Hey there! Have you ever heard of Diwali? It’s a beautiful and vibrant festival celebrated by millions of people worldwide. Let’s learn about Diwali with some fun Diwali printables for kids.
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is an important Hindu festival that signifies the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. It usually lasts for five days and is filled with colorful decorations, delicious food, fireworks, and family gatherings. Each day has its own significance.
On the first day of Diwali, people clean their homes to welcome Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. The second day is known as Choti Diwali or Naraka Chaturdashi when Lord Krishna defeated the demon Narakasura. The third day is Diwali itself, when people light lamps to guide Goddess Lakshmi into their homes. The fourth day is Govardhan Puja when Lord Krishna lifted Mount Govardhan to protect his villagers from a storm. And finally, on the fifth day, brothers visit their sisters’ homes for Bhai Dooj celebrations.
One of the most significant rituals during Diwali is lighting Diyas (oil lamps) to symbolize the inner light that protects us from spiritual darkness. Diwali holds immense cultural significance as it signifies new beginnings, prosperity, love, unity, and happiness.
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Importance of Celebrating Diwali With Kids
While Diwali holds great cultural and religious importance for Hindus, it can also be a wonderful opportunity to teach children about diversity, acceptance, and inclusivity. I learned about Diwali when my child came home from school with a Diya and other crafts they made in class to learn about the holiday. Celebrating Diwali with children who are not Hindu can help them learn about different cultures and traditions. It allows them to experience new customs, foods, and rituals they may not be familiar with.
Taking part in Diwali celebrations is another way kids can gain an understanding and appreciation for the diverse world we live in. Celebrating Diwali with those who don’t, promotes unity and fosters a sense of community among people from different backgrounds. It teaches tolerance and respect for others’ beliefs and practices, which is so important for growing kind children. By embracing diversity through festivals like Diwali, we can create inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued and accepted.
Involving kids in Diwali festivities can be a fun and educational. They can enjoy decorating Diyas (clay lamps), making Rangoli (colorful designs), preparing traditional sweets like Laddoos or Barfi, and lighting fireworks (safely supervised). Activities like these allow them to engage creatively while learning about the significance of each tradition. It encourages openness to new experiences and helps shape them into accepting individuals who appreciate the beauty of diversity.
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Diwali Printables For Kids
If you’re looking for a fun and educational way to teach your kids about Diwali, here’s what you will find in this Diwali printables for kids activity pack:
1. Diya Coloring Page: The Diya, or oil lamp, is an important symbol of Diwali. Print out this coloring page and let your kids get creative with their coloring skills as they decorate the Diya with bright and vibrant colors.
2. Diwali I Spy: The kids will have to find and count objects within a busy scene. This Diwali I Spy printable has colorful illustrations of traditional Diwali symbols such as Diyas, Rangoli designs, fireworks, and sweets.
It’s entertaining and helps develop concentration, observation skills, and counting abilities in children.
3. Word Search Puzzle: Test your child’s knowledge of Diwali traditions and symbols with a fun word search puzzle. They can search for words like Elephant, fireworks, Rama, and more related to the festival.
4. Diwali Bingo: An interactive game to engage kids in learning about the traditions and customs of this special holiday. We’ve created the Bingo cards with images and words related to Diwali, such as Festival of Lights, Elephant, Lakshmi, Jalebi, and more.
Next, cut out each piece with the name and photo of the item to cover the squares on the Bingo cards. Make sure you have enough for each player.
To play Diwali Bingo, call out the images one by one and have players mark off the corresponding squares on their cards. The first player to get five in a row–horizontally, vertically, or diagonally–shouts “Bingo!” and wins the game.
I recommend laminating your Bingo cards and pieces.
5. Maze: Can they concentrate long enough to find their way to the Diya? Provide crayons or colored pencils so they can add their own creative touch to the design.
6. Answer Key: Inside of your activity pack you will find answer keys for I Spy, the Maze, and the Word Search.
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Benefits of Using Diwali Printables for Kids
- Educational: Diwali printables can help children learn about the significance of the festival, its customs, rituals, and history.
- Creativity: These printables include coloring pages, games, mazes, and other activities that encourage creativity and imagination in children. Kids can express themselves while learning about different aspects of Diwali.
- Fine motor skills: Coloring within the lines on printables help improve fine motor skills in young kids and help with hand-eye coordination and dexterity.
- Memory retention: By engaging with visual aids like printables, kids are more likely to remember information about Diwali for a longer period. The combination of text and images makes it easier for them.
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Celebrating Diwali with kids is important because it helps them understand the significance of this hopeful occasion. It teaches them about the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Plus, let’s be honest, who doesn’t love watching their little ones get excited about lighting fireworks and decorating? So this Diwali, get involved in the festivities, share stories from your own childhood celebrations, learn something new and create lasting memories together.
Happy Diwali!
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