A cultural exchange of friendship
Ahead of Easter and Passover, students from years 3 and 4 participated in a cultural exchange.
In an initiative that brings together students from different cultural and religious backgrounds, Emanuel School and Kincoppal Rose Bay (KRB) have come together for Kids Breaking Bread, a collaborative event that promotes unity, friendship and understanding through the simple act of baking bread.
Ahead of Easter and Passover, students from years 3 and 4 participated in a cultural exchange and baking workshop hosted at Emanuel School.
Guided by lead educator Lisa Pillemer and with the support of principals Linda Emms from Emanuel and Rachael Symes from KRB, children participated in making both challah and Easter bread, symbols of celebration and community in their respective cultures.
“Kids Breaking Bread is about a cultural exchange between primary school children, to encourage friendships between kids from different communities and backgrounds,” said co-organiser Anna Solomon.
The initiative was sparked by a conversation between four parents and friends; Anna Solomon, Amanda Morris, Louise Israelstam and Phoebe Malouf, who envisioned a world in which their children could form meaningful connections across cultural lines, just as they had in their own youth.
“By baking and sharing bread, they share stories, traditions and build bridges in our community instead of walls,” said Solomon.
Emms said that opportunities such as those provided by Kids Breaking Bread are important in building community cohesion.
“Providing opportunities for students from different schools to find out what they have in common and developing understanding of the cultures and traditions of each other is key to developing meaningful connections,” she said.
This sentiment was also shared by Symes, who said the initiative was “truly joyful and heartwarming”.
“Watching the students engage with enthusiasm and excitement was a testament to the positive impact of such activities,” said Symes.
“This experience not only brought immense joy, but also plays a crucial role in breaking down barriers early on.
“Kids Breaking Bread aims to highlight the similarities between communities, celebrating differences while focusing on shared values; kindness, respect and connection.
“Through this initiative, students are encouraged to see one another not as strangers, but as future friends and allies.”
For more information visit kidsbreakingbread.com
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