Over the course of history, Jewish women have served as leaders, changemakers, teachers, scholars, and revolutionaries. Their actions have made the world what it is today; their stories model for us how much can be accomplished when one has vision, determination, and courage.
In Iconic Jewish Women, Dr. Lavie — a former Member of Knesset, scholar, speaker, and known public figure in Israel — profiles 59 remarkable Jewish women who made their mark on history. Designed as a guide for Bat Mitzvah girls (of all ages!), she offers suggestions for creative exercises, discussion questions, and volunteer activities with organizations that match the values that each woman stood for, along with locations in Israel to ‘walk in their footsteps’ — perfect for family trips. The goal of the book is to deepen one’s Jewish identity by learning from and understanding the stories of Jewish women throughout the generations.
An inspiring resource for book clubs, youth groups, sisterhoods, and Bat Mitzvah programs.
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Nonfiction
Iconic Jewish Women: Fifty-Nine Inspiring, Courageous, Revolutionary Role Models for Young Girls
- From the Publisher
September 1, 2023
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