As part of our Israel Unit Study, we looked at some Israeli currency. The Israeli new Shekel (known as simply the Israeli Shekel) is the currency of Israel, but is also used as a legal tender in the Palestinian territories of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. The new shekel is divided into 100 … Continue reading Israel Unit Study – Currency: Israeli Shekel
Working on fine and gross motor skills is an essential part of #handsonlearning. As part of our study of Israel, I thought it may be fun to try to walk like a camel. Honestly it's much harder than it looks as camels have a very interesting gait. They pace instead of trot, meaning the legs … Continue reading Walk Like a Camel – Gross Motor Activity
The Dead Sea borders Israel, the West Bank and Jordan. It is more than 400 meters below seal level and is the lowest point on dry land. It is over 1/3 salt, and this hypersaline water makes floating easy. I love science and thought this fun experiment would be a great way to teach some … Continue reading Dead Sea Salt Experiment – Learn About Density
I am a kinetic learner - meaning I learn best by physically doing something. I suspect my daughter is very similar, as she loves to "do it herself!" We are having a blast learning about Israel as we come up with fun activities that allow us to learn while having fun. I wanted to somehow … Continue reading ISRAEL Unit Study – Build a “Wailing Wall” Out of Sugar Cubes
Growing up I loved to create little outfits for my dolls. It was fun to make things for them to wear. As I have traveled the world, it's fascinating to see how different people dress. As the world becomes smaller, thanks to global media, the major differences aren't as noticeable, but there still is a … Continue reading ISRAEL Unit – Fashion Study
Our study of Israel took us to discuss the indigenous fauna of the country. Although Israel has many animals that live there, I had to pick a few to make into these fun Montessori-inspired 3-part matching cards, limited by what free photos I could find (yes, I'm cheap) and what miniatures were available. FREE Download … Continue reading ISRAEL Unit Study: Fauna – Montessori 3-Part Matching Cards
Olives are etched in Israel's history, with olive oil being an important ancient export. In conjunction with my life cycle of an olive tree, I decided to do a small sensory experience with three different types of olives found in most grocery stores (I'd love to be more eclectic, but I'm limited with what is … Continue reading Olive Tasting – Sensory Experience
Most of us are familiar with the Christian Christmas story of the three wise men who presented the baby Jesus with Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh. Most pictorial depictions show these gifts in containers. Aside from gold which many of us are familiar with, what did these gifts really look like? So I ordered up some … Continue reading Three Wise Men’s Gifts: Gold, Frankincense & Myrrh *Sensory Activity*
My kids are big on sensory play. My preschooler loves to play with handfuls of small objects, sorting, organizing and ultimately making a mess. My toddler likes playing too, but she wants to eat everything, which makes it challenging as well. I wanted to create a sensory bin that fit out Israel-themed activities. My basis … Continue reading Israel-Themed Sensory Bin / Small World #Invitation to Play
The Star of David is very important to the Jewish culture. As the most prominent religion in Israel, I found this fun craft that helps little ones recognize this symbol while providing hands on creative fun. First I glued popsicle sticks into two triangle shapes. I used the wider ones, but either will work. You … Continue reading Star of David – Popsicle Craft (Israel Unit)
