Use these resources to explore George Washington's relationship with Jews in Colonial America.
In collaboration with RootOne, Makom has created a series of six conversation guides for teens on current events in Israel, including cultural trends, religious issues, politics, and more. The guides help teens develop important skills such as critical thinking, information literacy, and discussion while creating more space for complex conversations. They’re fun, educational, and engaging as well as being deeply relevant for our times:
Historical review worksheet with accompanying maps and reflection questions.
What the founder thought about the word- A blog post from the National Library of Israel
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.
Activity Guide for Emma Lazarus' poem "The New Colossus."
This companion to the novel includes a glossary of Hebrew terms, primary and secondary texts.