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Lesson Plans - 5th Grade

HANUKKAH: A Mini-Unit

Students will understand why Hanukkah is important to the Jewish people.

2. Students will be able to recognize that symbols and customs have meaning in celebrations. They help us remember what we are celebrating.

Oy! Hanukkah!

In prior classes, teach “Oh, Hanukkah! Oh, Hanukkah!” and the Dreidel Song to be sung. I found a menorah at a thrift store [they are common there]. I may have started the lesson by lighting the menorah, even taking turns using the “little helper”.

The Chanukah Mystery Webquest

You are an investigator with the Gefilte Fish Detective Agency.

You just got a phone call with your next case. Mr Blum was cleaning out his basement and he found a box labeled Chanukah. Inside, he found dreidels, a recipe for latkes, and a large collection of chanukiot. Some of the chanukiot look a little funny to him – and he’s not sure which ones he’s allowed to use. Chanukah is coming and he needs answers fast!

CHANUKAH SCAVENGER HUNT

Four websites give the answers to questions on Chanukah.

Menorah Banner

Chanukah is celebrated by Jewish people around the world. Honor the Festival of Lights by hand-crafting a beautiful banner.