Written by Behrman House Staff, 11 of November, 2014

Golda Meir Was Wrong

Golda Meir once compared old age to a plane flying in a storm. "Once you're aboard, there's nothing you can do." The authors of our upcoming book, Wise Aging: Living with Joy, Resilience, and Spirit see things very, very differently.

Written by Behrman House Staff, 10 of November, 2014

3 Ways to Engage Students this Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday is December 2nd. Here's how you can encourage students to get involved.

Written by Behrman House Staff, 04 of November, 2014

Woman Rabbi Marks History for Judaism

Rabbi Deborah Waxman has made her mark in history by becoming the first woman and the first lesbian to lead a major movement of Judaism - Congratulations!

Written by Behrman House Staff, 03 of November, 2014

Kveller is Right, Hebrew School IS Awesome!

Part-time Hebrew School educator, online magazine editor for Kveller, and mother of two has us convinced - Hebrew school is awesome, really.

Written by Behrman House Staff, 03 of November, 2014

Hot Topics: What Does Jewish Tradition Say About Gun Control?

In Judaism, preserving human life is valued above all other commandments. Yet, the Torah doesn’t forbid us from having dangerous things, but requires us to be responsible and to take safety precautions. Is having a gun a threat to public safety or every citizen’s right?

Written by Behrman House Staff, 03 of November, 2014

OLC Secret New Feature: Get a Head Start

As part of the changes we made to the OLC this year, there is a secret new feature for you to get a head start setting up your OLC classes--even before you purchase your licenses!

Written by Behrman House Staff, 29 of October, 2014

FREE Hebrew Practice Tools Now Available in the Online Learning Center

All classes in the Online Learning Center now get FREE access to new Hebrew practice tools.

Written by Behrman House Staff, 29 of October, 2014

Hot Topics: Should Students Criticize Israel's Policies?

Can we and our students criticize policies of the State of Israel? If so, how do we do that?

Written by Behrman House Staff, 21 of October, 2014

A Young Girl Examines Inclusion

At Harriet's old school she had a friend named Eleanor who was labeled with a disability. Harriet began to notice that everyone, classmates, teachers, and even the principal treated Eleanor differently from the rest of her peers. But why?

Written by Behrman House Staff, 20 of October, 2014

Efficient Ways to Check for Students' Understanding

Effectively monitor student learning gains with these helpful resources from edutopia.