Mrs.+Weinstock+-+Hebrew

October 29, 2009 Shalom Kitah Alef Students and Parents, This year is getting off to a great start. Students are beginning to recognize Hebrew letters and are even able to read //real// Hebrew words! Ask your child how to say “Daddy” in Hebrew. Ask, “what do we call the helper candle on the Hanukah Menorah?” “What is the meaning of //po// and //sham//? These are just some examples of what we are learning in class. A letter was sent home (via students, please ask them if you did not see it!) explaining how to download and use the computer component to our textbook. It is a fun interactive review of the lessons we learn in class and is also an excellent way to become familiar with the geography of Israel. Please be sure to install this program; the CD is attached to the back of every textbook. I will ask students to review class lessons using this CD at home. It is also a fun way for parents to see (and learn) what their children are doing in school. I am asking students to practice and review their Hebrew reading lesson of the week for **5 minutes per night.** Computer Hebrew practice is included in this time slot. This is a standing homework assignment. This is not a lot of time to ask of students who are already tightly scheduled and busy. Review and practice is the only way to remember the letters and vowels. We meet one hour per week and our goal is to become good Hebrew readers and language de-coders by year’s end. We need everyone to work a little at home so that we can accomplish our goal! If you have questions or comments, please leave me a message at the school office. B’Shalom, Morah (Teacher) Ronna Weinstock