492.4

THE ADVENTURES OF PINUKI (Harpatka’otav Shel Pinuki)  (1994)

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Six animated short stories about Pinuki the dog, in Hebrew without subtitles. Based on the American books about “Spot” the dog by Eric Hill. Includes Pinuki at the Playground, Pinuki Bakes a Cake, Pinuki Visits the Fair, Pinuki Goes Out to the Garden, Pinuki Visits the Farm, and Pinuki Goes on a Picnic. Note: This video was produced for Israeli children. Therefore, the Hebrew spoken is at a higher level of difficulty than the age for which this film is intended (2-6). Teachers must preview.

In Hebrew. 40 min.  AGE: Intended for 2 to 6

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ALEPH-BET TELETHON  (Shalom Sesame, Show 9)  (1991)

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The letters on Rechov Sumsum have all disappeared. Join Jerry Stiller and Kippi as they hold a telethon to raise all 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet. Watch Joan Rivers, Nell Carter, Jeremy Miller, Tracey Gold and Itzhak Perlman as they call in special letter donations. Study guide available.

30 min.  AGE: 5 to 10

492.4

BASIC HEBREW  (1985)

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An introductory course to the Hebrew language, this video is designed to teach about 1,000 words in 15 lessons. Note: No previous knowledge of Hebrew is required.

2 cassettes. 1 hr. 21 min. and 1 hr.  AGE: 14 to Adult

492.4

CAPS FOR SALE  (1993)

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Hebrew version of a humorous American children's story about a cap seller who runs across some mischievous monkeys. After the Hebrew version, the story is done in English as well. Based on the children’s book Caps for Sale by Esther Slobodkin. Study guide available. Note: Easy Hebrew. The age of the audience will depend upon their mastery of Hebrew.

In Hebrew and English. 5 min.  AGE: 6 to 12

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CHAVA ALBERSTEIN IN SONG  (1987)

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Israeli vocalist Chava Alberstein sings a beautiful mixture of songs including songs of love and yearning, a lullaby, and an homage to Edith Piaf. This is not a concert performance. Rather, each song is presented separately, with the backgrounds of different colorful sets including pantomimes, clowns and actors.

In Hebrew with subtitles. 36 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult

Set in 1947-1948 Palestine, this drama is based on the true story of the romance between a beautiful young Israeli woman and the Arab man she falls in love with. Miriam works in her mother’s restaurant in Tel Aviv and meets George, a debonair Arab from Jaffa at a security check point. George learns where she works and pursues her – and their mutual attraction and compatibility lead them into a romantic relationship. Unfortunately for the two of them, Miriam’s brother is active in the Haganah and George’s friends want to rid Palestine of Jews. When the UN declares Israel a state, tensions and gunfire erupt, and the pair separate. Eventually, they decide to flee the country together but the Haganah and Lechi movements have been watching them (fearing Miriam is a traitor) and tragedy strikes.

In Hebrew with subtitles.  1 hr. 30 min.  AGE:  13 to Adult

492.4

ELIEZER AND THE CARROT (Eliezer Vehagezer)  (1994)

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Four of the most beloved tales of Israeli author Levin Kipnis are given new life in this charming film. Includes Eliezer and the Carrot, The Chick Who Went to Look for a Different Mother, Father’s Big Umbrella, and The Tale of the Hat. Note: As this video was produced for Israeli children, the Hebrew spoken is at a higher level of difficulty than the age for which this is intended (3-8). Teachers must preview.

In Hebrew. 35 min.  AGE: Intended for 3 to 8

492.4

FUN WITH THE ALEFBET!  (1993)

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Very humorous children’s video which teaches the Hebrew alphabet. Ventriloquist Jonathan Geffner teaches the Hebrew letters and vowels, as well as some words, with his whimsical puppet partners Shmendrik, Ezra, Yosi, Chippy and Aunt Sarah.

40 min.  AGE: 4 to 10

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GANENU: A CHILD’S GARDEN OF JUDAISM  (1990)

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Features tradition-oriented content and Torah-centered value through the use of animation and puppetry. Only two tapes were produced—the first dealing with the Hebrew letter Aleph and the second with Bet.

2 cassettes. 23 min. ea.  AGE: 3 to 6

492.4

GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS (Zahava V’Shaloshet Hadoobim)  (n.d.)

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Animated Israeli version of the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears with songs interspersed. Note: The Hebrew level is too difficult for most American students at the age level for which the video is intended.

