It was only the second session of the Shabbat Kids’ Service, but Ann Hurwitz, coordinator of the program, issued a glowing report to The Shofar.

“The children seemed to enjoy being in the synagogue on Shabbat. In fact, they clearly wanted to remain in the sanctuary  much longer than I and Dawn Teyuca, the children’s teacher, had expected.

“They are responsive to each other and to whatever plans Dawn makes. Currently, they are learning Moses’s life story and are planning for Passover. They especially enjoy the LCD tablets, which are okay for use on Shabbat since nothing on them is permanent. The children are hopeful that the parsley seeds planted earlier in the week will sprout in time to add to their Seder plates.

“During the March 18 session, one of the children suggested adding a challah and the Hamotzi blessing in addition to the Saturday morning Kiddush. Challah crumbs in the sanctuary didn’t disturb any of the adults, who appeared to be delighted by the children’s presence and responsiveness,” she said.