For nearly three thousand years, the black Jews of Ethiopia–known as the Falashas–maintained their faith and their identity in the face of drought, famine, and tribal war. They were indeed the lost tribe, tracing their ancestry to King Solomon and the queen of Sheba. Then in May 1991, these Ethiopian…
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CELEBRATE PASSOVER WITH SAMMY SPIDER AND THE LITTLEST FROG.
Parents and children, and teachers and students may enjoy visiting my other posts about Passover. And, enjoy Sammy Spider activities too! Just click here! Hag Sameach, Sylvia THREE YOUTUBE VIDEOS – THE LITTLEST FROG, PASSOVER SHAPES, AND SAMMY SPIDER’S FIRST PASSOVER ARE NEXT: Location 2020 Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA 90101United States…
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Teaching Thanksgiving with Respect for Native Americans
It is important to understand that when we wish to study or teach another culture in a respectful and sensitive manner, it is best to learn from representatives of that ethnic group. As a Jewish early childhood educator, I hope that if our community expects sensitivity and respect for our…
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“…delighted with this Jewish ABC book”
Fans of the Sammy Spider series will be delighted with this Jewish ABC book that presents young children with various scenes of Jewish life that align with the English alphabet — all from the point of view of little Sammy Spider. As in all the previous books, the collage and…
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SAMMY SPIDER’S FIRST ABC, an interview with the author
What inspired you to create an ABC book with your iconic Sammy Spider? During the Covid 19 shutdown, I home schooled 3 of my grandchildren so their parents could work. The children were aged 4, 4, and 6. As a retired early childhood educator, I was comfortable with the responsibilities. The grandchildren…
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Purim, Shushan “Bird” Town and My Educational Philosophy
My educational philosophy developed over time. I taught for over 30 years. I began my career as an assistant nursery school teacher when I graduated from college. My head teacher, Bernice Lieberman, was my mentor. She knew how to engage children with her story telling. She also managed to inspire…
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