Establishing a State 1948

To compare this situation with Herzl’s Uganda Program and to invoke thoughts and discussion on why the two attempts at making a Jewish State outside of Israel did not work and also to teach history while creating a greater understanding of the importance of Israel to us as a people.

1. To think about the importance of dreams

2. To consider the changes throughout Herzl's life and his dream

3. To consider how we all need to dream and work to allow our dreams to become reality

Teach the story of the Lamed Hey

Teach about the struggles of Jewish Defense before the State of Israel, and the role played in the establishment of the State.

Explain that before the State of Israel, Jews had to be smuggled into

Israel, emphasize the desire of the Jews for a homeland, and the effort it took to achieve.

Goal- The Chanich will learn the story of establishing the Knesset in a fun way.

11 Slides with pics about establishing the Knesset

The following two stories of Israeli soldiers, who participated in the liberation, exemplify how the Wall has touched the hearts of Jews throughout the ages.

To teach chanachim about the hsitory of Israel and Zionism through the quiz

The Chanichim will get more knowledge about Jerusalem.

The Chanichim will understand the importance of the KOTEL as a holly place for the Jews.

The Chanichim will understand the importance of Jerusalem and it spiritual specialty.

The Chanichim will understand what the special day for Jerusalem mean.