Celebrations – Year 1-2
(ages 5 & 7)
2 of 5 days
School Closure Learning Programme
Divali
Introduction
Divali is a popular Indian festival celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains all over the world.
The festival lasts five days between October and November. In these engaging activities
your child will learn the story of Rama and Sita and understand why Hindus celebrate Divali.
What to do
Go to www.i-board.lgfl.net and click on Literacy and then Divali.
First activity – The Story of Rama and Sita
Select the ‘Story of Rama and Sita’ activity
Your child can use this activity in two modes:
- read/listen to the story
- re-write the story typing in their own words
underneath, scene by scene.
Second activity – Rama and Sita Story
A simple drag and drop sequencing activity to test
your child's understanding of the Rama and Sita
Story.
Ask your child to put the scenes into order and
then press 'check and read' to hear the scenes
read out in the order they have placed them in the
storyboard.
Encourage your child to review their work by
checking if the story makes sense!
Hanuman gives feedback as to whether it is the
correct order.
Third activity – Rama and Sita Story Scenes
Hindus in many parts of the world celebrate the
return from exile of Rama, during Divali.
Ask your child to storyboard scenes from the story
of Rama and Sita.
First choose a backdrop by clicking on the
'clapperboard' on the left. Next, add objects to the
scene from the box.
Click the 'flip' or re-size buttons and then press the
object to make the action happen. The eye button
makes objects disappear.
Set the mood of the scene by changing the light
and weather conditions.
Extension Activity
Introduction
This activity encourages your child reflect on the information that have learnt so far and to
answer questions to consolidate their understanding on Divali.
What to do
Click on the link below
http://content.lgfl.org.uk/secure/ibplayer/player/index.htm
Encourage your child to complete the activity and answer the questions
Questions you could ask
Which people celebrate Divali? Hindus, Sikhs and Jains
How long does the festival last? 5 days
Which months does Divali usually fall into? October and November
What does Divali mean? Rows of lighted lamps
What is this known by? Festival of lights
What are the small oil lamps called? Diyas
How versions are there of the Divali story? Lots
What does Divali celebrate? The renewal of life
So what to many people do? Clean their houses and wear new clothes
What do people give each other at Divali? Presents and sweets