School:
Catholic , Government , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religion and Society , Texts and Traditions
Being Jewish in the 21st Century helps students understand the many shared traits and interests of all young Australians, regardless of their religious backgrounds. This program uses the narratives and photographs of a young Australian Jew to teach participants about contemporary Jewish life.
School:
Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Jewish Studies
Calling Australia Home tells the story of Jewish life in Australia since the arrival of the first Jewish convicts about the First Fleet in 1788. It looks at the unique situation of Jews in this country through three lenses – migration and diversity, context and conditions, and community life; considers the successive waves of Jewish migration; and explores the impact of these demographic changes. Many of the stories featured illustrate the intersection of Jewish culture and the Australia context and how these combined to shape our community today.
School:
Catholic , Government , Non-denominational
Subject:
Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development
In this hands-on activity, younger students are given the freedom to explore the Museum’s Belief and Ritual gallery. Each child is given an object which they can touch, open and investigate, and a specific question sheet accompanies each item.
This activity is appropriate for a range of year levels from years 3 – 6 and is organised to allow each student to respond to it at their own pace and in their own way.
School:
Catholic , Government , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religious Education
In this delectable program, students come together to taste a variety of traditional foods; hear the stories about their associated festivals; and how modern Jewish families celebrate these annual milestones.
School:
Catholic , Government , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religion and Society , Religious Education , Sacred Texts and Sacred Stories , Texts and Traditions
Students participate in and retell the story of Passover in a manner that re-enacts the way in which the festival is celebrated in Jewish homes. This is an experiential activity where some students read from a script, and all students taste ceremonial foods.
School:
Catholic , Government , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religion and Society , Texts and Traditions
By discussing an item of personal, cultural or religious significance from their own lives and comparing it with items in students' own homes, our education guides provide insights into Jewish life while exploring the impact of history and social attitudes.
School:
Catholic , Government , Jewish , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Diversity & Identity , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development
This program offers students a hands-on, tactile exploration of a personal World War One story. Through a soldier’s suitcase and its contents, donated to the Museum by the family of Dalbert Hallenstein, students can put together the heartbreaking human story of war. This is a unique opportunity for students to understand the role of research and make a contribution.
School:
Catholic , Government , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religion and Society , Religious Education , Sacred Texts and Sacred Stories , Texts and Traditions
Step inside the historic St Kilda Hebrew Congregation as part of the Museum experience, and provide your students with a meaningful framework for their studies and discussions. While leading you through this magnificent building, our education guide will answer questions about Judaism, and explain the way the synagogue is used and managed today.
School:
Catholic , Government , Islamic , Jewish , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religion and Society , Texts and Traditions
Explore the Timeline of Jewish History and see a selection of objects come to life. The student-focused augmented reality experience can be accessed at any time via our Virtual Museum Tour. Then download the accompanying free learning activities and give students an engaging remote museum experience.
School:
Catholic , Government , Islamic , Jewish , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religion and Society , Religious Education , Texts and Traditions
Our doors may be closed, but we’re still illuminating Jewish life and ensuring access to our important education programs. Lead by expert Museum educators, our live online incursions give students the opportunity to interact and ask questions. We have a wide variety of modules available that can be tailored to suit age and curriculum needs.
