Journey through a century of shifting borders and political change in the Eastern Mediterranean using a collection of classroom-ready downloadable maps.
Explore the tension between free speech and hate speech by debating and analyzing the landmark Supreme Court case, National Socialist Party of America v. Village of Skokie. Students will learn to articulate their own perspectives and communicate effectively about dissent, free speech, and hate speech.
Learn about Maurice Sendak, a Jewish illustrator and children’s book author, whose famous books represent Jewish values of valuing immgrants, promoting belonging and celebrating outsiders.
Dive into this thoughtful children’s book about the Jewish high holidays; students are encouraged to reflect on the year that has passed, including happy times and occasional regrets as well as new friends made and new skills gained.
Learn about Michael Twitty, an American-Jewish food historian whose writings and teachings celebrate communities who have endured oppression and moved from their homelands. Twitty's writings elevate African American, Jewish, queer, and other groups whose tastes, textures, spices, and aromas have shaped America’s collective palate.
Enjoy the story of an unexpected friendship between an elderly Jewish woman and a young African-American boy, highlighting shared experiences of hardship, resilience, and connection across cultures.
Experience a story of survival and resilience in this dialogue-free animated short, based on the true story of Lisa Jura, a young Holocaust survivor who, in 1938, escaped from Vienna to London on the Kindertransport. Set in 2021, “Music Dreams” focuses on two young refugees also separated from their family and how each refugee stayed connected to their families through music.
Explore a unique perspective on Israel with your young students through the diverse cultures, landscapes, and people, as told from a child’s perspective.