Third lesson in SOW looking at the main beliefs of Hinduism. This lesson looks a the festivals of Diwali and Holi. Students look at the stories behind each festival and how Hindus celebrate them today. Lessons are designed with non subject specialists in mind to be able to pick up and teach. Relevant information is on screen and task information is one screen also. Lesson includes all relevant resources ready to print. Lessons designed for KS3 but can be adapted up or down to suit ability of students.

Teach your children about Diwali with this handy fact file. This PDF page could be used on a large display as a whole class teaching tool, on a classroom display board or as a reference mat on tables. Children could also use it for independent research. Visit Teaching Packs for more fantastic resources!

Diwali resources - including lesson PowerPoint, game, worksheets and clips with differentiated questions and quiz. All three way differentiated and adaptable, including lesson, 6x differentiated worksheets, activities and interactive PowerPoint quiz with answers. Suitable for KS2/3 - loads to do for different abilities, includes card making game and instructions. Variety of different level tasks for MA,LA or Core and everything is editable. Who are EC Resources? EC Resources are the top TES PSHE providers and are a group of teachers who work together to create easy to use, high quality and editable lessons and units of work. We have created lessons for The Children’s Commissioner, The Bank of England, The British Legion, MACS Charity, Tes, LikeToBe Careers, the Criminal Cases Review Commission (UK Gov) and have also completed PSHE and Citizenship commissions for schools across the UK. You can contact us at info@ecpublishing.co.uk Check out our PSHE Packages on Tes here: Complete KS3 PSHE and RSE Complete KS4 PSHE and RSE Complete KS5 PSHE and RSE One Year of Citizenship and British Values Complete KS3 RE Complete Careers and Employability AQA Citizenship GCSE Mega Pack x68x Teaching PSHE, RE or Citizenship GCSE next year? Why not join our Citizenship and PSHE teachers Facebook group, with 12,000 other teachers, for guidance, advice and resource sharing.

A fun and creative art activity to celebrate Diwali (Deepavali), the Hindu Festival of Lights. ACTIVITY 1 Draw patterns on the hand templates using a black pen/marker/ink (there are lots of images on the internet to get inspiration). Cut out and display on a coloured background. ACTIVITY 2 Draw patterns in the hands of the boy/girl. Colour the rest of the picture. Three different templates provided (boy, girl, unisex). ACTIVITY 3 Draw patterns in the hand template and write an acrostic poem. Write your name or a fact about Diwali in the box under the handprint. INCLUDED: ♦ Teacher notes. ♦ Handprints – template. ♦ Handprints – template with border. ♦ Handprints – with coloured background (x2). ♦ Example – designs on hands with a coloured background. ♦ Example - designs on hands with a plain white background. ♦ Handprints – boy/girl/unisex. ♦ Single handprint with acrostic poem template. ♦ Single handprint (2 per page). ********************************************************************* © Suzanne Welch Teaching Resources

Powerpoint useful for assembly/form time. Outlines basic facts about hinduism and Diwali. Include activity and clip links

This resource contains a fully editable, 60 slide Powerpoint presentation on Diwali (Divali, Deepavali or Dipavali) - the Festival of Lights which is celebrated by Hindhus, Sikhs, Jainists and some Buddhists in October / November each year. The PowerPoint makes reference to: The origins of Diwali The legends of Diwali - Rama and Sita, Lord Krishna The rituals and traditions of Diwali Diwali offerings Diwali decorations - rangoli, dyas The symbolism of light Goddess Lakshmi Diwali sweets - barfi The custom of tilak The PowerPoint contains several hyperlinks to the meaning of Diwali, how Diwali is celebrated and the legends surrounding Diwali. If you buy this resource and are pleased with your purchase, I would be extremely grateful if you could leave a review. As a token of appreciation, you can have a free resource of your choice up to the same value as your purchased resource. Just email inspireandeducate@aol.co.uk with your user name, the resource you have reviewed and the resource you would like for free. You may also be interested in: Twenty Assemblies / Presentations - Just £19.99 This resource contains a variety of PowerPoint presentations suitable for assemblies throughout the year. Never be short of an assembly again! Thinking of publishing your own resources or already an author and want to improve your resources and sales? Check out this step-by-step guide: How to Become a Successful TES Author: Step-by-Step Guide

This Reading Comprehension worksheet is suitable for higher elementary to proficient ESL learners or native English speakers. The text describes the traditions, legends and cultural practices around Diwali. The text also describes how the Festival if Lights is celebrated around the world. After carefully reading the text, students are required to complete some comprehension exercises including: comprehension questions, True or False exercises, gap filling exercises and a fun word search. The text can also be used for vocabulary building purposes. The handout can be completed in class or assigned for homework.

