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Teachers- Holocaust Museum Houston - Holocaust Museum Houston
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K to 12
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The Holocaust Museum Houston's Educators page provides a comprehensive collection of resources tailored for teachers at both elementary and secondary levels. It offers specialized lesson...more
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The Holocaust Museum Houston's Educators page provides a comprehensive collection of resources tailored for teachers at both elementary and secondary levels. It offers specialized lesson plans, classroom activities, and professional development opportunities to enhance Holocaust education. These materials are designed to support educators in delivering accurate and engaging content about the Holocaust, fostering critical thinking and empathy among students. Additionally, the museum provides contact information and avenues for further assistance, ensuring educators can access the support they need. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): critical thinking (183), ebooks (49), empathy (69), holocaust (42), immigrants (50), immigration (85), jews (63), professional development (322), religions (119)
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Using the museum's digital artifact collection, students can select an item (for example, a diary, identification card, or photograph) and analyze its significance. Then they can write a short reflection or narrative from the perspective of the artifact's owner. Students can examine examples of Nazi propaganda versus resistance writings (e.g., underground newspapers, speeches, or poems). They then create their counter-propaganda messages promoting human rights and resilience. Students research a current human rights issue and compare it to lessons learned from the Holocaust. They then design a "Take Action" campaign, including posters, social media posts, or letters advocating for change. Posters and social media templates can be found on Canva Edu, reviewed here.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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PBS's Timbuktu | Religion & Ethics Newsweekly - PBS's Timbuktu | Religion & Ethics Newsweekly
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3 to 12
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PBS's Timbuktu | Religion & Ethics Newsweekly is a six-minute video featuring what appears to be an ancient manuscript found in Timbuktu. It highlights the city's history and the Islamic...more
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PBS's Timbuktu | Religion & Ethics Newsweekly is a six-minute video featuring what appears to be an ancient manuscript found in Timbuktu. It highlights the city's history and the Islamic religion. Share the video via Google Classroom or from the provided link. Teachers can also build a lesson with the video. The video aligns with the New York State Core Curriculum.
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Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post their questions after viewing the video. Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here for note taking while watching the video. Finally, students can use Google My Maps, reviewed here to virtually visit the area featured in the video.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Sundiata, Lion King of Mali - Sundiata, Lion King of Mali
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6 to 8
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Sundiata, Lion King of Mali is a Reader's Theatre script for middle school students. Sundiata was the prince and founder of the Mali Empire. The play focuses on life before ...more
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Sundiata, Lion King of Mali is a Reader's Theatre script for middle school students. Sundiata was the prince and founder of the Mali Empire. The play focuses on life before he was born and continues throughout his adult life.
tag(s): africa (163)
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Students can reenact the play and create props to use during the reenactment. Students can use Sutori, reviewed here to create a timeline of Sundiata's life and accomplishments. Finally, students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post questions about Sundiata and the Mali Empire.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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9 Jewish American Heritage Month Activities for Children - Britt Hawthorne
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K to 8
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Britt Hawthorne's blog post on Jewish American Heritage Month activities provides teachers with engaging ways to celebrate Jewish contributions to U.S. history in the classroom. The...more
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Britt Hawthorne's blog post on Jewish American Heritage Month activities provides teachers with engaging ways to celebrate Jewish contributions to U.S. history in the classroom. The site includes book recommendations, discussion prompts, hands-on crafts, and interactive activities suitable for elementary and middle school students. Educators can use these resources to foster inclusivity, cultural appreciation, and meaningful conversations about Jewish identity and history. The activities are adaptable across subjects and promote critical thinking, making them a valuable addition to classroom celebrations during Jewish American Heritage Month.
