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Curated OER

Discovering What Makes Up Culture

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders examine images of other cultures and express what they see that identifies those cultures. They discuss the components of the Jewish culture before listening to Miriam Nerlove Albert's, Shabbat. They write questions about...
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Torah Tots: Yom Kippur

For Students 9th - 10th
Great site! Discusses kapporot, food, and prayer. Also discusses Yom Kippur as Shabbat. Detailed description of the service and clothing.
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Basic Judaism: Jewish Holy Days

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides a great description of the various Jewish holy days. Read about the various holy days, when they occur every year, what the purpose of each of the holy days is, and how these special days are celebrated.
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Judaism 101

Judaism 101: Shabbat

For Students 9th - 10th
Great site. Discusses Shabbat as the most important holiday. Describes Jews' activities on Shabbat and provides Biblical excerpts about the Sabbath. Also lists forbidden activities.
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Akhlah: Shabbat

For Students 3rd - 5th
Learn about the holiest day in the Jewish week. Features include an explanation of shabbat and coloring pages for children.
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How We Celebrate Shabbat: The Sabbath

For Students 9th - 10th
A series of four articles on the Jewish practice of Shabbat. Click on the left side navigation bar to read about Shabbat activities, blessings, cooking and traditions.
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Jewish Federations of North America

Jewish Federations of North America: Shabbat at Home

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn how people in the Jewish community observe in their homes the special day of rest known as Shabbat and what its unique traditions are.
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Ahavat Israel: Yom Kippur :The Day of Atonement

For Students 9th - 10th
Defines Yom Kippur. Discusses kaparot, atonement, treatment of food and clothing.
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Chabad.org: Chanukah

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource offers information on Chanukah (Hanukkah). Read the tales of light, the story of Chanukah, explore a complete "how-to" guide on Chanukah, play games, and more!
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Judaism, an Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Judaism is a monotheistic religion that emerged with the Israelites in the Eastern Mediterranean. This short introductory article discusses the history of Judaism, its sacred texts, and Jewish law.