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Z Holiday History: Hanukkah for Teens (One Time Class)
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
The eight-day Jewish celebration known as Hanukkah or Chanukah commemorates the rededication during the second century B.C. of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, where according to legend Jews had risen up against their Greek-Syrian oppressors in the Maccabean Revolt. Hanukkah, which means “dedication” in Hebrew, begins on the 25th of Kislev on the Hebrew calendar and usually falls in November or December. Often called the Festival of Lights, the holiday is celebrated with the lighting of the...
As a Social Sciences teacher I enjoy educating students about different holidays, their true meanings, the history, and the significance. In all of my Social Studies classes I have taken a day out of the normal routine to explain and educate students about significant dates from a historical perspective. I also teach high school World Religion and have a Ph.D. in Religious Studies.
No materials other than paper and pen are needed for this class, and a desire to have fun learning. I would suggest a headset or earbuds with a microphone, a comfortable place to learn, and some water in case they become thirsty as there are no breaks during this class.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Please note that if there are 0 students after the first 10 minutes of the live online class, the class will be canceled. I follow Outschool's refund policy: "Full refund until a week in advance, or within 24 hours of purchase." Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Sorry, no transfers.
History Channel: Hannukah History, National Geographic: How Hannukah is celebrated, and Culture & Secular Jewish Association: Hannukah. I also have a doctorate in Religious Studies.
👋 Howdy, Aloha, Bonjour, Namaste, Oi, Kon'nichiwa, Hola, Bonsaw, Salve, Shalom, & G'Day, & Hello There, ✨️ Are you brand new to Outschool? Is this your teen's first class? If so, use promo code DRKAIKA2020 at checkout after enrolling your teen...
Group Class
$15
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 11 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-15 learners per class