Learn About Judaism: What Is Shabbat?
Learn about the weekly Jewish holiday of Shabbat, including Havdalah!
Caroline Esther MA, MS
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(147)
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Wondering what "Shabbat" is? Come find out! Taught by a teacher with an MA in Jewish Studies, this class introduces students to the weekly holiday of Shabbat. I will explain the concept of Shabbat as a special time in the week. We will also discuss the rules about what, and what isn't, supposed to happen on Shabbat. Students will see a demonstration of the lighting of Shabbat candles and the Havdalah candle. We'll also read a short children's story, and discuss the traditional foods of Shabbat. Students will participate through active listening and in-class discussion. This interactive and inclusive class is open to all students! No prior knowledge is required. Although this class will primarily focus on how this holiday is celebrated in the United States in the Ashkenzi tradition, the class will also touch upon the Sephardic and Mizrahi traditions. After completing this class, students will understand the holiday of Shabbat, and will have some knowledge about how families around the world celebrate! **In order to facilitate discussion, this class will work best if students keep their screens on (at least most of the time.)**
Learning Goals
•. Students will learn about the rules of the holiday of Shabbat
• Students will learn about the Shabbat traditions children celebrate in the United States,
and around the world
• Students will have a chance to casually interact with peers around a shared learning goal
• Students will practice using their listening skills and their speaking skills
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This is a secular and inclusive class about the weekly holiday of Shabbat. All students are welcome. No prior knowledge is required.
Supply List
Please bring the following items to class: Paper, crayons or markers, and pencil.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We will read a story that talks about the importance of being generous and welcoming visitors, on Shabbat and every day.
Joined July, 2020
4.9
147reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have an MA in Jewish Studies from the University of Indiana-Bloomington. I have also completed several other academic Jewish Studies and Religious Studies classes, at the graduate level. I was also raised Jewish, and I taught Hebrew school for several years!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$14
per classMeets once
40 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-8 learners per class
