How To Make Passover Fun

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When many people think of Passover, long boring seders with yucky food comes to mind (Gefilte Fish anyone?). For this reason, many Jewish people want to know how to make

Passover fun with short seders, fun Passover lunches, and games and activities.

A young girl with her eyes closed sticks her tongue out playfully while holding a large piece of matzo during Passover, against a soft pink background. — A young girl with her eyes closed sticks her tongue out playfully while holding a large piece of matzo during Passover

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How To Make Passover Fun

There’s nothing that says Passover has to be boring. Now that I have kids I want to make sure Passover is an enjoyable occasion for them.

I would also like to show my husband that Passover is what you make of it. You don’t have to have a long, boring seder.

There are many online short seders to choose from in addition to lots of other great resources. The key is to make it meaningful and fun so that the tradition is passed along from generation to generation.

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Play Passover Games

Yes, there’s the hiding of the Afikomen, but there are other Passover games too. Spice up Your Seder with Passover Game Ideas on the Aish web site. Next, search for Passover bingo, Passover scavenger games, and word games for Passover.

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Passover Games, Puppets, and More

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Make Your Own Haggadah

Make or Find a New Kid-Friendly Haggadah – Encourage the kids to participate in making or finding a family friendly Passover Haggadah for your seder.

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Add Passover Music

There’s more to Passover songs than the Dayenu. You don’t have to stick to traditional songs. One idea is to make up your own songs to familiar tunes.

If you don’t know of any good songs, search on Google for Passover Songs. There are many funny Passover songs.

Funny Passover Play Script

Make up your own script or search for a funny Passover play script to get some ideas.

Add Props – Buy or make Passover props here for the 10 Plagues, 4 Questions, and more. Have the kids help you make puppets and put on a little Passover puppet show.

Passover Story Telling

Enjoy storytelling and sing-alongs around the Seder table to create a memorable experience for all ages.

Share Passover stories from your family’s past, either orally or through videos or pictures that can be shared amongst family members online.

Passover Scavenger Hunt

Take part in a Passover scavenger hunt, where participants can race against the clock to find specific Passover items around the house or neighborhood.

Make Passover Fun for Kids with Passover Decorations and Passover DIY Projects

Add Decorations and artwork – Together as a family, you can make your own Seder plate. Also, add fun place cards either you or the kids make.

Passover Theme Ideas

Transforming Passover into a fun-filled celebration can spark the curiosity and excitement of children, making this important holiday not only meaningful but also enjoyable.

Here’s how you can weave themes and activities into your Passover festivities that cater to all ages.

Plagues Kit

Start with creating a Plagues Kit. This involves gathering playful items that represent each of the ten plagues.

For example, you could use sunglasses to symbolize darkness, toy frogs, and maybe some sticky red gel for blood.

As you narrate the story of Exodus, introduce these items when each plague is mentioned. This tactile approach helps children visualize and understand the story in a more engaging way.

Matzah Pizza Party

Another exciting idea is to host a Matzah Pizza Party. Provide plain matzah and an assortment of toppings like cheese, tomato sauce, and various vegetables.

Invite everyone to create their own matzah pizzas. This activity not only makes the traditional Passover matzah more appealing to children but also offers a creative outlet as they design their own culinary creations.

Egyptian Escape Room

For a more adventurous twist, consider setting up an Egyptian Escape Room. This could involve transforming a space in your home into an ancient Egyptian setting, complete with puzzles and clues related to the Passover story.

Participants can solve these challenges to “escape” Egypt, merging fun with educational storytelling. This immersive experience allows children and adults alike to delve deeper into the historical and spiritual significance of Passover.

Pharaoh’s Treasure Hunt

Incorporate a Pharaoh’s Treasure Hunt to add an element of mystery and excitement. Hide “treasures” like small toys or chocolate coins around your home or yard.

You can integrate elements of the Passover story by having participants answer questions or recite verses from the Haggadah to find the next clue. Each discovery not only brings joy but also reinforces their learning of the story.

Passover Crafts

Lastly, engage the kids with Passover Crafts. Activities could include decorating Elijah’s cup, making frog masks, or building mini pyramids from building blocks.

Pair each craft with a short lesson or story, making the creative process educational as well.

This hands-on approach not only keeps the children entertained but also helps them understand and connect with the Passover traditions more deeply.

Through these themed activities, Passover becomes not just a ritual but a lively family affair that educates, engages, and entertains.

Passover Menu Ideas

Passover does not equal bad food – Yes, some of the Passover food is pretty yucky, but it doesn’t have to be. Again, use the internet to find some Passover recipes or search Amazon for Passover cookbooks.

Use bright fruits and vegetables. If you are feeling adventurous, then maybe try and create your own Passover recipe.

Create a unique Passover twist on an old favorite dish, such as matza lasagna or macaroni ‘n cheese.

Organize a cook-off between the participants and assign points based on taste, presentation, creativity, etc.