Chaye Sara

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Middah/
Jewish Value

Activity

Early Years &
Foundation Stage
0 - 5
Rivkah not only gives Eliezer water to drink but also gives all his camels water -
Being kind to animals
Tell the story of the parashah about Rivkah giving the camels water and talk about kindness to animals. Ask the children how they could be kind to pets etc.
Key Stage 1
5 - 8
Yitzchak and Yishmael make peace and come together to bury their father Avraham -
Making peace
Put the children into groups. They prepare playlets to illustrate a scenario called 'Making Peace', from their experiences in home/school/club.
Key Stage 2
8 - 11
Eliezer thanks Hashem for making his journey successful. He has found a wife for Yitzchak -
Gratitude
See Bibliography - General

Read the story 'A Snake on Trial' from 'Seven Animal Stories for Children' and discuss the 'Thinking Thoughts' at the end of the story.