Celebrations and

Commemorations in places
around the world
 What is a celebration?
A social gathering or enjoyable activity held to celebrate something.

When we acknowledge (a important or happy day or event) with a social gathering or enjoyable
activity.
What is a celebration? What celebrations can you think of within your life and community?

We are going to learn about different celebration across the world.

• Why is this important?
Here are some world celebrations we are going to learn about:
Diwali
Chinese New Year
Thanksgiving
Ramadan
Rio Carnival
St Patricks day
Anzac Day
Birthdays
Diwali
The Hindu religious holiday called Diwali (also spelled Divali)
celebrates the new year. Diwali is a major holiday in India, the
exact dates change each year but this year, Diwali 2019 falls on
Sunday 27th October.

The name Diwali comes from a Sanskrit word that means “row
of lights.” The holiday is often called the Festival of Lights.

Diwali takes place annually and lasts for five days, marking the
start of the Hindu New Year. The exact dates change each year
and are determined by the position of the moon – but it usually
falls between October and November.
Diwali
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrrW3rO51ak

https://content.twinkl.co.uk/resource/f4/aa/t-tp-5447-diwali-fact-file-
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 Rangoli
A traditional Indian decoration and
patterns made with ground rice,
particularly during festivals.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5a3nQqF_zM