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$content='<p><b>Dig Deeper This Year!</b><br>

  Participate in our Archaeological Dig

<br>The Education Department is pleased to offer an archaeological dig for school 

  groups. Jewish elementary school students dig up the past and explore 

  ancient civilizations in a specially designed gallery. Through excavating replicas 

  of ancient artifacts and the careful recording and analysis of information, 

  this interactive experience enables students to evaluate past human culture 

  and behavior.</p>

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<p><b>Digging Through Time 1</b> <br>

  Grades k-2<br>

  The thrill of archaeological discovery comes to life through a dig. While excavating 

  pottery, architectural ruins, metalwork and glasswork, students evaluate change 

  over time and learn how societies in ancient Israel lived. This program is an 

  enhanced version of Sandbox Archeology and includes an art activity.</p>

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<p><b>Digging Through Time 2</b> <br>

  Grades 3-6<br>

  Piece together a large puzzle of the past by participating in an archaeological 

  dig. Students discover the time of the Torah and draw and support conclusions 

  about people in ancient Israel by excavating artifacts and architectural ruins. 

  This program includes an art activity.</p>

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  <b>Camels and Caravans: Daily Life in Ancient Israel</b><br>

  Grades k-3<br>

  What was it like to live in the first century CE? This interactive, hands-on 

  exhibition for students allows them to use all five senses to experience life 

  in the ancient world. Visitors dine in a Roman-style home and take a trip to 

  the market, where they can smell the spices of the Middle East, learn about 

  trade routes, try their hand at the alphabets of the ancient world and much 

  more. This tour allows students to interact with ancient artifacts from the 

  Museum\'s collection, as well as historically-accurate recreations, including 

  costumes, furniture and pottery. Lots to do and touch!</p>

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  <b>Adventures in Ancient Israel </b><br>

  Grades 3-6<br>

  See the text of the Torah come to life and learn about the basic needs of all   people for food, shelter and spiritual life by examining ancient artifacts in   the Museum\'s collection. Students evaluate how the Jewish people were   able to retain their traditions and values, while still adopting from and adapting   to the customs and artistic styles of a dominant culture. This program includes   a related art activity.</p>

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 <b>Immigration to America</b><br>

  Grades 3-6<br>

  What motivates people to immigrate to a new land? What might they carry in their   hearts and in their suitcases to adapt to and adopt their new home? These questions   and others are addressed as students explore Jewish immigrant experiences. Participants   look at customs and material culture by examining artifacts and historical photographs   that were brought to America in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Discussions   and hands-on activities encourage students to consider the challenges faced 

  by immigrants who settled in America.</p>

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  <b>Understanding the Holocaust Through Art and Artifacts</b><br>

  Grade 5-6<br>

  Students explore the origins of anti-Semitism leading up to the Holocaust as   well as the impact of Nazi tyranny on individuals and communities by examining   artifacts, historical documents and works of art. They will observe the power   of prejudice and the dangers of a society in which blind hatred is left uncontrolled.   Emphasis is placed on the importance of social responsibility and the ways in 

  which individuals can make a difference.</p>

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  <b>Paintings Tell Stories</b><br>

  Grades 3-6<br>

  What can a painting tell us about experience and identity? By analyzing important   artworks from the Museum\'s permanent and temporary exhibitions, students   gain insight into many aspects of Jewish history and rituals. Carefully chosen   works explore issues that can relate to many cultures. Students analyze the   artist\'s choice of color, form, materials and other elements of art that   support the meaning of the work. Participants create works of art, illustrating   subjects and stories connected to their own culture. </p>

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  <b>Torah Talk</b><br>

  Grades K-3<br>

  The Torah and its accompanying ornaments tell the story of the centrality of   this document in Jewish life. Featuring a chance to view the Museum\'s collection   of ornaments, arks, paintings and other tools related to the Torah, students   explore the diversity of Jewish ceremonial art. Participants create personalized   Torah ornaments. This tour is an excellent enhancement to the exciting time   in which a student begins to study the Chumash. </p>

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  <b>A Year of Jewish Holidays</b> <br>

  Grades K-6<br>

  This program explores the Museum\'s unique collection of artifacts and artwork   connected to several Jewish holidays. The focus of each program will depend   on the calendar- this Spring it will be Passover and Purim. A highlight of the   tour is the Museum\'s renowned collection of Hanukkah lamps. Holiday rituals   and customs are discussed. Students create an object for an upcoming holiday. 

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  <b>Hiddur Mitzvah: Beautifying a Tradition</b><br>

  Grades 3-6<br>

  Why do we decorate and beautify Jewish ritual objects? What does the concept   Hiddur Mitzvah mean? Students answer these questions as they view examples of   ceremonial art in the Museum\'s galleries and examine the diverse artistic styles   of various Jewish ritual objects. Sketching and an art workshop are also components 

  of the program. </p>

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 <b>School Programs in Conjunction with Special Exhibitions</b><br><br>

<b>Focus on the Soul: The Photographs of Lotte Jacobi</b></a><br>

  February 6 - April 11, 2004<br>

  Grades 3-12<br>

 Students will view over 80 vintage prints by the German-American photographer Lotte Jacobi that showcase her contribution to the history of photography - a profession relatively open to women during the Weimar era in Germany. Among Jacobi\'s subjects are some of the most remarkable figures in German and American art and culture, including Albert Einstein and Marc Chagall.
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