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ADULT EDUCATION
"A Flickering Candle: Death and End of Life Issues"
This publication, by Dr. Livia Selmanowitz Straus, uses case studies, media, discussion, and dramatization to guide classes of adults and teenagers in struggling with critical issues regarding care of the terminally ill as dealt with by rabbis, hospital review boards, the courts, patients, and families.
Cost $4.95 (12 or more, $3.95).
Teacher's Manual, $2 (free with every 12 copies).
To order, contact the Book Service, 1 (800) 594-5617.

"Tradition and Change: The Development of Conservative Judaism"
Originally published in 1958, this publication of the USCJ and the Rabbinical Assembly is now available in paperback, with a new preface. An extended introduction by the editor, Rabbi Mordecai Waxman, is followed by classic statements by the founders and leading spokesmen of the Conservative Movement.
Cost: $14.95.
To order, contact the Book Service, 1 (800) 594-5617.

Course Guides on "Emet Ve-Emunah: The Statement of Principles of Conservative Judaism"
The guide for adults provides suggestions for guiding the discussion of a study group; the guide for youth, which uses a variety of means to engage learners on the theological issues raised by "Emet Ve-Emunah," has also been used successfully with adults.
Cost: $15.95 for each guide.
To order, contact the Book Service, 1 (800) 594-5617.

Advisory Series
Guidelines and information for day school leaders on pressing topics. Back issues available.
To order, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

Program Suggestions 5762: MITZVAH DAY AND BEYOND:
Successful programs in Hesed, Tikun Olam, Tzedakah go beyond a one day experience. Here is philosophy and social justice for the entire year in a 46 page program piece.
Cost: $2.50.
To order, contact ext. 2205.

BAR/BAT MITZVAH
"Tefillin: And You Shall Bind Them"
Written by Rabbi Martin I. Sandberg, this book for pre-bar and bat mitzvah age children provides a rationale and how-to information on Tefillin. It is richly illustrated with photographs and graphics.
Cost: $5.95.
To order, contact the Book Service, 1 (800) 594-5617.

FAMILY EDUCATION
"Beginnings - Raising a Jewish Child: Early Years"
Written by Rabbi Ronald H. Isaacs, this book takes readers through the ceremonies - traditional and new - marking early life cycle events. Explains and guides with Hebrew, translation and transliteration, and includes pertinent information to help parents make knowledgeable decisions and create an authentic Jewish home environment.
Cost: $7.90.
To order, contact the Book Service, 1 (800) 594-5617.

"Jewish Family Matters"
Written by Rabbi Ronald and Dr. Leora Isaacs, the manual offers step-by-step guidance for doing family programming.
Cost: $32.
To order, contact the Book Service, 1 (800) 594-5617.

"Shabbat Shalom"
A family activity guide to help parents and young children (nursery-grade 4) celebrate together on Friday night. May be distributed by synagogues to encourage Shabbat home observance. Available in camera-ready form.
Cost: Master copy, $25.
Packets of 10 booklets, $15.
For information on ordering, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

"A Family Activity Guide for Sukkot"
Suggestions to help parents and young children celebrate Sukkot. Contains ideas for sukkah decorating, activities, entertaining, and a home service for Sukkot. May be distributed by synagogues to enrich family home Sukkot observance. Available in camera-ready form.
Cost: Master copy, $25.
Packets of 10 booklets, $11.
For information on ordering, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

"A Family Activity Guide for Pesah"
Suggestions to help parents and young children celebrate Pesah˜. Contains activities, recipes and a guide to observance. May be distributed by synagogues to enrich family Pesah˜. observance. Available in camera-ready form.
Cost: Master copy, $25.
For information on ordering, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

"A Family Activity Guide for Shavuot"
Suggestions to help parents and young children celebrate Shavuot. Contains activities, recipes and a guide to observance. May be distributed by synagogues to enrich family home Shavuot observance. Available in camera-ready form.
Cost: Master copy, $25.
For information on ordering, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

"Into the Ark"
A structured group, family trip to the zoo that is both educational and entertaining. Created by Hana Berman and Lonna Picker; illustrated by Judy Nagle. Kit contains Activity Book, Handbook plus Appendix with supplementary materials.
Cost: Kit, $9.95;
Activity Book only, $4.85.
Quantity rates available.
To order, contact the Book Service, 1 (800) 594-5617.

