What is Judaism?
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What is Judaism?

grades:  Middle School (6-8) 

Lesson Summary:

Judaism is one of the world’s oldest religions still practiced. It originated in the beliefs, practices, and experiences of the ancient Israelites. Today, Judaism is practiced by millions of Jews living in every inhabited continent.
Part of a larger unit on “Judaism and Jewish History,” this lesson is an introduction to key features of Judaism including: holidays, text, symbols, practices, traditional practices, and Israel.




Aims

1) Students will be able to provide an overview of Jewish history in America and will recognize that Jews have been part of American society throughout its history.
2) Students will be able to discuss tolerance, acceptance, and opportunity in America as it relates to Jews. In particular, they will recognize that throughout its history, America has offered Jews relatively more tolerance, acceptance, and opportunity than other countries, but that the struggle for greater equality is part of the history of Jews in America.

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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Lesson Contributors

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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