Diwali

 '' May the spirit of Diwali inspire you to spread love , kindness, and joy ''  

 why we celebrate Diwali 

 Diwali is a Festival of Lights

1. We light divas (special lamps) and candles to make our homes bright and beautiful.

2. It's like a big celebration with our family and friends!

 We Celebrate with Fun Activities

1. We decorate our homes with lights, flowers, and colors.

2. We wear new clothes and share sweets with our loved ones.

3. We play with fireworks and sparklers (with grown-up supervision).

Diwali is a Time for Family and Friends

1. We spend time with our loved ones and show them love and appreciation.

2. We share gifts and sweets with each other.

How we celebrate the Diwali 

Diwali is a special festival of lights! We celebrate Diwali by decorating our homes with diyas and colourful lights. We wear new clothes and share sweets with our friends and family. We light diyas and say prayers to Goddess Lakshmi. We also play with fireworks and sparklers. Diwali is a time for family and friends to come together and have fun. We exchange gifts and show love and appreciation to each other. It's a happy and joyful festival that brings people together!

Here's a story about Diwali celebrations

 The Magical Night of Diwali

It was a crisp autumn evening, and the streets were buzzing with excitement. The Patel family was busy preparing for Diwali, the festival of lights.

Rahul, a young boy, was helping his mother decorate their home with diyas and colorful lights. His sister, Priya, was busy making traditional sweets in the kitchen.

As the sun set, the family gathered in the living room to light the diyas and perform puja. They prayed to Goddess Lakshmi, seeking her blessings for prosperity and happiness.

After the puja, they lit fireworks and sparklers, filling the night sky with vibrant colors. Rahul and Priya ran around, laughing and playing with the sparklers.

As they sat down to enjoy their traditional dinner, Rahul's father told them stories of Lord Rama's victory over Ravana and the significance of Diwali.

The night was filled with laughter, love, and celebration. The Patel family felt grateful for the joy and togetherness that Diwali brought.

As they exchanged gifts and sweets, Rahul smiled, feeling happy and content. It was a magical night, one that he would cherish forever.

 The Festival of Lights

Diwali was more than just a festival; it was a celebration of good over evil, light over darkness, and love over hate. It brought people together, fostering a sense of community and belonging.

For the Patel family, Diwali was a time to reconnect with their heritage and traditions. They felt proud to be a part of this vibrant and meaningful celebration.

As the night came to a close, the Patel family looked up at the stars, feeling grateful for the blessings in their lives. They knew that Diwali would always be a special time for them, a time to come together and celebrate the triumph of good over evil.

 Questions of  Discussion

1. What preparations did the Patel family make for Diwali?

2. What significance does lighting diyas hold in Diwali celebrations?

3. How did Rahul and Priya enjoy the Diwali celebrations?

4. What stories did Rahul's father share during the dinner?

5. What does Diwali symbolize, according to the story?

Activities ideas  

 

1.Making Divas

We can make our own divas using clay or paper plates

2. Rangoli Making

 Create simple rangoli designs using colourful powders or stickers.

 3.Diwali Collage

 Create a collage using pictures of diyas, fireworks, and sweets

  

''May your Diwali be filled with laughter and sweets.''