Written by Aviva Werner, 11 of November, 2011

The Prize for Perseverance

Thought to be an impossible venture, Babaganewz landed an interview with Nobel Prize winner, Israeli professor Dan Shechtman, for his profound discovery of quasicrystals. Accompanying a lesson plan that teaches the value of hatmadah (perseverance), this interview depicts Shechman's story of defending his beliefs when no one else did.

An Old-Fashioned Writer, Writing in the New Digital World

Written by David Behrman, 11 of November, 2011

Trained as a lawyer, being a publisher and editor, I live in a world of words, but in today's world of flash-fast communications I needed to learn a new mantra--Just trust myself and write!

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Written by Anonymous, 10 of November, 2011

Grabbing—and Keeping—Students’ Attention

“Help kids have a great day every day and build capacity!” That’s the mantra of Eric Jensen, a super-energetic presenter whose specialty is the brain and learning. It’s the teacher’s job to foster states that drive learning. And there aren’t many that do. Jensen says that only hungry states drive learning.

Written by Behrman House Staff, 10 of November, 2011

What Does It Mean to Be God's Partner?

Perhaps you have a life partner or a partner in business. You and your dance partner may burn up the floor. Your child chooses a partner for a class game. But what does it mean to be a “partner with God”?

Written by Jessica Gurtman, 31 of October, 2011

'It's Too Crowded in Here!' Receives 2011 Sugarman Family Children's Book Award

Behrman House's own Vicki Weber received the 2011 Sugarman Family Children's Book Award on October 30 for her collection, 'It's Too Crowded in Here and Other Jewish Folktales."

Written by Anonymous, 23 of October, 2011

Teachers Learn in Bunny Slippers

Short, highly focused—and customized—webinars have helped teachers across the country build successful programs using the new Alef Bet Quest and Kol Yisrael blended learning Hebrew materials. And best of all, they are truly ‘come as you are’ because teachers can access from any location—even from the family room at home comfortably clad in pjs and bunny slippers (no one will know!).

Making Too Many Latkes: An Interview with Richard Codor

Brand new for Hanukkah, Richard Codor’s Too Many Latkes tells the tale of a mysterious man and the mayhem that ensues when he gives a magic potato to a family that needs a little help celebrating Hanukkah. Find out about his creative process, his talented family, and his latke preferences. Then get ready to make your own latkes from our recipe below.

 

Written by Anonymous, 21 of September, 2011

Help Students Learn More Hebrew and Remember It Better

Hebrew can be a challenge for young learners, especially in the supplemental school setting when some classes meet just one hour a week. A new discipline known as Mind, Brain and Education may offer some insights into learning that can help you increase the effectiveness of your program.

Written by Vicki Weber, RJE, 21 of September, 2011

Get Answers to Your Tech Support Questions

Adjusting to new technology tools can feel challenging, but you are not on your own. Here are some tips to finding answers to your tech questions, and to give us feedback on how software is working for you. We are always working to improve our materials and make sure they are easy to use.