This page provides links to a variety of topics involving Purim. Includes the "mitzvot of Purim" and a description of why Jews wear masks on the holiday.

Discover answers to frequently asked questions about converting to Judaism.

Defines Yom Kippur. Discusses kaparot, atonement, treatment of food and clothing.

A large primary source collection from the Harry Truman Library; communications surrounding the establishment of the state of Israel.

The Atlanta Jewish Times provides news and information about Jewish affairs with emphasis on the Atlanta metropolitan area.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This informational text passage shares basic facts about the Holocaust. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and strategies and establishes scaffolding...

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[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read about Judaism as a monotheistic religion. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

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[Free Registration/Login Required] Historical fiction about a boy named Ulrich living in Amsterdam in 1940 and his Jewish friends who stop coming to school. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading...

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[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the three branches of Judaism: Orthodox Judaism, Conservative Judaism, and Reform Judaism. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This passage is an excerpt from Pictures of Jewish Home-LifeFifty Years Ago and describes how the winter weather in Jerusalem impacts the Sabbath. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that...

This Jewish Virtual Library site discusses why the Jews are the chosen people and how Jews and non-Jews feel about the status.

The mezuzah can be found on the doorposts of many Jewish homes. This small case is a constant reminder of God's presence and God's commandments. Read about its other significance in this article.

The text of the United Nations resolution to partition Palestine, making an Arab state, a Jewish state, and an international Jerusalem.

President Truman explains the United States' position and recommendations on the issue of Palestine once the British mandate was to end.

This site from the Jewish Virtual Library describes the evidence of America's support of plans to partition Palestine and discusses why some Americans opposed the idea.

Yellow Badges, Stars & Markings during the Holocaust are described and shown on this page and its corresponding linked pages.

The Central Bureau of Statistics presents a chart from 1882-2000 of the Jewish Population in Israel and across the world.

Map of routes to move Jews to killing centers in Poland during its German occupation. Includes short description.

Ghettos of the Holocaust are described on the linked pages. Photographs of many of the ghettos are included.

Discusses the history of the demarcation lines between Israel and Syria--lines which in part caused the June War.