Objective

By the end of this lesson, the 3-year-old student will have a basic understanding of Passover and its significance.

Materials and Prep

• Picture book about Passover
• Coloring materials (crayons, markers, etc.)
• Printed coloring pages related to Passover
• Optional: Matzah crackers

Prior knowledge: The student should have some basic vocabulary and understanding of holidays and traditions.

Activities

1. Read a Picture Book: Start the lesson by reading a picture book about Passover. Show the illustrations and discuss the story with the student.
2. Coloring Pages: Provide the student with printed coloring pages related to Passover. Encourage them to color and talk about the different elements they see in the pictures.
3. Matzah Tasting: If available, offer the student a piece of Matzah cracker to taste. Explain that Matzah is a special food eaten during Passover.

Talking Points

• "Passover is a special holiday that Jewish people celebrate."
• "During Passover, we remember a time when the Jewish people were slaves in Egypt, and how they became free."
• "Jewish families have a special dinner called a Seder, where they retell the story of Passover and eat special foods."
• "One of the special foods they eat is Matzah, which is a type of flat bread without yeast."
• "During the Seder, they also drink grape juice instead of wine."
• "People sing songs and say prayers during Passover to celebrate and remember the story."
• "Passover is a time for families to come together and be grateful for their freedom."