“This lesson plan, designed for middle school students, explores the concept of Maot Chitim (collecting funds to ensure everyone can celebrate Passover) through a series of engaging activities. Students will participate in a Think-Pair-Share activity, a text study of sources on Maot Chitim, and a creative group project to create a video or skit. The objective is for students to understand the importance of community responsibility and compassion, and to apply these values to modern contexts. The lesson culminates in a reflection on how to practice the values of Maot Chitim in their own lives.
Learning Objectives
- Students will explore the concept of Maot Chittim (collecting funds to ensure everyone can celebrate Passover) through text study, critical thinking, and creative expression. They will understand the importance of community responsibility and apply it to modern contexts
Materials Needed
- Copies of sources about Maot Chittim (e.g., Shulchan Aruch, Hilchot Matanot Aniyim) provided below.
- Devices for video creation (smartphones, tablets, or computers) if allowed by school
- Whiteboard or chart paper
- Handouts with guiding questions for text study
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