Grades 9-12 Jewish History Yom Ha'atzmaut 1 Students examine Biblical and Talmudical texts that imply that the modern settlement of the Land of Israel and the establishment of the State of Israel were part of a divinely ordained plan to begin the redemption of the Jewish people. A Webquest about Yom Yerushalayim Junior high and high school students take on roles and research the Six Day War. Roles include: historian, philosopher, military commander, reporter and architect. Chaf-Tet beNovember - The Significance of November 29 In this web-enhanced lesson, students explore the significance of November 29th in modern Jewish History. Students examine online resources to examine the events that led to the historic UN decision of November 29, 1947. A Woman's Place: A WebQuest about Jewish Women in Jewish History In the WebQuest, students write biographical pieces on one of thirteen Jewish women, known for their active roles in the history of the Jewish people--whether in the field of education, politics or philanthropy. Shorashim 1 Students research their family history, beginning with the question: "I am Here Now, How Did I Arrive in This Particular Place?" Students interview family members. A Capital Choice In this WebQuest, students help King David pick a new capital city. Students research the history and archaeology of cities in monarchic Israel/Judah. Created by Jay David Sales. Active Learning in the Teaching of History Professor Nechama Leibowitz outlines her active learning methodology and presents five Jewish history lessons for middle and high school. Note: these lessons do not include step-by-step procedures. Ezra and the Vanishing Jews: A Webquest about Jewish Integration and Assimilation Approximately 20 years after the Persian king Koresh (Cyrus) issued his proclamation permitting the Jews to return to Israel and rebuild their Temple, Ezra HaSofer led a group of approximately 1,500 Jews back from Bavel to their homeland. Upon his arrival, Ezra was disappointed to find a Jewish community that was heavily intermarried and assimilated. He set about to remedy the situation by introducing far-reaching changes aimed at preserving the Jewish people’s unique identity. Similar problems confront the Jewish community today. Assimilation and intermarriage rates are at all-time highs. Much of our greater community is threatened with complete assimilation. This webquest will explore many of the underlying challenges facing each of the primary Jewish groups today, and attempt to find ways to address this central problem affecting our entire nation. Have you written or seen a WebQuest or lesson plan that's at least as good as these? Fill out the short submission form and we'll look it over! Return to the Lookstein Lesson Plans page.