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- Grade Range
- 7th - 8th
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Students explore the value of questioning, and why this value is deemed quintessential in the story of Pesach, and in Judaism in general. They appreciate that the ability to ask questions is in fact an expression of freedom. Full Review »
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- 12th
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Students research the history of Judaism. They work in small groups to explore religious concepts. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 10th - 12th
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Students begin reading the graphic novel "Maus". Using the internet, they discover fundamental differences between Judaism and Christianity. Using excerpts from the novel, they identify animal metaphors used for nationalities and ethnic groups. They state facts and discuss situations in the novel. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 9th - 12th
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Students compare belief systems. In groups, pupils research an assigned religion. They create a chart displaying the geographic origins, founding leaders and major teachings of Buddhism, Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism and Islam. In cooperative groups, students simulate a reporter interviewing members of religious groups. They play games to explore main topics of religions. Students write a summary of their findings. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 8th - 10th
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Students describe the life of Muhammad, fundamental teachings of Islam, and connections of Islam to Judaism and Christianity. They research the fundamental beliefs of Islam, the Five Pillars and create a poster to display the information. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 8th - 12th
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Students explore case studies to reflect on common anti-Semitic situations faced by teens and identify facts to effectively respond to them. They consider and discuss how the skills to respond to anti-Semitism can be used to respond to other forms of bigotry. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 8th - 12th
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Students investigate how religions are created. They identify the basic history, beliefs, and practices of Confucianism, Sikhism, Shinto, Taoism, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism. Students are to prepare a poster of their religions similarities/differences. They write a research paper on their chosen religion. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 8th - 10th
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This activity gives students an opportunity to learn about the three major monotheistic religions in a fun and challenging way, while also allowing them to hone their library research skills. Students research one of the three religions. They complete a worksheet. Students discuss the results of their research. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 6th - 12th
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Students study the differences and similarities between Islam, Christianity, and Judaism using a handout containing a diagram. They determine what fundamentalism is and how it is different from the original intentions of different religions. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 4th - 12th
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Students research the meaning of a hamsa, find pictures of this amulet and discover that it is a common symbol in both Islam and Judaism. They make a replica of this traditional amulet and then decorate it with authentic and creative designs. Full Review »
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