Explore texts and primary sources that highlight the idea of support and solidarity between Jewish people around the world in different times in history.
Age:
12-18
Time:
45 min
Video
Why is there a Jerusalem Menorah on the Arch of Titus?
On May 14th,1948, a big crowd of Jews gathered near the Arch of Titus in Rome to celebrate the foundation of the State of Israel. But why there? Let's figure it out in our new video!
Age:
12-18
Time:
1.5 min
Decorations
Independence Day Flags
Print beautiful flags with the Yom Ha'atzmaut posters from the National Library of Israel's collections to decorate your classroom
Age:
Time:
Lesson Plan
Thinking Like a Historian
Focus on primary sources and their value since they are immediate, firsthand accounts of a topic or event from people who had a direct connection with it.
Age:
All
Time:
45 min.
Lesson Plan
Land of Milk and Honey
Explore Israel’s agriculture and advertising campaigns that encouraged Israelis to buy certain foods in different time periods.
Age:
12-18
Time:
60 min
Lesson Plan
Uncovering the Personal Behind the Historical
Take a closer look at some of the individuals who were involved in the grand historical events that shaped the State of Israel.
Age:
12-18
Time:
60 min.
Lesson Plan
It's All About Framing!
Practice the skill of zooming in and out and take a closer look at Israel’s cultural life.
Age:
All
Time:
60 min.
Lesson Plan
Traditions That Ring a Bell
Get a chance to hear recordings from Jewish holiday and life cycle events across time and place.
Age:
6-12
Time:
30 min.
Lesson Plan
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
Learn how to recognize tools used by designers to influence the viewers.
Age:
12-18
Time:
60 min.
Video
Hatikva - Learn More About the Israel Anthem
Watch this video to learn more interesting facts about the Israeli anthem.
Age:
All
Time:
4 min.
Printable Activity
Israel
Discover some interesting items depicting different aspects of Israel through cartoons, posters, and even a recipe booklet for times of emergency
Age:
6-12
Time:
30 min.
Printable Activity
Jerusalem
Explore Jerusalem through maps from different historical periods that were created by cartographers around the world
Age:
6-12
Time:
30 min.
Webinar for Educators on the Curate & Create Program