In a season known for its festivity, what could be more engaging than kindling the curious minds of children with tales steeped in culture, tradition, and lights? Diwali, the festival of lights, is not just a celebration but an experience that can be enhanced with the right story. And what better way to do it …
Whether you’re teaching your kids about your culture or teaching them about the different celebrations around the world, getting crafty is a great way to capture their attention and educate them about Diwali. Diwali (pronounced Duh-vaa-lee) is the Festival of Lights that lasts for 5 days and is celebrated by more than a billion people …
12 Fun Ways For Cross-Cultural Families To Celebrate Diwali What Is Diwali Diwali (Deepavali aka Deepawali or Dipawali) is known as the festival of lights. It is one of the most popular and eagerly awaited festivals in India. Diwali in Sanskrit means rows of lighted lamps, and it is customary to light up your house …
20 Amazing Multicultural Diwali Gift Ideas What Is Diwali? Diwali, aka Deepavali, is the festival of lights. In Hinduism, it exemplifies how only light can dispel darkness and commemorates good’s victory over evil. It is a time for reflection, celebration, and gift-giving (like New Years in the United States of America). It is an official holiday …
This post is part of the annual Diwali for Kids blog hop from Multicultural Kid Blogs! See the posts below for great ideas on celebrating Diwali with children. You can find even more ideas from last year’s series and on our Diwali Pinterest board: Maple and Marigold on Multicultural Kid Blogs: Celebrating Diwali in …
Teaching A Multicultural Child About DiwaliTeaching A Multicultural Child About Diwali The Festive Roots Diwali Trunk I had reached out to a company by the name of Festive Roots after seeing that they provide Indian festival and holiday trunks for kids. Their trunks are intended to aid parents, teachers, and those interested in helping their children …
