This lesson focuses on the Jewish obligation to reach out to help those who are less fortunate.
This lesson focuses on the Jewish obligation to reach out to help those who are less fortunate.
Students are introduced to the the concept of "Tikkun Olam" and study several Jewish sources. They arrive at a working definition of the term chesed.
This discussion guide explores the Jewish approach to repentance, drawing on Rambam’s Hilchot Teshuvah (Laws of Repentance). Included are hands-on activities for younger and older students that deal with guilt and apology.
The story of Chanukah includes the victory of the Maccabees against the Greek armies, and the oil in the menorah burning eight days instead of one. We usually call these event “miracles”. But what are miracles? In this lesson, we will explore the Jewish perspective on...
A quest to recreate Pesach by learning about its history, laws, customs and practical applications. For the Webquest, click here.
In this Webquest students research Megillat Esther and Ancient Persia in order to plan and hold a dinner party for the heroes and villains of the Purim story. For the Webquest, click here.
In this online scavenger hunt, students learn about Tu B'Shvat. Online scavenger hunts are inquiry-oriented activities in which students access information from the Internet. Students search a list of prepared websites to answer a number of questions on a topic. You...
In this online scavenger hunt, students learn about the Chanukah story and customs. Online scavenger hunts are inquiry-oriented activities in which students access information from the Internet. Students search a list of prepared websites to answer a number of...
A quest to make a children's Machzor for Rosh Hashana, concentrating on Teshuva, Tefilla and Tzedaka. For the Webquest, click here.
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.