Diwali Assembly.

Get your students to improve their descriptive or creative writing skills through this detailed lesson that uses the Hindu and Sikh festival of Diwali to engage them and make them reflect on their use of vocabulary, sentence structures and paragraphing. Includes differentiated activities, a detailed planning sheet, a model answer and peer assessment opportunities. Ideal exam preparation for English Literature examinations but also adaptable for younger students as well. Differentiated throughout.

This is a lesson. on Diwali It looks at why Diwali is celebrated / when it is celebrated/ what they do during Diwali and looks at each day/ recap of Rama and Sita story(during the video) There are two videos included from the bbc to watch There are questions to answer at the end (answers included on the next slide)

Very simple presentation explaining about Diwali with some photos included.

A simple PowerPoint introduction to Diwali. Children watch a video, listen to the Ramayana story then find out ways in which Hindus celebrate.

HINDUISM : Diwali: 2 x Tutor Time / Collective Worship / Autumn activities & 1 hour long Quiz This pack contains 2 separate Tutor Time resources for Diwali. All PowerPoints are fully resourced with YouTube links and activities to discuss the topic in question. The PPT consists of 14 slides and work booklet consists of 2 sheets. Tutor Time 1: This introduces pupils to the significance of Diwali and directs you to a youtube clip on Rama and Sita. Pupils have to make a cartoon strip based on this session. Tutor Time 2: This develops pupil’s knowledge of Diwali and introduces them to one of the decorations used during this festival, the Toran. Pupils have to design and decorate their own Toran. Quz: Awesome for a TUTOR TIME or a whole lesson! Included in this quiz is: General Knowledge Guessing Game Yay or Nay Emoji Selector Act it Out Observation Round Scoreboard If you review this resource we will give you another resource of the same value for FREE. We hope that you enjoy this resource! We would love your feedback, if you like what you see, please follow us: on Tes TeachElite’s Shop click the’Follow this Author button’ . We will keep you updated on any sales we throw or FREEBIES we upload. You can find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TeachEliteRE and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeachElite/

This resource offers exceptional opportunities to incorporate multicultural activities into the curriculum effectively. The primary objective of this activity is to establish a personal connection with the Diwali festival, as it enhances children’s learning experience. The first activity, “Complete the Text,” serves as a perfect introduction to the festival’s significance. The second activity aims to reinforce one of the most crucial aspects of Diwali, which is sharing with others, through a five-day challenge. By engaging in these activities, students will gain a deeper understanding of the true meaning behind one of Diwali’s most significant traditions, Rangoli. They will utilize their creativity to draw their unique Rangoli designs. Moreover, children will be able to identify both the differences and similarities between Christmas and Diwali, fostering an appreciation for diverse celebrations. They will also explore how this important event is celebrated in their own country and in India. Lastly, you will have the opportunity to adorn the hallways or your classroom with beautiful Diyas, receiving many well-deserved compliments. This resource includes: Page 1: What is Diwali? Page 2: What is Diwali? - Answer Sheet Page 3: On Diwali We Share - Five Days Challenge Page 4: My Rangoli Page 5: How Diwali is Celebrated in India / In My Country? Page 6: Diwali and Christmas - Venn Diagram Page 7: Happy Diwali - Diya Craft "---------------------------------- ★Related Resources: Download the Spanish Version ----------------------------------" Happy Diwali!

Learning objective. What is Diwali? This is a power point with a quiz. It has lots of questions about Diwali. The pupils can then make a poster. It is good for all ages! It has been updated on 3.11.17. There are questions and activities for students to do. This took hours to make and you can have it for a bargain price.

unit of work mixed ability y3/4 lower key stage 2

Lesson on Diwali, aimed at Year 7 but can be adapted. Full lesson with lots of activities. Very good group activity included.

A lesson on Diwali put together for primary students/low ability secondary students.

When Hana has had one of those days when he wishes he could turn back time and make different choices, he is reminded about the new beginnings that we are taught about through Diwali. This comprehensive pack includes: A fully scripted assembly with key questions throughout, A presentation complete with engaging images, A set of Key Word cards to enhance understanding, a reward certificate to reinforce learning. Themes explored include: good, bad, happiness, courage, new beginnings.

Rohini volunteers to tell a Year 4 class about this Hindu festival. Her nerves soon disappear as she shares her story and experiences. This comprehensive pack includes: A fully scripted assembly with key questions throughout, A presentation complete with engaging images, A set of Key Word cards to enhance understanding, a reward certificate to reinforce learning. Themes explored include: good, bad, happiness, courage.