Chanukah Values

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Chanukiah with a value written on each of the eight candles

Explore the meaning and traditions of this holiday through the lens of eight Chanukah values. Community, conservation, courage, education, Israel, light, miracles, and rededication are thoughtfully examined in this complete Chanukah guide.

Educators can choose any of the questions, activities, and reading resources to create exciting and diverse lesson plans. Likewise, families can use the eight-night structure and learning materials to craft a fun and cohesive Chanukah experience.

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  • Jewish Holidays (Chagim)
  • Jewish Tradition
  • Jewish Text and Thought
Setting
  • After School and Beyond
  • Congregational Learning
  • Day Schools and Yeshivas
  • Early Childhood
  • Family Engagement

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A curated collection of diverse Chanukah resources for your students' holiday learning.

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Cover image for the video "Hanukkah, Hellenization, and Hasmoneans". Text reads "Hanukkah: The True Story"

In this video, the history of Chanukah is examined from its beginnings: politics, wars, sacrifices, and victories.

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A handy, beautifully designed downloadable card with the text of the Menorah blessings in Hebrew and English, along with a short message of mental health to ponder as you light.

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