#hebrewphonics

[myhebrewclass]

6th Grade Sunday Summary 10-19-14

Shalom Parents & Guardians, It was wonderful to see everyone Sunday after the long break we've had. It was even more wonderful to find out that our class has retained what we've learned during the break (which means they everyone must have been studying!!). We have now completed the phonics section of the course and we are moving on - this Thursday - to the prayers that your child will need for their Bat or Bar-Mitzvah. While yesterday was the last day of phonics for the class, it also marked the first day of their class cantillation lessons with Cantor Penny! The class began to learn the basics of cantillation (chant), which will become a regular part of our learning and preparation together. Learning another language and learning to chant aren't something that's confined just to the classroom however; it takes practice and study at home, and attendance at synagogue to really prepare oneself for their Bat or Bar-Mitzvah. I hope to see everyone at services regularly. Shavua Tov!

[myhebrewclass]

6th Grade Sunday Summary 9-28-14

L’shana Tova!! This week our 6th Grade Hebrew class continued to work on our Hebrew phonics, and we learned the Hebrew prepositions (which function as clues to decoding both liturgical and Modern Hebrew)! Students practiced coming up with words and writing them in block and script Hebrew, on the board, while their classmates broke down, and then sounded out the words that they were writing. This is incredibly important because once students master phonics, once they can sight-read Hebrew, they'll be able to easily master all of the prayers necessary for their Bat or Bar-Mitzvahs! This coming Thursday students will master the Hebrew vowels, and then we will prepare ourselves to begin studying the prayers themselves! I remind all parents that students in our 6th Grade Hebrew Class are to work with their flashcards every night, and should attend services as often as possible: while our students are doing very well in class, learning another language requires constant practice and exposure. Two of the best ways are by studying at home, and by joining us at services (which helps exponentially to prepare your child for their Bat or Bar-Mitzvah). I look forward to seeing everyone on Thursday, and will be returning your child's first homework assignment this Sunday! B’shalom