Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israeli Independence Day, is only a few days away so we have got to get our learning + exploring + celebrating on, starting with our 2024 Yom Ha’atzmaut Shelfie + Starter Activities! This year the Israel as a modern state turns 76 years old. As I discussed with my class and my children, …
Israeli Archeological Dig Brick
We’ve done archeological digging sensory bins in previous years to learn about Israel but this year I created this Israeli Archeological Dig Brick for some added challenge! Participating in an archeological dig was one of the favorite activities I experienced when I visited Israel on my Brightright trip after college. One day I hope my …
2023 Yom Ha’atzmaut Shelfie + Starter Activities
I loved setting up this simple 2023 Yom Ha’atzmaut Shelfie + Starter Activities to introduce and review the holiday, as well as the country of Israel, with my kiddos! This year Israel turns 75! Happy Birthday Israel! Yom Ha’atzmaut is the perfect opportunity for not only learning about some fun holiday-related traditions (torch lighting, fireworks, …
Falafel Transfer
One of my favorite Israeli foods is falafel so I thought it would be fun to create an activity inspired by this tasty dish; hence, our Falafel Transfer! A super simple activity with awesome fine motor skills practice. Yay! What You’ll Need Brown or beige felt Needle and thread Brown pom poms Tongs Putting It …
3 Falafels in My Pita Matching Activity
To continue learning about Israel this week in honor of Yom Ha’atzmaut, today we read the PJ Library book 3 Falafels in my Pita and did a fun and easy 3 Falafels in My Pita supplemental activity 🥙 What You’ll Need 3 Falafels in My Pita printable 3 Falafels in my Pita book Sensory bin …
Color by Number Israel Map
This Yom Ha’atzmaut I wanted to teach my students, and my own little kids, about how diverse the geography of Israel is and this Color by Number Israel Map is a wonderful and simple way to do so! From the Torah stories our little ones learn, so many of the kids think Israel is one …