Jerusalem: Then and Now (Grades 6-8)
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Few places in the world are so important to so many. Whether students are learning about their own or other faiths, ancient civilizations, current events, or geographical locations – Jerusalem is a place that is worthy of their time and understanding.
Video length: 20:45 minutes.
Learning Resources with this Video*
Quizzes – PDF & Online
Religions of Jerusalem
Set in Jerusalem Writing Prompt
Draw a Scene
Universal Resources
National Standards
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Classroom Ideas
Jerusalem: Then and Now
Timeline of Jerusalem
Create a timeline showing the history of Jerusalem from ancient times to modern civilization.
Mapping
Have students print out a map of Jerusalem and identify where the sites in the video are located.
International Cuisine
Explore signature foods from Israel.
Local Festivals
Have students research Israeli festivals at the local, state, and national levels.
Religion in Jerusalem
Compare/contrast the history and central beliefs of the three major religions (Judaism, Christianity and Islam) in Jerusalem.
Music
Listen to music from Israel.
Art
Draw a scene from the video you just watched.
Creative Writing
Write a story with Jerusalem as the setting. The main character could be from another country (compare and contrast characters).
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Topics Covered In This Video
Jerusalem – global location
Geography
Dome of the Rock
Abraham & monotheism
City of David
Temple Mount
Western Wall & Judaism
Gardens of Gethsemane
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Mohammed
East Jerusalem – Old City
Citadel, Tower of David, & Rampart Walk
Jewish, Muslim, Christian, & Armenian Quarters
Via Dolorosa
Yemin Moshe
Mea Shearim
West Jerusalem
The Knesset
The Israel Museum
Yad Vashem
The many religious observances
Cuisine
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