9-10 YEAR OLDS
Month Reflection

Reflecting on what has been learned and think about how to apply these lessons in daily life.

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Instructions

Activity 1: Jewish American Reflection Journal

  • Ask students to write in a journal about the most interesting thing they learned during Jewish American History Month. How has it shaped their view of Jewish culture and American history?

Activity 2: Take Action for Tolerance

  • Encourage students to brainstorm ways they can promote respect, inclusion, and understanding in their school or community.

  • Students will design a "Respect and Tolerance" poster and hang it up in the classroom or school hallway.

Materials

Paper, cardboard, or clay

Markers

Stickers/embellishments

Glue

    • What role have Jewish Americans played in shaping U.S. history and society?

    • How has Jewish immigration to the United States influenced American culture, politics, and identity?

    • What were the challenges Jewish immigrants faced when they arrived in America, and how did they overcome them?

    • In what ways has the Jewish experience in America intersected with other immigrant communities’ experiences?

    • How has antisemitism manifested in American history, and what actions have Jewish Americans taken to combat it?

    • What were some of the significant legal and social milestones that improved the rights of Jewish Americans?

    • How did Jewish American communities maintain their traditions, language, and cultural practices while adapting to American society?

    • What contributions have Jewish Americans made to the arts, music, and literature in the U.S.?

    • How have Jewish American political leaders influenced U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding the Middle East?

    • What Jewish American inventions, innovations, or discoveries have had a lasting impact on American society?

    • How has Jewish American music, such as klezmer or Broadway contributions, influenced mainstream American culture?

    • What Jewish American films or TV shows have helped shape the perception of Jewish culture in the United States?

    • How does the Jewish American experience inform the broader conversation about American identity and multiculturalism?

    • What does Jewish American History Month teach us about the importance of recognizing diverse American histories?

    • How have Jewish American families balanced preserving Jewish traditions while becoming a part of American society?

    • What are some modern challenges facing Jewish American communities today?

    • In what ways do Jewish American organizations support social justice, and how can these efforts be connected to the broader civil rights movement?

    • What does being Jewish American mean to you personally or within your family context?

    • How can Jewish American history be celebrated and honored in your own life or community?

    • What stories, events, or figures from Jewish American history inspire you the most? Why?

    • How can the lessons from Jewish American history help address contemporary issues like intolerance, discrimination, and injustice?

    • What are some ways you can contribute to fostering understanding and empathy between Jewish Americans and other communities in your environment?

  • Add a short summary or a list of helpful resources here.