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Look through our extensive catalog of primary sources about Chanukah, where you will find background information and teaching suggestions curated specially for educators.
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Celebration in Times of Crisis
Reflect on how the circumstances might affect our ability to celebrate, both on a practical and spiritual level. Using the Chanukiah as a case study, we will discuss what values we are celebrating on Chanukah, and explore the rules regarding lighting Chanukah candles in times of danger.
Blog
Chanukah Songs From Around the Globe
Listen to the recordings of Chanukah songs from all over the world and learn more about different Jewish communities!
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.
Printable Activity
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.
Source Sheet
Celebration in Times of Crisis
Reflect on how the circumstances might affect our ability to celebrate, both on a practical and spiritual level. Using the Chanukiah as a case study, we will discuss what values we are celebrating on Chanukah, and explore the rules regarding lighting Chanukah candles in times of danger.
Blog
Chanukah Songs From Around the Globe
Listen to the recordings of Chanukah songs from all over the world and learn more about different Jewish communities!
Blog
The Origin of the Dreidel
On Chanukah Jewish kids all over the world play with dreidels. We invite you to discover the origin of the famous Chanukah game.
Printable Activity
Dreidel (Sevivon) Craft
Create your own unique dreidel with the custom-made NLI illustrations by the artist Einav Vaisman.
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!
Printable Activity
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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