tag(s): blogs (82), crafts (110), cross cultural understanding (177), cultures (290), identity (42), immigrants (50), immigration (85), jews (63), religions (119)
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Reach out to local community centers or synagogues in nearby cities to inquire about any planned events or programs in honor of Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM). Have students read books and movies that highlight Jewish American experiences. They can present their thoughts through a podcast using Adobe Podcast reviewed here or a slide presentation using Google Slides, reviewed here. Introduce students to Tikkun Olam (the Jewish concept of repairing the world). As a class, brainstorm and complete a community service project, such as writing letters to elders, organizing a classroom donation drive, or creating kindness posters for the school.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Jews & the Arts:10 Innovators - PBS
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6 to 12
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The PBS article "Jews & The Arts: 10 Innovators" introduces students to ten influential Jewish-American artists who have significantly impacted various creative fields. The resource...more
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The PBS article "Jews & The Arts: 10 Innovators" introduces students to ten influential Jewish-American artists who have significantly impacted various creative fields. The resource provides brief biographies of figures such as lyricist E.Y. "Yip" Harburg, feminist artist Judy Chicago, and graphic designer Milton Glaser, highlighting their contributions to music, visual arts, and design. This compilation serves as a valuable tool for educators aiming to explore Jewish Americans' diverse cultural and artistic contributions in their curriculum.
tag(s): artists (101), composers (22), cultures (290), famous people (40), immigrants (50), jews (63), religions (119)
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Students can create posters or digital slides using Canva Edu, reviewed here showcasing an artist's biography, artwork, and impact. Display the projects around the classroom, and have students walk around the room in small groups to learn from each other. Students select one artist from the list, research their life and work, and present their findings to the class. They can use multimedia, such as images of the artist's work or short video clips with Vmaker, reviewed here to make their presentation more engaging. After learning about one of the artists, students can create their own piece of artwork, whether it's visual, musical, or a poem, inspired by the themes or styles of the artist they researched. They can present their work to the class and explain the influences they drew upon.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Inca Empire for Kids: Myths, Legends, and Stories - Mr. Donn
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3 to 12
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Inca Empire for Kids: Myths, Legends, and Stories highlights how studying myths, legends, and stories tells the story of the civilization. Featured are links to the Incan creation...more
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Inca Empire for Kids: Myths, Legends, and Stories highlights how studying myths, legends, and stories tells the story of the civilization. Featured are links to the Incan creation myth video, the llama legend, the myth of Mano Capac, the myth of the Rod of Gold, and more.
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Students can use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast myths from the Inca civilization to others. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to display what they learned about the Incan civilization after reading one of the myths. Finally, students can use Free Screen Recorder Online reviewed here to re-create a myth and share it on their screen or by recording themselves.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Inca Science, Innovation, and Technology - History's Histories
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5 to 9
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View this in-depth look at how the Inca civilization thrived through practical innovation. The site explores topics such as the role of llamas in daily life, strategies used to unite...more
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View this in-depth look at how the Inca civilization thrived through practical innovation. The site explores topics such as the role of llamas in daily life, strategies used to unite newly conquered tribes, the purpose and design of Incan roads, and how messengers navigated the empire. The site also covers the empire's defense systems, the way Incan architecture blended with the landscape, and how they communicated without a written language. Rich in content, the site includes photos, videos, and maps to enhance student understanding.
tag(s): architecture (83), south america (80)
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Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post information that they learned. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to visit the location. Finally, students can use Book Creator reviewed here to create a book about the Incan civilization.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ghosts of Machu Picchu 2 - PBS Nova
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5 to 12
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Ghosts of Machu Picchu is a free site that explores careers related to Machu Picchu. The site offers a video on the Ghost of Machu Picchu, an interview on the ...more
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Ghosts of Machu Picchu is a free site that explores careers related to Machu Picchu. The site offers a video on the Ghost of Machu Picchu, an interview on the Incas' ice mummies, a profile of a climate expert, and a lesson on ice mummies. The lesson is divided into grades 5-8 and 9-12, with an extension activity on falling on the leaning tower.
