Yom Ha'atzmaut
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Jerusalem During the War of Independence
Explore these color photographs from 1948, offering a glimpse into life in Jerusalem when the city was cut off from the rest of the country during the War of Independence
Did you know?
“The Parade That Didn’t March” is what the headlines of the Maariv wrote the day after the first Yom Ha'atzmaut. Why? Because there were too many people and things were so disorganized that no one could march. Don't worry! A month later they held a smaller more organized parade. And slowly but surely, year after year, Israel’s Independence Day has developed into the national celebration we know today.
Teaching Kit
Chana Senesh Time Capsule
Take a journey through the works and life of Chana Senesh, Jewish soldier and poet
Teaching Kit
Golda Meir Time Capsule
Get a glimpse into Golda Meir’s life and her role as the prime minister of Israel in turbulent times
Teaching Kit
Henrietta Szold Time Capsule
Learn about Henrietta Szold, a founder of Hadassah, as a model for sparking change in the world
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
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Decorations
Tu Bishvat Photos and Posters
Decorate your classroom with the Tu Bishvat posters and photos from the NLI collections! Every item has a QR code so that you can scan and read more about it.
Lesson Plan
Analyzing Primary Sources 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.
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.
Lesson Plan
Exploring Israeli Culture
Practice the skill of zooming in and out and take a closer look at Israel’s cultural life.
Video
Between Yom Hashoah and Yom Hazikaron
This on-demand webinar explores the centrality of rituals in Israeli culture and discusses new initiatives for commemoration.
Video
Evolution of Election Posters
Watch how Israeli politics evolved visually throughout history, as we look through different parties and their election materials.
Video
Israel from the Air, 1938
Watch rare footage taken by pioneer Zionist pilots in pre-state Israel. View the Land of Israel on an aerial tour as you have never seen it before.
Game
El Al Poster of Israel Puzzle
This puzzle features an El-Al poster with a map of Israel. Do you recognize any of the places on the map?
Video
Maps of Jerusalem
Gil Hovav presents three unique maps of Jerusalem, that depict the city from an unusual point of view.
Video
Hatikva - Learn More About the Israel Anthem
Watch this video to learn more interesting facts about the Israeli anthem.
Printable Activity
Israel Printable Activity
Discover some interesting items depicting different aspects of Israel through cartoons, posters, and even a recipe booklet for times of emergency
Lesson Plan
Israel Now and Then
Compare historical and recent photographs to discuss the changes that have taken place in Israel over the last 150 years.
Blog
First Woman to Sign Israel’s Declaration of Independence
Rachel Cohen-Kagan was one of the most prominent activists for the advancement of women's rights in the young State of Israel. Her efforts led to her being among the signatories of the Declaration of Independence
Video
The Balfour Declaration
Learn more about the drafting of the Balfour Declaration, in which the British government expresses its support for the Zionist enterprise.
Lesson Plan
Israel Independence Day Posters
Go back in history and take a look at some of the posters that were created in the early years of the State of Israel.
Blog
Israel National Emblem: How was It Chosen?
It was a close competition between artists to see who would receive the honor of designing the National Emblem
Lesson Plan
Chanukah and Israel’s Emblem
How did the menorah from the temple end up on Israel's emblem, and how is that connected to Chanukah?
Video
The First Independence Day in Jerusalem
Music and singing by the Israeli People's Symphony Orchestra and the Israel National Opera Choir.
Printable Activity
Hebrew Dominos
Match Hebrew words with their correct English translations, paying attention to tricky aspects of the language — such as homophones and homographs.
Blog
Jerusalem During the War of Independence
Explore these color photographs from 1948, offering a glimpse into life in Jerusalem when the city was cut off from the rest of the country during the War of Independence
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Lesson Plan
Picturing Your Israel
Explore Israel’s history and culture through primary sources, creating a visual story, and reflecting on your personal connection to Israel. This activity was created in partnership with The iCenter
Partner Resources
Yamim Resources
Discover engaging resources for the Yamim with Unpacked for Educators!
Teaching Kit
Rut Dayan Time Capsule
Learn about Ruth Dayan, Israeli social activist, as an example of how creativity and passion can bring different people together
Teaching Kit
Chana Senesh Time Capsule
Take a journey through the works and life of Chana Senesh, Jewish soldier and poet
Teaching Kit
Golda Meir Time Capsule
Get a glimpse into Golda Meir’s life and her role as the prime minister of Israel in turbulent times
Teaching Kit
Henrietta Szold Time Capsule
Learn about Henrietta Szold, a founder of Hadassah, as a model for sparking change in the world
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
Decorations
Tu Bishvat Photos and Posters
Decorate your classroom with the Tu Bishvat posters and photos from the NLI collections! Every item has a QR code so that you can scan and read more about it.
Lesson Plan
Analyzing Primary Sources 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.
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.
Lesson Plan
Exploring Israeli Culture
Practice the skill of zooming in and out and take a closer look at Israel’s cultural life.
Video
Between Yom Hashoah and Yom Hazikaron
This on-demand webinar explores the centrality of rituals in Israeli culture and discusses new initiatives for commemoration.
Video
Evolution of Election Posters
Watch how Israeli politics evolved visually throughout history, as we look through different parties and their election materials.
Video
Israel from the Air, 1938
Watch rare footage taken by pioneer Zionist pilots in pre-state Israel. View the Land of Israel on an aerial tour as you have never seen it before.
Game
El Al Poster of Israel Puzzle
This puzzle features an El-Al poster with a map of Israel. Do you recognize any of the places on the map?
Video
Maps of Jerusalem
Gil Hovav presents three unique maps of Jerusalem, that depict the city from an unusual point of view.
Video
Hatikva - Learn More About the Israel Anthem
Watch this video to learn more interesting facts about the Israeli anthem.
Printable Activity
Israel Printable Activity
Discover some interesting items depicting different aspects of Israel through cartoons, posters, and even a recipe booklet for times of emergency
Lesson Plan
Israel Now and Then
Compare historical and recent photographs to discuss the changes that have taken place in Israel over the last 150 years.
Blog
First Woman to Sign Israel’s Declaration of Independence
Rachel Cohen-Kagan was one of the most prominent activists for the advancement of women's rights in the young State of Israel. Her efforts led to her being among the signatories of the Declaration of Independence
Video
The Balfour Declaration
Learn more about the drafting of the Balfour Declaration, in which the British government expresses its support for the Zionist enterprise.
Lesson Plan
Israel Independence Day Posters
Go back in history and take a look at some of the posters that were created in the early years of the State of Israel.
Blog
Israel National Emblem: How was It Chosen?
It was a close competition between artists to see who would receive the honor of designing the National Emblem
Lesson Plan
Chanukah and Israel’s Emblem
How did the menorah from the temple end up on Israel's emblem, and how is that connected to Chanukah?
Video
The First Independence Day in Jerusalem
Music and singing by the Israeli People's Symphony Orchestra and the Israel National Opera Choir.