This is a self-directed project in which students create a timeline of the development of Torah Sheh Ba'al Peh.
Researching the Development of Torah She Be’al Peh (Project)
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Birkat Hamazon – Lesson 12
This lesson contains a review test for assessment purposes.
Birkat HaMazon – Lesson 11
In this lesson students will explore Birkat HaMazon in the context of Jewish ritual and law by studying the Kitzur Shulhan Arukh (in Hebrew or in English). Students will learn about the laws and customs of this liturgy and compare customs from different Jewish...
Birkat HaMazon – Lesson 10
In this lesson, Birkat Hamazon will be used as a springboard to other Jewish texts. Students will study and analyze the biblical sources found in Birkat Hamazon.
Birkat HaMazon – Lesson 9
In this lesson, students will explore different approaches towards mitzvot and apply them to Birkat HaMazon. The concept, role, and purpose of the mitzvot will be examined.
Achan takes the spoils of Jericho, Part 3
Students study Sefer Yehoshua 7:6-9 in greater detail.
Achan takes the spoils of Jericho, Part 2
Students study Sefer Yehoshua 7:1-5 in greater detail
Social Action and Responsibility: Lesson 6
Students review basic terms (chesed and tzedakah) and are given their final assignment—-to research and produce a written or video advertisement for their favorite tikkun olam cause.
Social Action and Responsibility: Lesson 5
Social Action and Responsibility: Lesson 4
This lesson connects the concept of tzedakah to our obligation to help eradicate poverty and injustice around the world.