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Chanukah
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Lesson Plan
Why Does a Chanukiya Look Like That?
What makes a chanukiya a chanukiya? What does the choice of material and design teach us about the time and place it was made?
Did you know?
The dreidel was not originally a Jewish custom. The origin of the dreidel is not entirely clear, yet most scholars agree it evolved from an English toy known as a ‘Teetotum’. It may be that the game was first brought to England by Roman soldiers.
Game
Choosing The Emblem of Israel
After establishing the State of Israel and choosing its name, members of the People's Administration needed to choose an emblem.
Activity Page
Chanukah Activity Printable Page
In these printable pages, you can explore some of the symbols and themes of Chanukah.
Lesson Plan
Why Does a Chanukiya Look Like That?
What makes a chanukiya a chanukiya? What does the choice of material and design teach us about the time and place it was made?
Lesson Plan
Discovering the Maccabees - The Heros of Chanukah
How did the Maccabees inspire Jews throughout the ages? What made them role models for the founders of the State of Israel?
Lesson Plan
Chanukah Candle Lighting in the IDF
When might lighting Chanukah candles be challenging? Learn about how IDF soldiers deal with that question.
Video
Teachers Talk - Arch of Titus
Teachers Talk About NLI Primary Sources - Netanel Burstin - Photo of the celebration of the establishment of the State of Israel, Arch of Titus, Rome, 1948.
Game
Choosing The Emblem of Israel
After establishing the State of Israel and choosing its name, members of the People's Administration needed to choose an emblem.
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