Innovation Center: A Culture of Innovation

On a journey through Tel Aviv’s Innovation Center, Yoav and his group of teens discover the stories behind Israel’s most remarkable inventions. Through a playful reenactment, they uncover the stories behind Simcha Blass’ drip irrigation discovery and creations like atmospheric water generators and cherry tomatoes. By the end, the teens realize how small ideas can have a big impact.

Big Ideas

1. Challenges can inspire people to come up with creative solutions and new innovations to solve problems.
2. Even small countries can make a big difference in helping improve the world.
3. Innovations or new ideas sometimes come from using what we know in one area to solve problems in another.

Essential Questions

1. How has Israel turned its challenges into opportunities to create new and better things?
2. How can kids help solve problems in their community and the world by thinking creatively?
3. How do new inventions, like those that help with water, farming, or medicine, make life better for people everywhere?