March 25, 2020
Planning a Passover Seder in the midst of social distancing can seem like a depressing exercise. Many of us are envisioning dining room tables empty of our usual guests and mourning the time we aren't able to spend with friends and extended families. However, this year's unique circumstances may present families of children with disabilities with an opportunity to create a personalized Seder that truly works for them.
During most Seders, parents of children with disabilities may struggle to balance the needs of their child with the expectations of a large and lengthy family Seder. But during this year's Seder, which will most likely be spent with immediate relatives, parents can create an inclusive experience built around the needs of their children and their family.
Here are some tips for creating a family Seder that will be meaningful and engaging for all participants, from pre-readers, to individuals with learning differences to those unfamiliar with Hebrew language and Jewish traditions.
We hope these tools help everyone to feel comfortable and confident at your Seder table this year.
The Gateways Haggadah includes visuals, explanations and tools to include people of all ages, abilities and levels of Jewish knowledge in your Seder.
For Passover 2020, the publisher, Behrman House, is offering free shipping on order of $30 or greater. Order here to get your copies in time for Passover.
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