Etymology of Modern Hebrew Words: People and the Environment

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Lesson

Hebrew words are built upon root letters—known as a shoresh (שׁוֹרֶשׁ)—and are formed in such ways where small changes can create many different but related meanings.

In collaboration with Adam Teva v’Din, Israel’s leading environmental sustainability non-profit, we’ve picked a few environment-related words and important topics to explore. Take a look—there just might be a few words and ideas that already are second “nature” for you, and of course new ones too!

Topic
  • Hebrew
  • Judaism and Jewish Holidays
  • Israel
  • Nature-Based Learning
Grades
  • 6 - 7
  • 8 - 12
Setting
  • Day Schools and Yeshivas
  • Camp
  • Teen Engagement
  • After School Programming
  • Congregational Learning

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Collection

A collection of resources to stimulate students by forming connections between nature, Israel, and Tu Bishvat.

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CTI Limud

Congregation Tifereth Israel (CTI), Glen Cove, NY. CTI learners and their families participate in hands-on experiential learning. The curriculum focuses on Jewish values learned through our stories (both modern and ancient).

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Mayim Children

Mayim, our initial example of "Additional" Models, could be placed in a Multi-aged, Project-Based Learning, or Experiential Learning bucket. Mayim is a K-5 learning community in which depth of relationships and depth of learning are intentionally fostered and visible everywhere.

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