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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Palestinians

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Palestinians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Culture of Palestine, West Bank, and Gaza Strip

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Palestine, the West Bank, and the Gaza Strip. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life,...
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Other

Awesome Library: Middle East Conflict Why?

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a site that gives tons of information about the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Includes the views of both the Israelis and the Palestinians in a very balanced way.
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Other

Jewish News: Gorbachev, Shamir Mark Decade of Soviet Aliyah

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides insight into religious persecution in the former Soviet Union and Gorbachev's efforts to curb intolerance.
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Palestine

For Students 9th - 10th
Great reference guide that takes you on a virtual trip to the Middle East nation of Palestine. Background overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, tourism, economy, and government. There are...
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Bible.org

Bible.org: An Argument of the Book of Nahum

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a commentary on the Book of the prophet Nahum from the Hebrew Scriptures. Cites scripture passages throughout the passage for easy referencing.
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Bible.org

Bible.org: Nahum

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an excellent detailed review of the Book of the prophet Nahum from the Hebrew Scriptures. Discusses the date and place this passage refers to, interpretations of the book, and much more.
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Bible.org

O.t. Book Studies: Introduction to the Book of Habukkuk

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Old Testament Book Studies is a very useful overview of the contents of the Book of the prophet Habukkuk from the Hebrew Scriptures.
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Bible.org

O.t. Book Studies: Argument of the Book of Habakkuk

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Old Testament Book Studies is a commentary on the Book of the prophet Habakkuk from the Hebrew Scriptures.
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: Israel Development Timeline

For Students 9th - 10th
This timeline shows the development of Israel throughout the 20th century to the present. Follow Israel from the British control of the region in 1917, to its founding in 1948, to events immediately following September 11.
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Google Cultural Institute

Google Cultural Institute: Yitzhak Rabin: A Life of Public Service

For Students 9th - 10th
This visual website from Google Cultural Institute shares background information a short video, and photos about the late Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin.
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BBC

Bbc: Ariel Sharon

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed biography from BBC of Sharon's career that reveals the many sides of this controversial figure.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Lebanon

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC discusses the country of Lebanon which is at the center of much of the conflict in the Middle East. Gives an overview of its history, talks about its leadership, provides a timeline of key events, and links to other key stories.
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American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: Mezuzah

For Students 9th - 10th
The mezuzah can be found on the doorposts of many Jewish homes. This small case is a constant reminder of God's presence and God's commandments. Read about its other significance in this article.
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American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: The Golan Heights

For Students 9th - 10th
Information on the Golan Heights includes: an overview of the geography, geology, maps, statistics, and history. Also, a section on the Golan Heights Law of December 14, 1981 is included. Please know that some statistical information may...
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Primary
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: Law of Return Passed in 1950

For Students 9th - 10th
The text of Israeli law encouraging Jewish immigration to Israel.
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Primary
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: Oslo Peace Accords: Declaration of Principles

For Students 9th - 10th
An online text of the 1993 Oslo Peace Accords between Israel and the Palestinians. This was the beginning of the recent attempts of peace between the two groups.
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Primary
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: u.s. Position on Palestine

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Jewish Virtual Library provides the text of a statement made by Herschel V. Johnson, United States, The Deputy Representative to the United Nations, announces the United States' support of partitioning Palestine but...
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Primary
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: General Assembly Resolution 181

For Students 9th - 10th
The text of the United Nations resolution to partition Palestine, making an Arab state, a Jewish state, and an international Jerusalem.
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American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: u.s. Proposes u.n. Trusteeship of Palestine

For Students 9th - 10th
President Truman explains the United States' position and recommendations on the issue of Palestine once the British mandate was to end.
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American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: Nechama Leibowitz

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is provided for by the Jewish Virtual Library. Leibowitz (1905-1997 CE) was a professor at Tel Aviv University known for her love of the Bible, and her thought provoking questions when teaching her students.
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American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: American Position on Partition

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Jewish Virtual Library describes the evidence of America's support of plans to partition Palestine and discusses why some Americans opposed the idea.
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American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: Ariel Sharon

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of Sharon that highlights his military career and numerous posts he has held in his political career. Site provides hyperlinks to related information such as the 1967 Six-Day War, the Haganah, Sinai Campaign, and more.
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American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: Jewish Population of Israel as Percentage of World Jewish Population

For Students 9th - 10th
The Central Bureau of Statistics presents a chart from 1882-2000 of the Jewish Population in Israel and across the world.