Children learn by doing at the Brotherhood Synagogue Nursery School. Through active involvement in their environment, children add pieces of information to what they already know, thereby generating new ideas about the world around them.
The newly built, state-of-the-art indoor environment and outdoor Certified Nature Explore classroom at the Chai Center Preschool provides for the physical, intellectual and emotional growth of children through a myriad of activities.
While every class has some exposure to Hebrew, our Dual Language track classroom features two teachers, one speaking only Hebrew and the other only English at Congregation Beth Elohim, Brooklyn, NY.
Teachers work collaboratively as researchers, guiding and following the interests of the children and making their work visible through many forms of documentation at the Saul and Carole Zabar Nursery School at The JCC in Manhattan.
Garden-based learning connected to Jewish values and celebration in an early childhood setting at Congregation Kol Ami, White Plains, NY.
Little Avant Gardes is a magical program and model that, while focused on Russian-speaking families in this setting, can be adapted in any community.
Elizabeth Yarri is both an artist and a creative educator. Watch as she reflects and leads students through a creative process infused with Jewish content.
Consider what it might look like to plan for instruction based on what’s strong with students, not what is wrong with students. For instance, how can instruction be planned to build on strengths such as curiosity, kindness or judgment?
The 4th in the Shinui webinar series- Where Theory Meets Practice with Tess Levine and Rachel Happel. Both educators share practical adaptable insights into
In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits.
Temple Beth Shalom of Needham Mass, reimagined religious school to create an inclusive environment in which childrenengage in deep learn and bulild relationship while enjoying original experiences elevating Judasim as foundational for Jewish living. this article details that process.
A schoolwide focus on cultivating traits like self-discipline, courage, and perseverance helps students meet high expectations.