Genesis

Sociologist Tobin Belzer’s interpretation of Parshat Miketz is reviewed in this lesson plan that features discussion questions and two active learning activities where students research about hunger relief and have a discussion about assimilation.

This lesson guide works with filmmaker Liz Nord’s interpretation of Joseph’s story in Parshat Vayigash. The lesson guide includes discussion questions, comprehension questions, active learning activities and an art activity where students write their very own movie script (ages 11 and up).

This lesson guide works with playwright Marcus Freed’s interpretation of Jacob’s family in Parshat Vayechi. The lesson guide includes comprehension and discussion questions and active learning ideas such as having students create bibliyoga, yoga positions based on Bible verses.