This teaching unit is based upon a "teacher trek" to the area in 2000 and focuses on essential questions on the nature of conflict. Activities are offered to help students explore the religion, holidays and culture of this region....

A lesson plan that describes the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Discussion questions and background information are given to help students begin informed discussion about the conflict. (2008)

Case studies that provide information about the conflict in Israel between the Palestinians and the Israelis. Encourages students to debate and discuss the conflict and try to come up with a solution to the problem. (2011)

History timeline of the Arab-Israeli conflict provides an overview of historical events behind the clashes between Palestine and Israel.

Learn how the conflict between Palestinians and Israelis escalates as the Palestinian president asks the United Nations to turn their territories into an official country, Palestine. (September, 2011)

A biography of Sharon that highlights his military career and numerous posts he has held in his political career. Site provides hyperlinks to related information such as the 1967 Six-Day War, the Haganah, Sinai Campaign, and more.