tag(s): climate (95), south america (80)
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Students can research more about the ice mummies and how the climate affected their melting. Students can use MyLens reviewed here to document key moments/important milestones in the history of ice mummies. Finally, students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to virtually visit the location.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Peru's Machu Picchu - Ministry of Culture
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6 to 12
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Peru's Machu Picchu site offers a virtual tour of Museo de Sitio and a link to Machu Picchu viewed through the eyes of Fernando Astete. The site can be translated ...more
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Peru's Machu Picchu site offers a virtual tour of Museo de Sitio and a link to Machu Picchu viewed through the eyes of Fernando Astete. The site can be translated into Spanish and French.
tag(s): cultures (290), south america (80)
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Students can go on the virtual tour to view the museum and use Padlet reviewed here to describe the art that was seen. Students can use WordClouds reviewed here to create a word cloud of features that they notice in the artwork.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Machu Picchu: Unveiling the Mystery of the Inca - Carol P. Merriman
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6 to 12
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Discover an entire unit in which students will gain knowledge of the geography of South America, how mountains affect climate, plant and animal ecology and the daily life of humans...more
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Discover an entire unit in which students will gain knowledge of the geography of South America, how mountains affect climate, plant and animal ecology and the daily life of humans living in the region, the history of the Incas, the economy and social life of the Inca Empire, the impact of the Spanish Conquest on the Andean people, the archaeological site of Machu Picchu, and more. The lesson plans themselves consist of materials needed, an overview, an introduction, procedures including inquiry questions, discussion, assessment, and homework. A teacher and student guide are included as well as additional resources, word match, and glossary. The unit aligns to the Connecticut Social Studies Framework.
tag(s): cultures (290), south america (80)
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Students can complete the ready-to-go lessons that are included in the unit. Students can demonstrate what they have learned by creating a short explainer video using Adobe Express Video Maker reviewed here. Students can visit the area using Google My Maps reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Inca Exhibition - Google Arts & Culture
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6 to 12
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The Google Arts & Culture "Inca Exhibition" offers an interactive, visually rich exploration of the Inca civilization, ideal for students in upper elementary through high school. Through...more
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The Google Arts & Culture "Inca Exhibition" offers an interactive, visually rich exploration of the Inca civilization, ideal for students in upper elementary through high school. Through curated images, artifacts, and concise text, the exhibition covers key aspects of Inca life, including architecture, engineering, religion, and societal structure. Students can virtually explore items like Inca textiles, tools, and ruins, making it a powerful tool for visual and inquiry-based learning.
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Students can use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast Incan art to other civilizations' art. Students can virtually visit other museums that host Incan art. Finally, research the famous people who are featured in the artwork. Students can create a project showing what they have learned using a tool such as Telegra.ph reviewed here, which allows you to create quick blog posts (with no log-in necessary).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ancient Africa - Coolaboo
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3 to 12
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View these resources related to Ancient Africa and the Kingdom of Kush. Find art, civilizations, daily life, people, geography, culture, government, and war. Under each topic are many...more
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View these resources related to Ancient Africa and the Kingdom of Kush. Find art, civilizations, daily life, people, geography, culture, government, and war. Under each topic are many resource links. The resource links include a Q&A or questions and answers at the very bottom.
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tag(s): africa (163)
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Students can compare and contrast the artworks using Figma reviewed here. Students can also create a Book Creator book reviewed here sharing the different people from Ancient Africia. Books can be created independently, or small groups could collaborate.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Social Studies for Kids: The Ancient Kingdom of Kush - David White
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3 to 8
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Share this site with your students that offers a clear overview of the Kingdom of Kush, highlighting its emergence as a significant civilization in the Nile River Valley. It discusses...more
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Share this site with your students that offers a clear overview of the Kingdom of Kush, highlighting its emergence as a significant civilization in the Nile River Valley. It discusses Kush's expansion over regions of present-day Sudan and its period of ruling Egypt for over a century. The resource is suitable for middle-grade students, offering an accessible introduction to the history and influence of Kush in ancient Africa.
