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16-18 YEAR OLDS

14-15 YEAR OLDS

11-13 YEAR OLDS

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16-18 YEAR OLDS

14-15 YEAR OLDS

11-13 YEAR OLDS

6-8 YEAR OLDS

This series of engaging lessons introduces 6-8 year olds to American Jewish history and culture by exploring significant landmarks, vibrant festivals, inspiring figures, creative expression, and thoughtful discussions. Each lesson is designed to support key learning goals for this age, including critical thinking, historical understanding, creativity, and social-emotional awareness.

By exploring themes like heritage, achievement, community, diverse contributions, and the importance of kindness, children will connect with cultural values and historical narratives in an interactive and meaningful way. These activities help lay the foundation for deeper curiosity, empathy, and an appreciation for American Jewish experiences.

Progress

- Exploring significant Jewish American landmarks. Question: “What would your landmark look like? What would it teach people about Jewish American history?”
- Introducing Jewish festivals. Question: “Which festival would you like to celebrate? Why?”
- Exploring Jewish American literature. Question: “What Jewish value would you write about in a poem?”
- Learning about words and expressions from Jewish culture. Question: “Which word do you think is the most important, and why?”
- Highlighting Jewish American inventors. Question: “If you could invent something, what would it be?”
- Learning about Jewish music and instruments. Question: “What kind of music do you think your instrument would play?”
- Learning about Jewish American athletes. Question: “What sport would you want to play if you were an athlete?”
- Understanding Jewish American communities across the country. Question: “What do you think life is like in a Jewish American community?”
- Recognizing Jewish American heroes. Question: “What makes a person a hero to you?”
- Promoting tolerance and kindness in the face of hate. Question: “What are some ways you can spread kindness in your community?”

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