Jewish Literacy Programs
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November 2, 2009 - January 29, 2010 Please encourage your students to participate in The Jewish Book Read-In! For each entry we receive, a box of food and Jewish reading material will be sent to a Jewish soldier serving overseas during Pesa h. Participation Info.- One Book One Jewish Community
 This year's OBOJC book is All Other Nights, a thrilling historical novel that will challenge readers' preconceptions as they learn about the role of Jewish Americans during the Civil War. Check out the Calendar of Events.
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Pedagogic Pearls
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| When teaching tefillah, prayer, have the students create hand movements that
help illustrate the words or theme of the tefillah. By doing so, students
connect to the tefillah in a new way.
Elana Rivel, Director of Educational Resource Development
See an example on YouTube! |
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Technology Tips
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| You can choose from among many personalized applications, including Google IM Chat, Google Calendar, and Google Reader. |
Sign up by going to Twitter.com and clicking "Sign Up Now." Click on "Find People" and put in ACAJEJOP. |
Book and DVD of the Month
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There's Room in My House by Malky Weinstock.
This book presents a charming story about hakhnasat orhim - hospitality, so
central to every Jewish home. It conveys the idea that sharing with others helps provide true happiness and self-satisfaction.
Molly's Pilgrim V-5036
This classic DVD about a Jewish Russian girl at Thanksgiving time exemplifies many mitzvot and middot, including derekh eretz - respecting others and ometz lev - courage. Grades K - 6; 30 minutes. Teacher's Guide available.
To borrow these materials contact Bonni Kraus.
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Continue the Jewish link to Thanksgiving with Making Connections home study guides:
Building a Jewish Home and Tikkun Olam. For more information, contact Debbie Leon.
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