Jewish Text | THE REFUSENIK PROJECT

Historical look at the Situation for Soviet Jews 1940s-1960s

by | Jun 10, 2018

A Historical Look at the Situation for Soviet Jews 1940s-1960s  AGE GROUP Middle school – High school  Learning Objectives Students will understand and be able to discuss the severe conditions of Soviet Jews under Stalin, Khrushchev, and...

Music & Social Impact

by | Jun 7, 2018

Music & Social Impact  Introduction Songs can provide entertainment but can also help to bring people’s attention to world problems and to inspire people to seek solutions to those problems. Songwriters often use the lyrics of songs to educate, inspire,...

Jewish Identity

by | Jun 7, 2018

Jewish Identity Introduction In this lesson, students will explore Jewish texts that deal with questions of identity and belonging. They will then create identity cubes, using symbols and/or imagery that represent various parts of their identities. These cubes will,...

Text Study on Jewish Activism

by Chana German | Jun 3, 2018

Text Study on Jewish Activism  Introduction In this lesson, students will read key Jewish sources on political activism and will analyze the role of activism as a core Jewish value.  Objectives Students will: Summarize the foundational ideas behind activism in the...