38 | DECEMBER 7 • 2023 J
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OUR COMMUNITY

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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

