Jewish values in Genesis
Subtitle: if I could ask Abraham
By: by Rachael Gelfman Schultz
Publisher: Behrman House
Published: 2015
Place of publication: Springfield, NJ
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780874419252
Subjects: Textbooks for children; Jewish ethics; Biblical teaching; Jewish religious education; Activity programs; Bible
Description: "Jewish Values in Genesis helps students in Jewish congregational schools explore core values by studying stories from the Book of Genesis--Abraham and Sarah's faith and trust in journeying to a new land, Rebecca's kindness at the well, the jealousy and betrayal of Joseph by his brothers, and more. Through the ups and downs of our biblical ancestors, students will discover values that can guide them in their lives today. This book includes stories, skits, journaling prompts, projects, and more"--
Notes: "This work consists of two complementary books. The Student Response Journal includes creative, interactive activities, integrating Jewish texts with journal writing, drama, art, music, movement, and more. The Teacher Resource presents 14 ready-to-use lesson plans of approximately 50 minutes each for Jewish values in Genesis: If I Could Meet Abraham. It includes suggestions for teaching every element of the Student Response Journal"--Introduction.

Grades 4-6.
Table of contents: title: 1. Who am I? Creation: B'tzelem Elohim=In the image of God; title: 2. What do I stand for? Noah and the flood: Ometz leiv=Strength of heart; title: 3. Where do I find faith and hope? Abraham and Sarah:  Bitachon=Trust; title: 4. How can I pay it forward? Rebekah at the well:  Chesed=Kindness; title: 5. Should I always tell the truth? Jacob and Esau:  Emet=Truth; title: 6. What can I do about feeling jealous? Joseph and his brothers:  Kinah=Jealousy; title: 7. How can I take responsibility? Judah and Benjamin: Acharayut=Responsibility; title: Bringing Torah into my life: my project.