August 30th, 2024
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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.