Our class is fortunate to have a good deal of diversity – cultural, social, ethnic, and religious. This season we are celebrating this diversity by learning about two of the religious holidays celebrated by the families in our community. This week we have been learning about the Jewish holiday, Chanukah, or Hanukkah. We started the week by making Stars of David, a premier symbol of the Jewish faith. This six-pointed star, made of two interlocking triangles, can be found on menorahs, tallis bags and in the center of the flag of Israel. The Star of David poetically refers to God’s rule over the universe.
Tuesday Caren Doleys joined our class and helped the children make potato latkes. We enjoyed eating the during our Chanukah celebration on Wednesday and Thursday. Wednesday, Jane Mule and Larry Engel joined our class. They shared the story of Chanukah, telling us about the miracle of the oil that lasted for eight days and how the people of their faith continue to hold a celebration of light known as Chanukah. They taught about the menorah and how to play the dreidle game. Caren Doleys gave each child a dreidle game to take home and share with their families.
We have had a great start to the holidays and look forward to learning more about one another as this holiday season continues.
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