This week we started focusing on Shabbos concepts.  What does Shabbos mean to you? What are some things we do on Shabbos? We kept these questions in mind as we set up our centers.  At the end of our Shabbat Unit our friends will take home their very own "Shabbat Box"  with some essential pieces they can use each Shabbat, hopefully for years to come.  Our class will be making challah covers, candle stick holders, and Kiddush cups.  Here are some highlights.

Table Top/Loose Parts

We created Shabbos candles by putting loose parts, such as buttons and bottle caps, on top of candle templates. We also identified the word "Shabbat" in Hebrew by tracing the letters (Shin, Bet, Taf) on tile with loose parts!

Art

Our friends painted their very own Kiddush cup this week. They used sponges and brushes to create texture and dimension. Once they were dry, we added gems and glitter for extra sparkle. 

Community 

On Thursday we celebrated Shmuel's 3rd Birthday!  We discussed all the exciting new tasks Shmuel will get to do such as getting his very first haircut, wearing tzitis, and wearing a kippah.  We made birthday cake together and gave extra tzedakah in honor of Shmuel. 

On Friday we made our own challah dough from scratch! The children got to explore what kind of ingredients are used to make bread and had the opportunity to pour those ingredients, watch the yeast bubble, and mix the dough. After the dough was given some time to rise, we shaped our dough to put in the oven. We hope our friends enjoy their homemade challah this Shabbos because they worked so hard on it!

Next week will continue exploring more about Shabbat. 

Wishing you a restful Shabbos, 

Morah Felicia