38 | DECEMBER 7 • 2023 J
N
OUR COMMUNITY
N
urturing children’s
creativity is like
giving them a magic
wand; it not only sparks
their imagination, but also
helps them discover a world
where every stroke and color
connects to a meaningful
masterpiece. The ability to be
creative, to create something
from personal feelings and
experiences, can reflect and
nurture children’s emotional
health.
As the Thanksgiving
season approached, the air at
Farber Hebrew Day School
was filled with excitement
and anticipation, especially
for our students who recently
embarked on a mesmerizing
journey through the behind-
the-scenes wonders of the
Parade Company Warehouse
Tour. This unique experience
not only unveiled the
secrets behind these grand
spectacles, but also sparked
a creative flame among
students to bring the magic
of the parade to our school.
THE PARADE COMPANY
WAREHOUSE TOUR
The day began with a sense
of wonder as our fourth-
and fifth-grade students
stepped into the bustling
world behind the curtain of
a Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Giant floats, meticulously
crafted balloons and
dazzling costumes filled the
warehouse, captivating the
students’ imaginations. The
intricate process of bringing
these larger-than-life
creations to the streets was
revealed, from initial designs
to final touches.
Students had the
opportunity to witness the
dedication and teamwork
required to orchestrate
such a grand event. Parade
volunteers generously shared
their insights, sparking
curiosity about the creative
process and the technical
challenges faced in bringing
the parade to life.
The immersive experience
left an indelible mark on the
students, igniting a newfound
appreciation for the artistry
and craftsmanship involved
in producing the famous
Thanksgiving Day Parade.
INSPIRATION STRIKES
As our students had
participated in our first
annual Friendsgiving
Day Parade last year, the
warehouse tour served as the
catalyst for new inspiration
for a unique and exciting
project. Energized by the
creativity witnessed during
the tour, students eagerly
Farber students bring Parade Company magic back to school.
Friendsgiving Day Parade
ELANA MIODOWNIK SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH NEWS
RIGHT: First Grade Kotel (Western
Wall) float accompanied by Ethan
Gomez and Eliana Bronfin. BELOW:
Fifth grade boys with their float in
honor of Israeli role models, includ-
ing Eli Cohen, Theodore Hertzl,
Yoni Netanyahu and Uri Cohen.
PHOTOS COURTESY OF FHDS