Passover is one of the most important festivals celebrated in the Jewish calendar. It is a time to reflect upon the importance of courage, determination, faith and liberation within the Jewish community. It is a celebration of an event that took place in Egypt over 3000 years ago, when the Jew’s were liberated from slavery. They were led by Moses who was called before God to save the children of Israel from the imprisonment of the Pharaoh. The story entails many key elements which need to be understood in depth. The ten plagues, the bravery of Moses and the stubbornness of Pharaoh are just a few key features of this incredible story. I still remember learning about Passover as a child through the film ‘The Prince of Egypt’, which was one of my favourite films growing up. It was beautifully animated and has left the details of the event imprinted in my memory to this day. For a lesson at school however, there is not always time to play a two hour length film on one topic. If only there was a shorter animated film encompassing the key details of this Jewish celebration...
TrueTube may just have the answer for you if you’re looking for an engaging, creative resource on this subject matter. The film ‘Passover: Read all about it’ tells the story behind this tradition from a slightly different angle. It is told as if it were a headline on the news in the 21st century. The voice overs are a mix of journalists and interviews with key characters, being careful not to miss out any important details. The combination of animation and humour makes this resource a memorable one, evidently making the key features of this Jewish festival part of your student’s memory bank. Like watching a cartoon at home and remembering the storyline, the students will be able to recall why Moses was chosen, what God asked him to do, and how it was done. The joint interactive activity and teachers notes can also provide a good framework for revision and useful ideas for a lesson plan. The power and benefits of animation are now recognized within all areas of business and education, and can be a valuable tool within religious education.
TrueTube may just have the answer for you if you’re looking for an engaging, creative resource on this subject matter. The film ‘Passover: Read all about it’ tells the story behind this tradition from a slightly different angle. It is told as if it were a headline on the news in the 21st century. The voice overs are a mix of journalists and interviews with key characters, being careful not to miss out any important details. The combination of animation and humour makes this resource a memorable one, evidently making the key features of this Jewish festival part of your student’s memory bank. Like watching a cartoon at home and remembering the storyline, the students will be able to recall why Moses was chosen, what God asked him to do, and how it was done. The joint interactive activity and teachers notes can also provide a good framework for revision and useful ideas for a lesson plan. The power and benefits of animation are now recognized within all areas of business and education, and can be a valuable tool within religious education.