"Figuring It Out Together"
(See Jewish Continuity.)

"Dapim Lamishpahah: Pages for Sharing with the Family"
Camera-ready pages for the synagogue and school bulletin, to bring Jewish learning and living into the home. Each packet contains 6 sets (12 camera-ready pages) focusing on a Jewish value, hero, or holiday.
Cost: Packet A, $30;
Packet B, $20.
For information on ordering, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

HEBREW SCHOOL CURRICULA
Advice on developing a curriculum is available from the Education Department. Call ext. 2503. HIGH

SCHOOL EDUCATION
(See "A Flickering Candle: Death and End of Life Issues" under Adult Education.)

MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION
"To Be Is To Do"
Creative, original unit in bulletin format exploring "Who is a hero?" for 11-13-year-olds. Written by Beth Huppin, it tells of the actions and beliefs of Myriam Mendilow and includes a description of "Life Line for the Old."
Cost: $3.50; 15 or more copies @ $2.00 (includes free teachers guide)
For information on ordering, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

"King of Children"
Creative, original unit in bulletin format exploring "Who is a hero?" for 11-13-year-olds. Written by Lori Forman, it recounts the dedication of Dr. Janusz Korczak in helping children in Poland during WWII and encourages concern for disadvantaged children today.
Cost: $3.50; 15 or more copies @ $2.00 (includes free teachers guide)
For information on ordering, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

NEWSLETTERS
"Shibboley Schechter"
Bulletin for Solomon Schechter Day Schools containing ideas for lay and professional day school leaders, including descriptions of programs, research, and resources.
Cost: Single copy no charge.
For information on ordering, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

"Tov L'Horot"
Designed for synagogue school principals and teachers, this publication includes descriptions of existing synagogue school programs, articles by educators, lesson plans, and resource information. Back issues with articles on videos, Purim costume-making, professionalism, Hebrew, and the like, are available.
Cost: Single copies sent at no charge to synagogue presidents, educational directors and SSDS princip als.
Additional copies at nominal charge.
For information on ordering, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

"Your Child"
Designed for parents of young children, this newsletter is published three times a year and focuses on issues, problems and goals involved in raising and educating the young Jewish child.
Cost: Individual subscription, $7.50.
Bulk rates available.
For information on ordering, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

PRE-SCHOOL
"The Nursery School Director: Functions and Responsibilities"
Outlines the functions, responsibilities and qualifications of the professional head of a Jewish pre-school. A basic guide for the job description of a nursery school director, it includes a statement regarding the role of the Nursery School Education Committee of the congregation.
Cost: Single copy, no charge.
To order, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

SPECIAL EDUCATION
"Someone is Listening"
A 28-minute VHS cassette which tells how a deaf teenager finds the world of Jewish life opening up to him. Video is signed and captioned and can be used to sensitize children and adults to the Jewish hearing impaired.
Cost: $18.
For information on ordering, contact the Education Department, ext. 2507.

TEACHER TRAINING
U-STEP
United Synagogue Teacher Enhancement Program works with congregations to design a teacher-training program that meets their needs. Engages teachers in training for 12 hours during each of two years.
For information, contact the Education Department, ext. 2510.

EARLY-STEPS
Early Childhood Educators Teacher Enhancement Program works with congregations to engage synagogue nursery school teachers in sustained teacher training. Involves 8-10 hours during each of 2 years in a format individualized to the needs of each school.
For information, contact the Education Department, ext. 2509.