The Story of Hanukkah
4th GradeSocial Studies25 min
aligned to Ccss Ccss.ela-literacy.ri.4.4
Learning Objective
I can explain the story and traditions of Hanukkah.
Lesson Flow
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The Chanukah Shaboom! Special - Great Miracles
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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The Hanukkah story tells of how the Maccabees chased the Greeks out of the Jewish temple.
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During Hanukkah, it is tradition to eat sufganiyot (jelly donuts) and latkes.
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The miracle of Hanukkah is that the oil in the temple lasted for eight days, so we light a candle on the menorah for each of those eight nights.
Practice
3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Explain the story of Hanukkah in your own words. Be sure to mention the Maccabees and the miracle of the oil.”
Teacher Guide
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