To work with the Maccabee Award candidate, the parent/adult partner and/or counselor should have access to resource materials serving two functions: (1) those providing background reading for the adult on the full gamut of subject matter treated in this guidebook and (2) items offering pertinent print and non-print matter on the general level of the Tiger Cubs. It is more than likely that most of the necessary literature is available locally in the library of a synagogue. Jewish school, Jewish community center, or private collector. Some university and public libraries also have serviceable Judaica collections.
The following readily available works fulfill the first of the above functions. The addresses of publishers are listed in appendix A.
The Complete Book Jewish Observance, by Leo Trepp, Behrman House, Inc. West Orange, N.J.
In addition, it is strongly recommended that the parent/ partner/counselor consult one or more of the following:
The Jewish Kids Catalog, by Chaya M. Burstein, Jewish Publication society, Philadelphia, Pa.
1,001 Questions and Answers about Judaism, by David C. Gross, Doubleday and Co., Garden City, N.Y.
A Book Jewish Concepts, by Philip Birnbaum, Hebrew Publishing Co., New York, N.Y.
The Jewish Book of Why, first and second volumes, by Alfred J. Kolatch, Jonathan David Publishers, Middle Village, N.Y.
The Jewish Home, a pamphlet series, by Daniel B. Syme, Union of American Hebrew Congregations, New York, N.Y.
To Be a Jew, by Hayim H. Donin, Basic Books, New York, N.Y.
The Lifetime of a Jew, by Hayim Schauss, Union of American Hebrew Congregations, New York, N.Y.
When a Jew Celebrates, by Harry Gersh, Behrman House, West Orange, N.J.
Seasons of Our Joy--A Handbook of Jewish Festivals, by Arthur I. Waskow, Bantam Books, New York, N.Y.
How to Run a Traditional Jewish Household, by Blu Greenberg, Simon and Schuster, New York, N.Y.
The Complete Family Guide to Jewish Holidays, by Dalia H. Renberg, Adama Books, New York, N.Y.
The works of Gross and Kolatch deal with a host of topics in question and answer form. Since these are well indexed, it is easy to locate the contents.
To simplify the research process for the parent/partner or counselor, the appropriate page numbers from selected volumes have been included under various subjects featured in the present guide.
In order to provide appropriate print and nonprint material that can be understood by Tiger Cubs, it would be extremely helpful to have on hand one or more of the shared family learning resources listed below. Some, particularly the Home Start series, are filled with ready-made stories, activities, craft ideas, music, games, etc. for use by Tiger Cubs.
I. Books and Other Print Items
A. For information on the Jewish holidays and life cycle:
Home Start, a subscription series, from Behrman House, West Orange, N.J.
My Very Own Jewish Home, by Andrew Goldstein, Kar-Ben Copies, Rockville, Md.
A First Book of Jewish Holidays, by Sophia N. Cedarbaum, Union of American Hebrew Congregations, New York, N.Y.
Exploring Our Living Past, Behrman House. A set of student material, 28 stories, worksheets, activity booklets, a teacher's manual which also features a parent's guide, and a 12-inch long playing record.
The Learning Center Book of Jewish Holidays and Symbols, Grades 1-3, by Deborah Levy and Audrey F. Marcus, Alternatives in Religious Education, Inc., Denver, Colo. Primarily for teacher use.
Our Holidays, by Miriam Schlein, Behrman House. Eight full color booklets on the major Jewish festivals . (These are also included in the Home Start subscription series.)
A Picture Book of Jewish Holidays, by David A. Adler, Holiday House, New York, N.Y.
B. For information on Jewish symbols, objects, and vocabulary:
Inside the Synagogue, revised edition, by Joan G. Sugarman and Grace R. Freeman, Union of American Hebrew Congregations, New York, N.Y.
The Learning Center Book of Jewish Holidays and Symbols. (See above.)
See and Sanctify--Exploring Jewish Symbols, a kit containing pictures, explanations, fables, crafts projects, etc. about seven Jewish symbols, Yeshiva University Museum, New York, N.Y.
Stories of Jewish Symbols, by Molly Cone, Union of American Hebrew Congregations, New York, N.Y.
Let's Learn about Jewish Symbols, Alternatives in Religious Education, Denver, Colo.
Especially Jewish Symbols, a combination song book and tape. Alternatives in Religious Education, Denver, Colo.
C. For information on Jewish personalities:
Happy Times With Bible Rhymes, by Tamar Grand, Ktav Publishing House.
Leaders of Our People, Volume 1, by Joseph Gumbiner, U.A.H.C.
Builders of Israel, Activity Funbook, by Philip Perlmutter, Ktav Publishing House.
D. For information on the Jewish Community:
My Very Own Jewish Community, by Judyth S. Groner and Madeline Wikler, Kar-Ben Copies, Rockville, Md.
II. Filmstrips and Other Nonprint Aids
Budget permitting, or with the assistance of a local Jewish school or bureau of Jewish education, consider using these filmstrips, among others:
High Holidays for Kindergarten and Primary Grades, Union of American Hebrew Congregations, New York, N.Y.
Sukkot and Simhat Torah, Union of American Hebrew Congregations, New York, N.Y.
Birthday of the Almond Tree, Union of American Hebrew Congregations, New York, N.Y.
Three Sacred Objects of Judaism, Bureau of Jewish Education, Los Angeles, Calif.
There are also numerous records, puzzles, games, gameboards, and other interesting audiovisual aids on the market which can be of help toward meeting or going beyond the requirements. It is recommended that the counselor or parent seeking such items turn for guidance to:
Materials Resource Guide for Jewish Education National
Educational Resource Center
730 Broadway
New York, NY 10003
212-529-2000
and to local synagogues, boards of Jewish education and Jewish schools.
III. Works on Arts and Crafts
Let's Celebrate--57 Jewish Holiday Crafts, by Ruth E. Brinri, Kar Ben Copies, Rockville, Md.
Integrating Arts and Crafts in the Jewish School, a step-by-step guide by Carol Tauben and Edith Abrahams, Behrman House, West Orange, N.J. Contains both innovative and traditional art forms and background and dialogue sections to help the counselor introduce each project. Includes illustrated instructions.
Arts and Crafts the Year Round, by Ruth Sharon, United Synagogue Commission on Jewish Education, New York, N.Y.
Using Our Senses--Hands on Activities for the Jewish Classroom, by Marilyn Holman, Alternatives in Religious Education, Denver, Colo.
IV. Where There is No Local Library
In those small communities where no local library with Jewish print and non-print resources is available, the parent/partner/counselor could purchase at least half a dozen of the standard works suggested earlier. The advice of the Jewish Education Service of North America or the Jewish Relationships Service of the Boy Scouts of America can be sought in selecting the most appropriate works.
V. Make Use of Other BSA Guides
The National Jewish Committee on Scouting, in cooperation with the Jewish Education Service of North America, produced a number of new manuals, materials and program guides for use with Scouts of Jewish faith. All contain information and activity suggestions which can be of tremendous aid to the parent/partner/counselor working with a candidate for the Maccabee Award. They would be especially helpful to those seeking guidance for the specific crafts, music, games, and food experiences associated with the Maccabee Award requirements pertaining to the Jewish holidays and Jewish symbols.
The four most beneficial items would be:
A. Activity Guide for Tiger Cubs of Jewish Faith, (supplement to Tiger Cubs, BSA Family Activity Book)
B. Monthly Themes for Cub Scouts of Jewish Faith, (supplement to Cub Scout "Program Helps")
C. Monthly Themes for Boy Scouts of Jewish Faith, (supplement to Boy Scout "Program Helps")
D. Jewish Holiday Material for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts
