Federation Star - April 2022

By Rabbi Ariel Boxman, Director of Lifelong Learning

Later this month, we will celebrate the holiday of Passover! This is by far one of our favorite holidays to celebrate at Temple Shalom Preschool. We tell the story, taste different flavors of matzah, sing songs and talk about the value of freedom. Here are some fun ideas to do at home with your kiddos and family!

Have a chocolate Seder

A chocolate Seder is a fun twist on the traditional Seder. All the ritual foods are substituted for a chocolate alternative (i.e., 4 cups of wine become 4 cups of chocolate milk). Here is a link to a chocolate Seder Haggadah if you are interested in hosting a kid-friendly chocolate Seder! https:// tinyurl.com/chocolatesederhaggadah.

Make homemade matzah

Matzah is super simple and fun to make. Only two ingredients are needed: flour and water! Check out this recipe and enjoy your delicious Passover friendly treat. tinyurl.com/homeadematzah

Tell the Passover story

The Passover story is fascinating, even for little ones. You can make it more exciting and act it out with costumes and props.

Acting out the Passover story

Watch the “Prince of Egypt”

This Disney movie tells the story of Passover with drama and music. It brings the story to life and helps young learners understand the meaning of Passover.

Make a Seder tablecloth

Purchase a white tablecloth and let children use fabric markers to decorate the tablecloth for Passover. Children can use stencils to draw Passover ritual items and write your family name. Alternatively, place a large piece of white butcher paper on your Seder table and provide markers and crayons for the kids to decorate during the actual Seder.

Passover is our most child-friendly holiday and a super festive time for all!

We wish you a happy and healthy Passover and hope you and your families have fun preparing and celebrating.

Chag Sameach!