Jewish Heart for Africa

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Map of Africa's Electricity Distribution

The distribution of electricity in the continent of Africa

In this unique lesson plan, students connect the ancient miracle of Chanukah light to the 21st century. 97% of African Villagers still live without electricity. Students will use this shocking fact to realize the difficulty of life without electricity, and to learn what Israeli innovation is doing to help the people of Africa. Through real-life narratives of orphaned children living without light, lists of new Israeli technologies breaking ground on this urgent issue, and thoughtful discussion questions, students will make meaningful bonds between the Chanukah Miracle, modern global problems, and the tikkun olam initiatives of the Jewish People.

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  • Jewish Holidays (Chagim)
  • Israel - Contemporary
  • Innovation and Tech
  • Social Justice
Setting
  • After School and Beyond
  • Congregational Learning
  • Day Schools and Yeshivas
  • Teen Engagement
  • Family Engagement

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

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Israel Education in the Days After - Book Photo and Title

Dr. Zohar Raviv, International VP of Educational Strategy, Taglit Birthright Israel

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Israel Education in the Days After - Book Photo and Title

Shuki Taylor, CEO, M²: The Institute for Experiential Jewish Education

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