Diwali is a festival of lights and happiness. It’s that time of year when we’re immersed in pure joy, spending time with family.
During the Diwali holidays, children get a chance to explore various festive activities instead of idly playing video games.
You can engage your kids in various Diwali activities like arts and crafts, quizzes, and puzzles. Here are some fun ideas.
Making Delicious Sweets: Diwali is all about delightful sweets. Kids can learn how to make these at home. For example, making laddoos is a simple recipe that children can try.
Green Diwali: Today, one of the biggest concerns is environmental pollution. Children can learn about celebrating a more eco-friendly or ‘green’ Diwali by reducing the use of firecrackers.
Crafting Beautiful Garlands: During Diwali pooja, we offer flowers and garlands to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi. Children can learn to create these garlands with the help of their parents.
Making Diya at Home: Lighting diyas is a common Diwali tradition. How about children learning to make them at home using mud and other materials?
Making Diwali Cards: While modern times favour WhatsApp messages, nothing beats the personal touch of a handmade card. Children can learn to craft Diwali cards using glitter, sketch pens, and other stationery.
Designing Rangoli: If you want to keep your child entertained and stress-free, colours can do wonders. Creating rangoli is a long-standing tradition during Diwali.
Storytelling for Learning: While we enjoy Diwali, some kids may not understand why it’s celebrated. Adults can host a storytelling session to explain the significance of this festival.