In Hebrew.50 min.  AGE: 5 to 10

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HA AFIKOMAN (The Afikomen)  (1987)

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This joyous animated film takes you into the home of a family as they prepare for and participate in the seder. It depicts the blessings over the candles and matzah, the four questions, "Dayenu" and "Had Gadya." Highlighting the action are scenes where the children find the afikomen. Study guide available.

In Hebrew. 11 min.  AGE: 5 to 10

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HA RA'ASHAN (The Gragger)  (1988)

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A young boy finds a magical gragger which works only when the name of Haman is mentioned. Purim customs are simply illustrated as the mystery is unraveled through animation and song. Study guide available.

In Hebrew. 10 min.  AGE: 5 to 10

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HA SEVIVON (The Dreydel)  (1977)

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An animated Hebrew film without captions—for a primary-elementary level—utilizes a limited Hebrew vocabulary. It is a charming story about a dreydel that goes from house to house in search of a child to play with him. Study guide available.

In Hebrew. 8 min.  AGE: 5 to 10

492.4

HANALE AND THE SHABBAT DRESS (Chanele VeSimlat HaShabbat) and

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BERELE, BERELE  (n.d.)

Two separate stories are presented in this Hebrew children’s video. The first, commonly known as Hanale’s Sabbath Dress (28 min.), was written by Yitzhak Dmi’el and is a classic of Israeli children’s literature. It is about Hanale, whose mother makes her a new white dress for Shabbat—which she soils when doing a mitzvah for an old man. The second narrative, Berele, Berele (25 min.), is about a boy who invites friends for his fifth birthday party. Note: The Hebrew level is too difficult for most American students at the age level for which the videos are intended.

In Hebrew .53 min. total.  AGE: 5 to 10

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HOMELAND  (n.d.)

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Produced for Israel Educational Television, this video was the first in an 8-part series about the history of Jewish settlement in the land of Israel—from the early 19th century through 1948. The format presents Israeli actors who bring to life Jews living in Eretz Yisrael at different time periods. This first video has two segments, each about settlers from the early 19th century. The first deals with Moses Montifiore and his wife and their involvement with Eretz Yisrael in 1827. The second looks at Ashkenazic Jews arriving in Palestine in 1817 and their relationship with the Sephardim who were already living there. Note: This is the only part of the series available to us—therefore giving it limited use. Teachers may wish to use it for Ulpan or Hebrew language students. Teachers should check the level of Hebrew. It may be suitable for 8th grade day school or a high school level.

In Hebrew. 50 min.  AGE: 12 to Adult *

* Depends on Hebrew level

Israeli Hebrew and English sing-along with singer Ariela Savir and puppet, Hoply Toply. Hoply looks like a “big red tomato-ball” with a face. Dialogue is all in Hebrew with no subtitles, and songs are in Hebrew and English. Songs are intended to teach some basic Hebrew words. Note: This video will not hold the attention of American children. It is intended for preschoolers and kindergarten, but the Hebrew dialogue will stand in the way. Ariela Savir has an unusual voice with very little modulation in vocal tone or facial expression. The puppet is amateurish with a moving flap for a mouth. Israeli children may have difficult with this one as well.

In Hebrew & English.  46 Min.  AGE:  2 to 5

492.4

HORA'AT HA'TEFILAH  (1990)

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This Hebrew video accompanies a curriculum in Hebrew containing readiness/ preparation (for Te’filah), concepts, integrating with other curriculum strands and school “Tefilah assemblies,” sources and related materials, and sheets for making transparencies. The video is divided into three parts, each meant to be used separately. The first skit shows what the affect of prayer can do for you [high school and older]. The second skit called “Angels” is a humorous view of someone imagining where prayers are received in the heavens, showing the different types of prayer [junior high - high school]. The third part is wordless and shows scenes of different types of Jews coming to pray at the kotel—and the study guide provides related questions for the students. Note: The Hebrew in the video is too advanced for American students. The curriculum itself can be adapted to American schools, but users must be fluent in Hebrew. Curriculum binder can be found in the CJL Creativity Center.

In Hebrew. 15 min.  AGE: Adult

492.4

HOW TO READ HEBREW (AND LOVE IT!)  (1995)

How

In twenty lessons this video teaches how to read phonetic Hebrew. The lessons are arranged in alphabetical order with vowels introduced in the first ten lessons. Opportunity is provided in each lesson to practice reading aloud. Note: It can be used as a co-curricular tool in the classroom or for individual use.

2 hrs.  AGE: Adult