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Use these black-line masters after a primer to diagnose and remediate Hebrew reading problems for student who have already learned the Hebrew letters and vowels

Presents Jewish history from our earliest ancestors in the Land of Israel to our dispersion in the Diaspora through the Jewish experience in America in the 1880’s. Finally, a Jewish history book through which students can view their own lives and think about their futures! The History of the Jewish People, Volume 1 was developed and written by two esteemed scholars, Jonathan D. Sarna and Jonathan B. Krasner. This dynamic text (for grades 5-7) is a rich presentation of Jewish history from our earliest ancestors in the Land of Israel to our dispersion in the Diaspora through the Jewish experience in America in the 1880’s. Each chapter helps students consider how their lives compare with the lives of our ancestors, how each generation adapts Judaism to its time and place, and how the decisions of previous generations influence our own lives and decisions. The History of the Jewish People, Volume 1 brings these times alive through a dynamic array of famous personalities, diverse source material, clear and concise charts, engaging activities, thought-provoking questions, and exciting graphics, including 16 maps and more than 115 full-color historical and contemporary images.

A sophisticated level of reading readiness instruction - letter recognitionÔø¿andÔø¿a gentle introduction to the vowels!

Teacher guide

A bright and cheerful story full of animals and farmyard fun

Your students already have a basic prayer vocabulary. Now they're ready to build a strong foundation for siddur study with a unique lively combination of prayer materials activities and stories.

Use concepts to teach history stories to teach morality heroes to teach values.

This reissued classic Hebrew primer is organized around the letters that form the six words that start most blessings: Baruch Atah Adonai, Eloheinu Melech ha’olam. Learn the Hebrew letters and the basic building blocks of Jewish prayer at the same time. With a comfortable pace and a focus on blessings, this self-guided primer builds Hebrew skills you can use at home and during holiday celebrations, and in prayer. CONTENTS: All the Hebrew letters and vowels Reading practice on every page Simple exercises to reinforce concepts and vocabulary Common blessings, plus readings for Passover, Hanukkah, and Shabbat  Also available is a free audio companion. Each page of the book is available in a read-aloud format for students to listen and reinforce proper pronunciation

Hineni Express offers the same proven approach to teaching prayer as Hineni 1, 2, and 3—combined here into one easy-to-use volume. Ideal for learning the core prayers of the Friday evening and Shabbat morning services, Hineni Express will help students become familiar and comfortable with the opening prayers, Amidah, Torah service and concluding prayers, as well as blessings and songs for home observance. Hineni Express gives learners the tools to understand each prayer: Prayer texts: Each prayer is included in Hebrew alongside an English translation for easy understanding. (Variations from Reform, Conservative, and Reconstructionist texts are included.Prayer dictionaries: Definitions of key words Roots: Activities that highlight Hebrew roots Prayer in motion: The choreography that accompanies each prayer Questions: Thought-provoking questions that help students find meaning within the texts and connect the prayers to their own lives. Values: Questions and activities that help learners discover the Jewish values at the core of each prayer Whether students are preparing to become a bar or bat mitzvah or are an adult studying Hebrew for the first time, Hineni Express is the ideal guide to fluent understanding and enjoyment of prayer.

In his follow-up to Finding God, Rabbi Sonsino examines contemporary Jewish images of God, as seen in the writings of the most original and creative Jewish thinkers to emerge out of the events and experiences of the twentieth century. This anthology includes the writings and ideas of such thinkers as Martin Buber, Eugene Borowitz, Harold Kushner, Judith Plaskow, and others. Sonsino provides a wonderful introduction to the works and thoughts of these influential scholars.

Jewish living begins at home.Have you ever wondered why Jewish homes have a mezuzah on the doorpost, why 13 is the age of the bar/bat mitzvah, and whether it really matters which Hanukkah candle you light first?Get answers to many of the whys of major Jewish holidays and life-cycle events, and learn the whats and how-tos of Jewish rituals and practices, and the symbolism and historical and cultural roots of those practices. With a simple question-and-answer format, The Jewish Home addresses such topics as:Why we blow a shofar on the Jewish New YearWhat the Exodus has to do with eating matzahWhy brides wear a veilWhat to say to someone in mourningWith his signature warmth and clarity, Rabbi Daniel Syme explains traditional and contemporary practices in this highly readable resource that explores Jewish observance and explains the root of Jewish life.

In simple and moving words this book for the intermediate grades tells the story of the Holocaust.

The response of Jewish philosophy to the intellectual freedom of modern times as articulated in the works of Hirsch Buber Kaplan Heschel Fackenheim Borowitz Herzl and many others.

A favorite primer that teaches decoding through key cultural and modern Hebrew words.This Hebrew primer teaches your students to decode Hebrew fluently. Students learn letters and vowels from key Jewish cultural words (matzah, havdalah, Yisrael, shofar, Moshe) as well as everyday Hebrew words (abba, ima, sabba, savta, mishpahah, shalom).Includes extensive practice for each new letter and vowel as they are introduced.A matching workbook for script writing, and a Companion Reader that adds even more modern Hebrew vocabulary and decoding practice, let you tailor Alef Bet Quest to the needs of your school.

An introduction to the alef bet at the pre-primer level. Pictures from our Jewish heritage illustrate each Hebrew letter.

Beginning Hebrew practice for children

This companion reader and workbook uses 30 of the words learned in Alef Bet Quest and 75 additional modern Hebrew words to give new young Hebrew decoders the experience of reading - and understanding! - modern Hebrew.

Note: This product is printed when you order it. When you include this product your order will take 5-7 additional days to ship. Presents both ethical and ritual mitzvot as well as practical and creative suggestions on how to observe them.

Lead your students on a tour through the most significant milestones in a Jewish life.Ôø¿

Student workbook

Each lesson--40 in all--focuses exclusively on a single letter or vowel colorfully illustrating its sound and form. For example the letter mem¬¿is introduced with¬¿mezuzah; het¬¿with¬¿hallah.

After filling in their passports children will explore Jerusalem shop in the shuk climb Masada inspect cargo in Haifa's port plant a tree in a JNF forest and much more.

Invite your students to explore Jewish values by focusing on their everyday relationships and decision-making.

Workbook for use with¬¿Hineni 3

Paint, perform, and doodle your way through the Jewish holidays!Guide your students through a process of unlocking the meaning of each holiday and its values through artistic projects and concepts. Make a drawing in response to hearing the shofar; create a nature collage for Tu BiShevat; act out the movement of a lulav.Make, Create, Celebrate uses art as a way to help students connect with the underlying values of the holidays in a personal way, free from explaining the how-tos of each holiday.Not an artist? Don't worry about it! These projects are about self-expression and ideas, and therefore, are for everyone. By the time students have compelte the holiday cycle, they will have created a portfolio full of their own work reflecting Jewish values.SPECIAL FEATURES:Gallery Tour: More than 15 beautiful, full-color images of contemporary and historical artworks with accompanying reflection questions.About Art: Explanations of art techniquesGood to Know: Fun facts about the holidaysThink About: Prompts and thoughtful questions that help learners apply their art experiences to the Jewish holidaysArtist Statements: Space for students to write and reflect about their own workPeer Reviews: Opportunities for students to share their work with friends, and give and receive feedback.Video Links: Links to online, original videos by the author, Julie Wohl, that demonstrate activities within the source.