Kidz Klub Connection 49
Hello Kidz Klub!
Happy Friday! We did it! We finished another virtual learning week together! I’m so proud of you all!
I hope you’ve enjoyed our travels together. Starting June 1st. We will travel to 2 countries a week on Tuesdays and Thursday. We will still have Story Time with Miss Trudy on Thursdays, so stay tuned!
So far for Where in The World !! we journeyed to our first 3 Middle Eastern countries: Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan. We learned about their history, culture & language, cuisine, and other fun facts. We were introduced to important citizens, visited famous landmarks, and watched videos of regional recipes.
But, we are not done yet. We have one more country to explore before we depart our virtual airplane for the weekend. Let’s go to our final stop this week: Israel!
Be Safe. Be healthy. Enjoy!
Take good care.
Miss Charisse
Let's Learn About Israel!
History:
Did you know … The State of Israel is a country in southwestern Asia on the eastern side of the Mediterranean Sea. Israel became an independent country in 1948. Israel is the only Jewish country, and Jews all over the world think of Israel as their spiritual home. The country's history goes back thousands of years, to ancient times. Two world religions, Judaism and Christianity, began here. It is the place where the Jewish nation and religion first grew. Jews and Christians call it the Holy Land, because it is the place of many events described in the Bible, and because some commandments of Jewish law can be accomplished only on its soil.
Culture & Language:
Did you know … Israel is about the size of the state of New Jersey. More than half of the population lives on the narrow coastal plain near the Mediterranean Sea to the west. The Dead Sea between Israel and Jordan is the lowest point on the Earth's surface at 1,365 feet (416 meters) below sea level. Israel's population is about 75 percent Jewish; most of the rest is Arab. About 20 percent of Israelis adhere to about 600 rules from their religion that concern their daily lives. Traditional Jewish people take off Shabbat, or a day of rest, which begins on Friday at sundown and continues through Saturday evening. Stores are closed and work isn't permitted on Shabbat. When Jewish boys reach 13 years old, they have a large celebration called a bar mitzvah after which they are allowed to make their own religious decisions. Girls celebrate their own version of this rite of passage called bat mitzvah when they are 12.
Jerusalem, Israel:
Did you know … The city of Jerusalem has existed for over 3,000 years. It was first established as the site of an important Jewish temple. Since then, Jews, Christians and Muslims have all attempted to stake their claim to this holiest of cities. Most of the sightseeing attractions in Jerusalem lie in the Old City along the eastern boundary of town. The Old City is divided into Arab, Jewish, Christian and Armenian quarters. Visitors can stroll along these medieval streets, transitioning between major religious icons in a matter of minutes.
Famous Landmarks:
Did you know … While steeped in political strife, there's no denying that the country of Israel holds claim to ancient history which has meaning to people all over the world. No matter your religious background, Israel is an amazing place to visit and its landmarks are unlike anything else in the world. Visitors with limited time in the country should prioritize these stops, which together display the essence of Israel's history, culture, and beauty.
Famous Citizens:
Did you know … The first name that comes to your mind at the mention of Israel might be the beautiful supermodel, Bar Rafaeli, but Israel is more than just a sea of pretty faces! Israelis are known to be intelligent, witty and astute people and that is why their nation has the highest standard of living among the countries in the Middle East. Whatever lifestyles the Israelis follow, they are doing something right for this nation boasts of having one of the world’s longest life expectancies. When intelligent, hard-working and long-living people live in a country they contribute not just towards the building of their own nation, but also towards the world.
Fun Facts
Did you know …
- The official languages are Hebrew and Arabic.
- The currency here is the Israeli Shekel.
- Israel is the only Jewish state on Earth and home to more Jews than anywhere else in the world.
- The Dead Sea in Israel is the lowest point on earth, at 1,315 feet below sea level at its lowest point.
Here are silly computer jokes to make you giggle:
Did you know that Israel is very good at making technology that goes into computers?
Q: What did the spider do on the computer?
A: Made a website!
Q: What did the computer do at lunchtime?
A: Had a byte!
Q: What does a baby computer call his father?
A: Data!
Q: Why did the computer keep sneezing?
A: It had a virus!
Q: Why was the computer cold?
A: It left its Windows open!
Q: Why did the computer squeak?
A: Because someone stepped on it's mouse!
Here are some videos of Israel...
Shalom Sesame: Grover in Jerusalem
Best Things for Kids to do in Israel
Jordanian Foods!
Israel's culinary traditions comprise foods and cooking methods that span three thousand years of history. Over that time, these traditions have been shaped by influences from Asia, Africa and Europe, and religious and ethnic influences have resulted in a culinary melting pot. It incorporates many foods traditionally included in other Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, such as falafel, hummus, couscous, certain kinds of fruits and vegetables, dairy products and fish.
