Presents Jewish history from the turmoil and strife of Russia in the 1880's, to the great migration to the United States, the creation of the modern State of Israel, modern American Jewish life, and life in the Diaspora.
Finally, a Jewish history book through which students can view their own lives and think about their futures! The History of the Jewish People, Volume 2 was developed and written by two esteemed scholars, Jonathan D. Sarna and Jonathan B. Krasner. This dynamic text (for grades 5-7) is a rich presentation of Jewish history from the turmoil and strife of Russia in the 1880's, to the great migration to the United States, the creation of the modern State of Israel, modern American Jewish life, and life in the Diaspora. Each chapter helps students consider how their lives compare with the lives of our ancestors, how each generation adapts Judaism to its time and place, and how the decisions of previous generations influence our own lives and decisions.
The History of the Jewish People, Volume 2 brings these times alive through a dynamic array of famous personalities, diverse source material, clear and concise charts, engaging activities, thought-provoking questions, and exciting graphics, including maps and more than 80 full-color historical and contemporary images.
Contents:
- East European Jewry, 1881-1914
- The Great Migration
- Jewish Nationalism and Zionism
- World War I
- At Home in the U.S., 1920-1940
- The British Mandate
- Europe Between the Wars
- The Holocaust
- The Birth of the Modern State of Israel
- "Making It" in America, 1945-1965
- The Diaspora Consolidates
- Israel in Our Time
- American Jewry Today
About the Series:
This is the second book in the two-volume series, The History of the Jewish People. The first volume covers ancient Israel to the United States in the 1880's.
Special Features: Each chapter includes these special features:
- The Big Picture: Presents an overview and sets the stage for the chapter theme and content
- Investigate: Poses questions for students to explore as they read
- Key Vocabulary: Highlights core words and phrases that are critical to understanding the chapter
- Map: Helps students place the historic period in geographic context
- Famous Figures: Spotlights a famous person from the historic period
- Then and Now: Encourages students to reflect on what they have learned and compare and contrast the chapter's historical period with our own time
A Glossary and detailed Index are available at the back of the book.
