Sydenham tots bask in the warmth of a bonfire

SUE BENJAMIN

Everyone dressed in the warm, fiery colours of red, orange and yellow. The children heard the story about Rabbis Akiva and Shimon Bar Yochai and the miracles that took place on Lag B’Omer.

A bonfire was lit and the kids danced around the fire, singing songs about treating each other with love and respect.

The highlight of the morning was when everyone was encouraged to hug a friend in a show of unity and friendship before sitting down to enjoy roast potatoes around the fire.