The First Grade will focus on Bible stories, Morning & Bedtime Rituals, Mitzvot, Holidays and Hebrew letter recognition. The students will learn basic Bible stories familiarizing them with Jacob, Joseph, and Moses. They will learn and experience basic Jewish rituals for waking and going to sleep. Students will learn the Shema and the importance of it to Judaism. Students will learn about basic mitzvot such as Tzedakah, Bikkur Cholim, and Derech Eretz. Students will also explore the major Jewish holidays as they occur throughout the year. There will be a special focus on the history and rituals associated with Passover and Shavuot. Students will also learn to recognize the Hebrew alphabet. They will both recognize the letters by sight and attempt to write some of the letters in print.
Check out the weekly postings for the first grade.
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