Learning to Give, Curriculum Division of The LEAGUE
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Unit Overview:
The Torah teaches that humanity was created in the Divine image. This unit focuses on the practical implications of that belief.
Unit Purpose:
Unit Objectives:
The learner will:
- explain the creation of humanity being b’tzelem elohim, (in the Divine image).
- cite examples of how their family and community acts on the commandment to love your neighbor as yourself as defined by Maimonides.
- summarize, analyze, interpret, and paraphrase selected texts that contain ethical mitzvot (commandments) concerning the relationship between people (ben adam l’chavero).
- demonstrate an awareness of how these texts can be used in their own lives.
- identify and relate personal experiences in which the mitzvot ben adam l’chavero have played a role in their own lives.
- acknowledge the implications/consequences of their choices/actions.
- demonstrate an ability to assess one’s choice to act, leading to moral growth.
- describe the work of selected individuals in honoring the divinely-created humanity of others.
- define the values inherent in the described efforts of identified people and organizations
- detail and explain their personal commitment to support one of the programs.
Service Experience:
- Lesson Two students are asked to keep a personal mitzvah journal.
- Lesson Three provides optional service opportunities.
Unit Assessment:
Learner assessments are identified under the heading Assessment found in each lesson.
School/Home Connection:
Throughout this unit the learner is required to engage his/her family and community in discussions and interviews concerning how they interpret and act on the commandment to: Love your neighbor as yourself as defined by Maimonides and the commandments contained in the ethical mitzvot addressing the relationship between people - ben adam l’chavero.
Notes for Teaching:
More specific information, alternative approaches, reminders, and helpful hints are scattered throughout these lessons and indicated by the words Teacher Note.
State Curriculum and Philanthropy Theme Frameworks:
See individual lessons for benchmark detail.
Lessons Developed and Piloted By:
Shira Hammerman
Areyvut
http://www.areyvut.org
147 South Washington Avenue
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
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