelly shoes ruled the schoolyard, and letters were written by hand. Her story is funny, honest, and full of feeling — the kind of time-traveling friendship your girl didn’t know she needed.

$14

Printable stationery + creative letter prompts Rachel writes (and dances) her way through big feelings — and now the special girl in your life can too. These pages invite her to write to herself, to someone back home, or even back to Rachel. It’s journaling, but more personal. More expressive. More her.

$18

Retro-style envelope labels + sticker sheet Because real letters deserve style. These printable extras include cassette tape doodles, bubble gum wrappers, and envelope labels

$14

Bonus Spotify playlist For packing boxes, staring at the ceiling, or dancing in your pajamas. A mix of 1980s classics and soft landing songs — curated by Rachel, obviously.

Parent’s Kit (PDF) A gentle guide to help moms and daughters stay connected, even when emotions run high. Includes tips, perspective, and a “Dear Mom / Dear Daughter” exchange to spark honest conversation.

$16

Access to Rachel’s WhatsApp Line Every kit comes with a link to Rachel’s WhatsApp space — where she sends: • A new letter-writing prompt every Friday • Personal responses to aliyah-related Qs • Occasional check-ins, playlists, and creative ideas

$28