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The organizing theme Between
Man and Himself, explores the concept of self image and social
interaction by monitoring one's own behaviour, and by observing the process of adapting to conventions. |
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Unit 1 - Ze Lo Ani (It's Not Me)
This unit is developed from the point of view of
children, parents, adults and professionals who observe the interaction of
Grade 4 children within society.
Students analyze their feelings about rules and behavioural expectations.
Through role playing and case studies, they explore behavioural alternatives.
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The organizing theme
Between Man and His Environment
broadens the concept of self,
focusing on man's responsibility to the environment. |
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Unit 2 - Tamar Va'Atzei HaZait (Tamar and the Olive Trees)
Students survey the variety of trees and examine how
environmental conditions affect their shape and form.
They learn about and identify with a personal responsibility and commitment to preserving and
maintaining trees. A comic strip presents hints and tips about how to care for
saplings, trees and other vegetation. Students explore Jewish values, laws and
customs about interacting with creation. They are introduced to organizations
for the protection and preservation of the environment.
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The organizing theme Purim Through the Ages
focuses on the concept of Jewish identity from personal,
social, national and religious points of view, by exploring the overt behaviour and the covert actions
of the heroes of Megilat Esther and characters in modern literature. The learner gains insight
into aspects of his identity as a member of today's Jewish community. |
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Unit 3 - HaTachposet
In this unit, students are sensitized to the effects of clothing on
the projection of one's character. They analyze the phenomenon of
exterior image and inner identity. They examine the overt and covert
characteristics of the Megila figures, and their impact on events. Through
songs, games, library books, and creative thinking activities, the students
explore the origins and development of their community, and learn about the ways
in which their families and friends interact with society.
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The organizing theme From Bondage to Freedom
focuses on various aspects of Jewish identity as they emerged in the
process of becoming a free people. The harmonious relationship between historical events, the season and
environment are identified in the symbolic rituals of Leil Haseder. |
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Unit 4 - Aviv HaAm VeHaAretz (A People is Born)
This unit is developed from the point of view of children
examining the concepts of preparing and waiting for Spring and Pessach, just as
the Jewish people waited before the Exodus from Egypt. Symbolic
rituals, historical events, Biblical verses, Hagada excerpts, and a selection of
modern children's literature, are explored as means of establishing and
strengthening the commitment to freedom, Jewish peoplehood, and closeness to
God.
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The organizing theme The People and the Land
focuses on developing the learner's commitment and affinity to
Jerusalem. By exploring biblical sources and contemporary data, the students are sensitized to the heroic
contributions and sacrifices of the first settlers and fighters for Israel's independence and existence. |
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Unit 5 - Yerushalaim Shelanu (Our Jerusalem)
The concept of becoming a free and independent people, explored in
the unit Aviv Ha'Am VeHa'Aretz (A People is Born), is broadened by focusing on the rebuilding of
Israel. Through a story, biblical verses, poems, songs, and a simulated radio
program, students explore the various experiences related to establishing
Jerusalem as the capital of the State of Israel and the heart of the Jewish
people.
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