Teaching About Jewish Holidays
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Teaching About Jewish Holidays


Lesson Summary:

Part of a larger unit on “Judaism and Jewish History,” this lesson focuses on the significance of 8 Jewish holidays to reinforce student understanding and the ways in which each is observed.


Be Inspired:The ideas included are offered as starting points as you and your students explore, discover and live the lessons. Be sure to elicit and encourage student and parent participation, consistently reinforcing the value being addressed. Allow lessons to authentically develop and change based on engagement and interests.


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The Institute for Curriculum Services (ICS)is an independently funded national initiative of the San Francisco-based Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and the Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA). ICS is dedicated to promoting accurate instructional materials about Jews, Judaism, and Israel. 

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