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$content='<p><b>Dig Deeper This Year!</b><br>

  Participate in our Archaeological Dig<br>

The Education Department is pleased to offer an archaeological dig for school 

  groups. Elementary school students dig up the past and explore 

  ancient civilizations in a specially designed gallery. Through excavating replicas 

  of ancient artifacts and the careful recording and analysis of information, 

  this interactive experience enables students to evaluate past human culture 

  and behavior.</p>

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<p><b>Digging Through Time 1</b> <br>

  Grades k-2<br>

  The thrill of archaeological discovery comes to life through a dig. While excavating 

  pottery, architectural ruins, metalwork and glasswork, students evaluate change 

  over time and learn how societies lived. This program is an enhanced version 

  of Sandbox Archeology and includes an art activity.</p>

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<p><b>Digging Through Time 2</b> <br>

  Grades 3-6<br>

  Piece together a large puzzle of the past by participating in an archaeological 

  dig. Students discover different historical time periods and draw and support 

  conclusions about people in ancient times by excavating artifacts and architectural 

  ruins. This program includes an art activity.</p>

<p>

 <b>Camels and Caravans: Daily Life in Ancient Israel</b><br>

  Grades k-3<br>

  What was it like to live in the first century CE? This interactive, hands-on 

  exhibition for students allows them to use all five senses to experience life 

  in the ancient world. Visitors dine in a Roman-style home and take a trip to 

  the market, where they can smell the spices of the Middle East, learn about 

  trade routes, try their hand at the alphabets of the ancient world and much 

  more. This tour allows students to interact with ancient artifacts from the 

  Museum\'s collection, as well as historically-accurate recreations, including 

  costumes, furniture and pottery. Lots to do and touch!</p>

<p>

 <b>Adventures in the Ancient World</b> <br>

  Grades 3-6<br>

  Learn about the mysteries of ancient life and the basic needs of all people 

  for food, shelter and spiritual life by examining ancient artifacts in the Museum\'s 

  collection. Students evaluate how the Jewish people were able to retain their 

  traditions and values, while still adopting from and adapting to the customs 

  and artistic styles of a dominant culture. This program includes a related art 

  activity.</p>

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  <b>Immigration to America</b><br>

  Grades 3-6<br>

  What motivates people to immigrate to a new land? What might they carry in their 

  hearts and in their suitcases to adapt to and adopt their new home? These questions 

  and others are addressed as students explore Jewish immigrant experiences. Participants 

  look at customs and material culture by examining artifacts and historical photographs 

  that were brought to America in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Discussions 

  and hands-on activities encourage students to consider the challenges faced 

  by immigrants who settled in America.</p>

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  <b>Understanding the Holocaust Through Art and Artifacts</b><br>

  Grade 5-6<br>

  What were the origins of anti-Semitism leading up to the Holocaust and the impact 

  of Nazi tyranny on individuals and communities? By examining artifacts, historical 

  documents and works of art, students learn about the power of prejudice and 

  the dangers of a society in which blind hatred is left uncontrolled. Emphasis 

  is placed on the importance of social responsibility and the ways in which individuals 

  can make a difference.</p>

<p>

  <b>Paintings Tell Stories</b><br>

  Grades 3-6<br>

  What can a painting tell us about experience and identity? By analyzing important 

  artworks from the Museum\'s permanent and temporary exhibitions, students 

  gain insight into many aspects of Jewish history and rituals. Carefully chosen 

  works explore issues that can relate to many cultures. Students analyze the 

  artist\'s choice of color, form, materials and other elements of art that 

  support the meaning of the work. Participants create works of art, illustrating 

  subjects and stories connected to their own culture. <br>

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<p><b>Festival of Lights: A Multicultural Celebration</b> <br>

  Grades 3 - 6<br>

  Light has been used in rituals throughout the centuries to transmit feelings 

  of spirituality, illumination and energy. This program explores a variety of 

  holidays celebrated in December and January that use light as an integral part 

  of their celebration: Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and others. Teachers who 

  schedule a class visit will receive a copy of <i>Celebrate Hanukkah with Me</i> by 

  Shari Faden Donahue, illustrated by Monica Saurman. Students in this class create 

  a spiritual object inspired by light.</p>


<p><b>School Programs in Conjunction with Special Exhibitions</b><br><br>
<b>Focus on the Soul: The Photographs of Lotte Jacobi</b></a><br>

  February 6 - April 11, 2004<br>

  Grades 3-12<br>

 Students will view over 80 vintage prints by the German-American photographer Lotte Jacobi that showcase her contribution to the history of photography - a profession relatively open to women during the Weimar era in Germany. Among Jacobi\'s subjects are some of the most remarkable figures in German and American art and culture, including Albert Einstein and Marc Chagall.
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