The Rainbows were happy to have Rabbi Todd come to visit our classroom this morning. Rabbi Todd spoke to us about the upcoming holiday of Chanukah. The children listened as he told the story of the Jews who were not allowed to go to their temple. We tried to imagine how sad it must have been to be unable to go to temple. Once the Jews were finally able to go back to the temple, they were concerned that they only had enough oil to last for one night. We heard about the miracle that allowed the oil to last eight days when it seemed it was only enough to last for one.
The rabbi explained to us how we can make Chanukah special for our friends and our family members by being helpful, kind, and caring during this holiday of eight days. In this way, each of us can bring joy to others - by putting a bit of extra light in their Chanukah.
As Rabbi Todd counted out the eight days that the oil lasted, he invited the children to come and light a candle in our colorful wooden chanukiah. They were proud to help. Once all of the candles were lit, the children walked Rabbi Todd over to the window where they put the chanukiah so everyone passing by could see the candles burning. We are all looking forward to the Festival of Lights.
Ilan couldn't stop talking about Rabbi Todd's visit to the Rainbow classroom. What a wonderful lesson - to bring light unto others through friendship, helpfulness and generosity. Our children are growing into true "mensches". Thank you so much for enriching our childrens' Jewish experience!
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