Curated OER
Purim, Esther, and Bella Abzug: Wearing Costumes and Choosing Roles
Explore the story of Bella Abzug and her role as a 1940s office worker. Collaborative learners work in groups to tell the biblical story of Esther and add details as each member participates. Comparing and contrasting the roles of Esther...
Curated OER
Purim, Jewish Leaders, And The Roles We Choose
Students participate in the Jewish holiday of Purim. They are concerned with the idea of changing an identity for one day. The focus of this study is upon leadership as the students role play different leaders and make decisions to model...
Curated OER
Costumes, Identity, And Jewish Women's History
Students research and analyze the role of women in our society and question the demands placed on women having to deal with issues concerning appearance, their persona's, costumes, dress as well as the choices they make in the...
Other
Union for Reform Judaism: Jewish Holidays
Explore and learn about the Jewish holidays and their traditions from the point of view of Reform Judaism. Includes a holiday calendar.
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How We Celebrate Purim
A series of articles on the Jewish holiday of Purim. Click on the left side navigation bar to read about the "story of Purim", the "Tzedakeh" and the "Hamantashen."
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Lil' Fingers: Purim Sweets
Young readers and beginning English language learners will enjoy this short animated story about Hamantashen, a favorite sweet baked for Purim.
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The Purim Section
This page provides links to a variety of topics involving Purim. Includes the "mitzvot of Purim" and a description of why Jews wear masks on the holiday.
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Ahavat Israel: Yom Kippur :The Day of Atonement
Defines Yom Kippur. Discusses kaparot, atonement, treatment of food and clothing.