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Students can compare and contrast the achievements of the Kingdom of Kush to those of another kingdom around the same period using Figma reviewed here. Students can create a 3D map of the area of the Kingdom of Kush. Finally, students can virtually visit a museum with art and artifacts from the Kingdom of Kush. Challenge your students to research a museum with the artifacts from Kush.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Kingdom of Kush Facts and Worksheets - Kidskonnect
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3 to 8
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Discover this accessible and engaging overview of this ancient African civilization for young learners. It covers Kush's origins in Nubia, its interactions with Ancient Egypt--including...more
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Discover this accessible and engaging overview of this ancient African civilization for young learners. It covers Kush's origins in Nubia, its interactions with Ancient Egypt--including periods of both conflict and cooperation--and its eventual rise to power, culminating in the Kushite pharaohs' rule over Egypt during the 25th Dynasty. The article highlights Kush's achievements in trade, ironworking, and architecture, notably the construction of pyramids at Meroe. Accompanied by printable worksheets, this resource is well-suited for upper elementary and middle school students studying ancient civilizations or African history.
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Have students show what they know by creating a digital story about Kush using Sway, reviewed here. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to take a virtual field trip to Africa. Students can use MyLens reviewed here to highlight important events in Kush history.
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Kush - Kids Britannica
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3 to 12
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The Britannica Kids article on the Kingdom of Kush offers a clear, student-friendly overview of this ancient African civilization. It explains how Kush, located in what is now Sudan,...more
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The Britannica Kids article on the Kingdom of Kush offers a clear, student-friendly overview of this ancient African civilization. It explains how Kush, located in what is now Sudan, began as an Egyptian colony and later rose to power, even ruling Egypt during the 700s BCE. The article highlights Kush's wealth from gold mining, agriculture, and trade, as well as its cultural blend of Egyptian and African influences. It also notes the kingdom's eventual decline after being conquered by Aksum around 350 CE. This resource is ideal for upper elementary and middle school students studying ancient civilizations or African history.
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Students can compare and contrast the ancient kingdom of Kush to another ancient civilization using a tool such as ClassTools Interactive Venn Diagrams reviewed here. You can click on the right side to choose between a two or three-circle Venn diagram. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to take a virtual field trip to where the ancient kingdom of Kush was located. Students can use Time Graphics Timeline Maker reviewed here to highlight important events from the ancient kingdom of Kush.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Africa for Kids - Mr. Donn
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3 to 8
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View this site about Ancient Africa, which has links to information on Ancient Africa, Medieval African Kingdoms, stories, fables, and proverbs, religions, art, and geography. Additionally,...more
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View this site about Ancient Africa, which has links to information on Ancient Africa, Medieval African Kingdoms, stories, fables, and proverbs, religions, art, and geography. Additionally, the site contains links for lesson plans, animals, Kwanzaa, crafts, and the continent today. Don't miss the site's interactive games.
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Students can compare and contrast Ancient Africa to another ancient civilization using Figma reviewed here. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to take a virtual field trip to Africa. Finally, students can use MyLens reviewed here to highlight important events in African history.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Who Are American Jews? - Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
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6 to 12
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The "Who Are American Jews?" section on the Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) website offers educators valuable resources to explore the multifaceted nature of Jewish identity in...more
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The "Who Are American Jews?" section on the Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) website offers educators valuable resources to explore the multifaceted nature of Jewish identity in the United States. It includes materials such as Facing History & Ourselves' insights into Jewish identity, Pew Research Center's "10 Key Findings About Jewish Americans," and the "Perspectives and Lived Experiences of Jews of Color" report by the Jews of Color Initiative. These resources provide a comprehensive understanding of the diversity within the American Jewish community, making them ideal for classroom discussions on cultural identity and diversity.
