“Do not shoot back!” With these words, Menachem Begin believed he ensured there would be no civil war. This video delves into a wild episode in Israel’s early history: the 1948 Altalena Affair.
Explore Israel's core values and aspirations through its Declaration of Independence.
Students will learn about LGBTQIA+ Jewish hero Harvey Milk, define activism, and feel empowered to be advocates and create change in society.
This mini-lesson explores celebrity influence and online hate, specifically antisemitism.
Photographs and video footage of JDC's work with elderly and disabled new immigrants following the establishment of the State of Israel.
This packet focuses on Jewish American women’s history, with stories of women from the 1800s-1900s.
Activity Guide for Emma Lazarus' poem "The New Colossus."
Art educator Dr. Susan Nashman Fraiman has curated a selection of Zionist and Israeli works of art from the past 125 years.
This companion to the novel includes a glossary of Hebrew terms, primary and secondary texts.
Background on the current situation in Israel with respect to Gaza and beyond.