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Yom Haatzmeut

Arts and Culture Resources for Yom HaAtzmaut

On Israel’s Independence Day, when most Israelis are on their way to an outdoor BBQ grill party (mangal), radio stations play a long list of familiar songs. Celebrating Yom Ha’atzmaut in US Jewish and Israeli communities usually includes a similar mix of food and music. Here are a few fun songs that everyone can enjoy on this joyous day.

Chag Same’ach!

Happy Holiday!

The Volunteers: Answering the Call of History

Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin dedicated the memorial to Machal, the volunteers from overseas who came to fight for Israel’s founding, by saying:

Israel Interactive

Bringing Israel directly and vibrantly to Jewish youth in classrooms, schools and other educational settings, the unique and user-friendly software programs of Israel Interactive provide leading-edge computer and internet-based instructional modern Israel curricula aimed at junior high and high school students. Students engage through multi-media presentations designed to address critical information and issues.

Toldot Yisrael

By capturing the personal testimonies of Jews living during the establishment of the state of Israel, Toldot Yisrael offers authentic video materials designed to enhance students' connections to Israel through momentous events in Israeli history.

Echoes of a Shofar:

Poster Tales: Yom Yerushalayim

 

 

Designed for Israel’s Independence Day throughout the years, these historical and contemporary posters offer a rare perspective into Israel’s national mood and aspirations. They reflect on the struggles, values and ideals of Israeli society.