tag(s): cultures (290), diversity (56), identity (42), immigrants (50), immigration (85), jews (63), perspective (33)
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After reading the Facing History & Ourselves section on Jewish identity, students can create a word cloud using Aha Slides, reviewed here using words that describe their own identities. Have them compare their results with the key aspects of Jewish American identity. Students can analyze movies, TV shows, or literature that feature Jewish characters or themes. They can discuss how Jewish identity is represented, compare portrayals to real-life perspectives from the website, and present their findings in a class discussion or written analysis. After reading the Jews of Color Initiative report, students compare the experiences of Jews of Color with broader Jewish American experiences. They can create a Venn diagram on paper or using Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Jewish Americans - The Jewish American Project
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6 to 12
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The Jewish Educator Portal offers four lesson plans based on the 2008 PBS series The Jewish Americans. These lessons guide students through identity, assimilation, immigration, discrimination,...more
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The Jewish Educator Portal offers four lesson plans based on the 2008 PBS series The Jewish Americans. These lessons guide students through identity, assimilation, immigration, discrimination, and cultural change. The plans can initiate broader explorations of American Jewish history and facilitate comparisons with other immigrant groups' experiences.
tag(s): cultures (290), immigrants (50), immigration (85), jews (63)
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Have students create a collaborative digital using Timeline, reviewed here or Timeline Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here or a physical timeline tracing key events from The Jewish Americans PBS series. They can add images, quotes, and reflections to make historical moments more meaningful. Students can research and present a personal or family immigration story (or a historical immigrant's journey) through a short video using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here, podcast with Buzzsprout reviewed here, or written narrative. If clips from The Jewish Americans series are available, students can watch, take notes, and respond to guiding questions. They can discuss themes like identity, discrimination, and resilience in small groups or write a reflective journal entry.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Jewish American Heritage Month - Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
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The Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) Toolkit, provided by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, offers educators a variety of downloadable resources to celebrate...more
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The Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) Toolkit, provided by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, offers educators a variety of downloadable resources to celebrate and raise awareness of JAHM each May. The toolkit includes social media posts, posters, a resource guide, and logos. Additionally, companion resources are available for the poster series featuring notable Jewish Americans. Educators seeking professional development opportunities and further teaching materials can find them through the toolkit. For specific needs, the JAHM team is available year-round to assist schools and organizations in finding appropriate resources.
tag(s): cultures (290), jews (63), social media (63)
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Use the JAHM posters and resource guides to create an interactive bulletin board. Encourage students to add facts, reflections, or connections to what they're learning in other subjects. Incorporate Jewish American heritage into literature, social studies, and art. Read works by Jewish American authors, analyze their impact, or explore how Jewish American experiences connect with broader historical events. Have students research notable Jewish Americans featured in the toolkit's posters. They can create timelines using Preceden, reviewed here or Sutori, reviewed here, or create short essays highlighting these individuals' contributions to history, science, arts, or politics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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American Jewish History and Culture - NYU Libraries
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7 to 12
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The NYU American Jewish History research guide provides a curated collection of primary sources, including historical documents, newspapers, photographs, and archival materials related...more
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The NYU American Jewish History research guide provides a curated collection of primary sources, including historical documents, newspapers, photographs, and archival materials related to Jewish American history. This resource is ideal for teachers looking to incorporate authentic historical evidence into their lessons, helping students analyze Jewish immigration, cultural contributions, and civil rights efforts. With links to digital archives and research databases, this guide supports inquiry-based learning and critical thinking in middle and high school social studies, history, and civics classes.
tag(s): civil rights (220), critical thinking (183), cultures (290), immigration (85), inquiry (37), jews (63)
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Students can choose a primary source, such as an immigrant's letter or an editorial, and write a response as if they were a contemporary witness to that moment in history. In small groups, students can select primary sources from the NYU guide to design a virtual museum exhibit on a theme such as Jewish immigration, civil rights, or cultural contributions. They can present their "exhibit" using Google Slides, reviewed here or Venngage, reviewed here. Students can also explore the guide's digital archives to find a historical newspaper article, photograph, or document related to Jewish American history. Students can share their findings in small groups, discussing the historical significance and connections to broader U.S. history.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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