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Hanukkah: Have the children make their own menorahs using craft materials such as popsicle sticks, paint, and glitter. Teach them how to light the candles and play the dreidel game.
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Passover: Help the children make their own mini Seder plates using paper plates and craft materials. Teach them about the different symbols and foods associated with Passover, such as matzah and the Seder plate items.
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Rosh Hashanah: Have the children make apple prints using sliced apples and paint. Teach them about the tradition of eating apples dipped in honey for a sweet new year.
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Purim: Encourage the children to dress up in costumes and have a mini Purim parade. Teach them about the story of Esther and the tradition of giving and receiving mishloach manot (gifts of food).
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Sukkot: Help the children build a mini sukkah using cardboard boxes and decorations. Teach them about the significance of the sukkah and the Four Species (etrog, lulav, myrtle, and willow).
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Shavuot: Have the children make paper flowers to represent the blooming of flowers on Mount Sinai. Teach them about the giving of the Torah and the tradition of eating dairy foods on Shavuot.
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Yom Kippur: Teach the children about the concept of forgiveness and have them create forgiveness cards for their friends and family. Discuss the importance of apologizing and making amends.
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Tu B’Shevat: Help the children plant seeds in small pots and teach them about the importance of trees and nature. Discuss the significance of Tu B’Shevat as the “birthday” of the trees.
These activities can be adapted to suit the age and abilities of the kindergarten children, and can be done in a classroom or at home with parental involvement.
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