**Updated Program Guides, Added in 2024** "A well-organized, information-packed and interactive resource. Phyllis Folb’s unique history and perspective has given the reader a story-filled, inspirational and motivating book that delivers an important and powerful message about the Gap Year in Israel." - Rae Nelson, The Gap Year Advantage by Karl Haigler and Rae Nelson "Thousands of students have used the Israel Gap Year to enrich their Jewish knowledge and commitment. With the help of the Find Your Right Direction: The Israel Gap Year Guide many more will follow the same exciting path." - Michael Medved, nationally syndicated radio talk show host, best-selling author of God’s Hand on America • • • • • • • • • The definitive resource for navigating Gap Year programs in Israel! This essential resource is for students and parents seeking to understand what a Gap Year in Israel offers. It is also a roadmap for high school guidance counselors to help their students navigate the many Israel Gap Year program options. This book will answer the question: “Why is a Gap Year in Israel right for me?” How Gap Year programs fit into the rich history of travel to Israel - A Gap Year quiz to help students identify their ideal program - Sixty descriptions for co-ed, women’s, and men’s Israel Gap Year programs. - Stories from former Gap Year students • • • • • • • • • Having been to over 20 countries on 5 continents to promote Israel Gap Year Programs, I can safely say that Phyllis Folb herself is the ultimate Israel Gap Year Program resource. In a post- COVID-19 outbreak world this book will be a valuable resource to help everyone looking for an Israel Gap Year Program. - Simon Cohen, Co-Founder and Admissions Director of Aardvark Israel Programs "We knew the importance of having our daughter spend a Gap Year in Israel after high school graduation, but with so many programs to choose from, we wanted to make sure she found the right fit. Phyllis Folb is so knowledgeable, and has put together a resource that will help every student find the program that will ensure they get the most out of their year. Our daughter grew more in her learning, her love of Israel, and as a person during her Gap Year than any other time in her life. With Phyllis' guidance, your child will too!" --Shawni Modrell-Astroff, parent of Israel Gap Year alum "As the only college counselor for a public high school serving over 1,200 students, it is incredibly important to have up -to-date resources to share with my students. Find Your Right Direction: The Israel Gap Year Guide will be a go-to choice when discussing the Israel Gap Year option." --Casey Rowley, College Counselor, Beverly Hills High School "A much needed resource. I can't wait to promote it with JCHSB families." --Lauren Cook, Dean of College and Gap Advising, Jewish Community High School of the Bay "Phyllis' knowledge of Israel Gap Year programs is second to none. This resource will provide valuable insight into these exciting options." --Jim Patterson, Director of the Kutler Center, Harvard-Westlake School "Find Your Right Direction: The Israel Gap Year Guide is a unique book that lets you see the breadth of Israel programs that are available. This is are source that brings it all together for you." --Bruce Powell, President Jewish School Management