Passover Part I

Yes, it is that time of year already! Passover starts on the evening Friday April 6th. Time to get ready! Last week in class we talked all about the traditions associated with the celebration of passover and specifically focused on the tradition of eating matazh. 

I showed this video that toured a matzah factory and talks all about the rules for making matzah. The kids loved watching the machines (fun fact: you only have 18 minutes to make the matzah from start to finish)

Then we made matzah covers  to help brighten up your seder table. I hope you enjoy them. Here are some photos: 

This article from Tablet Mag provides a great overview of the traditions of Passover. It is must read for the basics and even the Passover savvy will learn a lot. 

Tablet Mag: Passover FAQ 


Here are some resources about Passover traditions that you might find helpful:
Interfaithfamily.com has a great Passover section here:

Interfaith Family: Passover 

If you need help with planning a seder they have put together this amazing guide:
The Passover Table Made Easy 

If you are looking for some new traditions to add to your seder check out Ritualwell.org. They have some great ideas to spice up your Passover seder here:

Ritualwell: Passover 

To help get your kids excited about Passover Shalom Sesame Street has a Passover page with some videos and activity ideas. Check it out here:

Shalom Sesame: Passover 

I especially like this video:

And finally, I leave you with this poorly filmed, adorable video of our class singing the Passover classic "the Frog Song" with Joel last Sunday. Enjoy:

Shalom,
Suzan