Handmade for the Holidays: Art Gallery

In the lead-up to Rosh Hashanah, our primary preschoolers put their creativity to work on two meaningful and festive projects, each designed to enrich their connection to the holiday.

Apple Stamped Challah Covers 🍎

Using sliced apples dipped in vibrant paint, the children stamped their unique designs onto fabric, crafting personalized challah covers for the holiday table. This hands-on activity allowed them to explore the significance of apples during Rosh Hashanah, a symbol of sweetness for the new year. The kids took great pride in their work, as Chayale Kesselman from the Laughing Ladybugs class shared, “It was hard but I did it!” This statement reflects both their determination and the joy of overcoming challenges, perfectly in tune with the spirit of the holiday.

Clay Honey Pots 🍯
Our little artists also tried their hand at shaping clay into apple and pomegranate-inspired honey pots. They learned to squish, roll, and mold the soft clay into beautifully detailed shapes, before eagerly painting their creations. The process was a delightful mix of creativity and fine motor skill development, as Leba Wolf from the Busy Bees class explained: “First you have to flatten, then you have to push the sides up, and then you put water all over it.”

We hope you enjoy these beautiful projects at your Rosh Hashanah table and take a moment to ask your children about the process behind their creations. Not only do these crafts enhance the holiday atmosphere, but they also provide a meaningful connection to the themes of Rosh Hashanah—sweetness, growth, and renewal.

Chag Sameach!