Diwali

What is Diwali?

Diwali is India’s biggest and most important holiday of the year. The festival includes a row of clay lamps that the Indians light outside their homes to symbolise the inner light that protects from spiritual darkness.

When is Diwali?

Friday, November 1

Activities: 

• Rangoli Art: Teach children about the traditional art of Rangoli by creating colourful designs using coloured rice, sand, or flower petals.
• Diya Painting: Provide small clay diyas (lamps) and paints for children to decorate.
• Story Time: Read stories to the children related to Diwali, such as the Ramayana
• Traditional Dress-Up: Invite children to dress up in traditional Indian clothing such as sarees.
  
• Dance and Music: Teach children simple dance steps or hand movements to popular Bollywood songs associated with Diwali.