Number the Stars Assignment - Nonfiction Research Jewish New Year Web Quest

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Number The Stars Assignment Non-Fiction Research Jewish New Year Web Quest - In chapter 6 of Lois Lowry's novel, Number The Stars, we learn that Ellen's family will soon be celebrating the Jewish New Year. The novel does not provide much detail about the celebrations, but the reader knows it is very important to the Rosens. After reading this chapter, you can have students do some independent online research to understand the customs and traditions of the Jewish New Year (Rosh Hashanah) with this ready-to-use web quest.

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➡️ Jewish New Year Non-Fiction Research Assignment Web Quest Outline: This outline asks students to visit three different websites (one is a video and YouTube is required). Students will define terms related to the Jewish New Year, answer questions related to their reading/viewing, and will even have the chance to put themselves in the Rosens' shoes by reflecting on their year and setting goals for the future, which is a New Year's custom.

➡️ Answer Key For Non-Fiction Research Assignment: This answer key makes it fast and easy for you to review and assess your students' work.

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>>>This resource is included in my unit plan for the novel!


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