Bring Diwali to Life in Your Classroom with Inspiring EYFS and Primary Resources
Are you looking to introduce the celebration of Diwali to your EYFS or primary pupils? With our Diwali resources, you can bring this vibrant festival to life, giving pupils a hands-on experience of the celebrations, traditions, and history of Diwali. Whether you’re an EYFS teacher looking for interactive, child-friendly resources or a primary school teacher aiming to cover Diwali in KS1, we have a range of engaging materials designed to make your planning easier and your lessons unforgettable.
Our collection of Diwali resources for EYFS and KS1 includes a variety of ready-to-use teaching materials. From Diwali lesson plans for EYFS to comprehensive Diwali worksheets and interactive activities for primary school pupils, each resource is crafted to help you cover key aspects of Diwali in a way that’s both meaningful and fun. Here’s what you’ll find in our Diwali teaching pack.
Diwali Activities for EYFS: Spark Creativity and Understanding
For EYFS settings, our Diwali resources are filled with practical activities that help little ones grasp the basics of this festival through play and exploration. Our EYFS Diwali activities and crafts include a range of hands-on experiences designed to stimulate curiosity. From decorating diyas to making colourful Diwali rangoli patterns, our resources allow pupils to engage with Diwali traditions creatively. Our Diwali role-play ideas for EYFS also add depth, enabling pupils to explore Diwali customs in an imaginative setting. Whether it’s through making Diwali lanterns or crafting paper diyas, these Diwali art and craft ideas for EYFS are perfect for helping young children connect with Diwali in a way they can easily understand.
Diwali Story Resources for EYFS and KS1: Explore the Story of Rama and Sita
A key part of Diwali teaching involves sharing the story of Rama and Sita. Our Diwali story resources for EYFS and KS1 present this tale in a way that’s accessible and engaging for younger pupils. With colourful illustrations and simple language, the story helps children understand the meaning behind Diwali, offering context and insight into why millions of people around the world celebrate this festival. Use these resources to bring storytelling into your lessons, helping children develop empathy and respect for other cultures.
Diwali Crafts for EYFS and Primary: Hands-On Fun for Pupils
Craft activities are a wonderful way to immerse pupils in Diwali traditions. Our Diwali crafts for EYFS and primary are designed to be easy to follow and enjoyable for pupils of all ages. Activities like Diwali colouring sheets, diya decorating, and rangoli-making give pupils the chance to express themselves while learning about Diwali customs. The crafts are perfect for display too, adding a festive feel to your classroom while also showcasing pupils’ work. Our Diwali display resources for primary and EYFS classrooms make it easy to set up a visually appealing, informative display that celebrates this joyous festival.
Diwali Lesson Plans and Worksheets for Primary
For KS1, our Diwali lesson plans provide structured yet adaptable activities to ensure pupils gain a well-rounded understanding of Diwali’s significance. Each lesson is designed to build on pupils’ knowledge with age-appropriate activities and discussions. We also offer Diwali worksheets for primary that cover a range of topics, from the history and traditions of Diwali to the customs that families observe today. These worksheets are perfect for reinforcing key concepts and can be used as a standalone activity or part of a larger Diwali-themed lesson.
Interactive Diwali Resources for KS1: Bring Lessons to Life
If you’re looking for more than just printables, our Diwali interactive resources for KS1 provide a dynamic way to introduce Diwali. Use our slideshows, videos, and activities to present Diwali traditions in an interactive format that keeps pupils engaged. These resources work especially well for assemblies or whole-class activities, giving pupils the opportunity to learn about Diwali in a way that’s both visual and interactive. Our Diwali assembly ideas for primary school provide a complete toolkit for sharing Diwali’s meaning with the entire school, making it easy to set up an informative, engaging assembly that resonates with all pupils.
Why Choose Our Diwali Resources?
Our Diwali teaching pack is crafted by education specialists to meet the needs of EYFS and KS1 teachers. Each resource is colourful, child-friendly, and age-appropriate, making it easy for teachers to introduce Diwali without extensive planning. With everything from Diwali role-play ideas for EYFS to detailed lesson plans and worksheets for primary, you’ll find all you need in one place. Our easy-to-use resources save you time, letting you focus on creating meaningful learning experiences around Diwali.
With our range of Diwali resources for EYFS and primary, you can introduce your pupils to one of the world’s most celebrated festivals in a way that’s memorable, enjoyable, and educational. Make Diwali a special part of your classroom this year with resources that support exploration, understanding, and respect for different cultures.
