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Lesson plans, discussion guides, and printable materials to help educators and parents teach Tzedakah with depth and clarity.
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The AlephBet
Explore a middle school lesson on Talmud Bavli that uncovers lessons about tzedakah hidden within the Hebrew alphabet. Students learn how the letters ג and ד teach proactive, respectful, and dignified giving.
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Who is Impacted by Tzedaka
Follow this self guided learning experience and learn about tzedakah as a core Jewish obligation of justice—not mere generosity
View lesson →How We Give: Methods, Priority & Sensitivity
Follow this self guided learning experience and learn about tzedakah as a core Jewish obligation of justice—not mere generosity
View lesson →Why We Give: Values & Spiritual Meaning
Follow this self guided learning experience and learn about tzedakah as a core Jewish obligation of justice—not mere generosity
View lesson →What Tzedakah Is: Obligation & Foundation
Follow this self guided learning experience and learn about tzedakah as a core Jewish obligation of justice—not mere generosity
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An Open Hand and an Open Heart: A Lesson on Tzedakah from Devarim
This lesson plan for middle school students explores the Torah's teachings on poverty and tzedakah by analyzing verses from Devarim 15:4-11. Students will learn that tzedakah is about more than just giving money; it's about having the right attitude and empathy.
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Lending to Hashem MS
This lesson plan, designed for middle school students, uses the midrash from Vayikra Rabbah 37:2 to explore the concept of tzedakah. The objective is for students to analyze how giving to the poor is likened to "lending to Hashem," and to reflect on how this changes their perspective on charity. The lesson includes a text study, guided discussion questions, and creative independent review activities to help students connect ancient wisdom to modern-day actions of kindness and generosity.
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Maot Chitim: Pesach and Community MS
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.
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