With the main day of celebration for the Festival of Diwali being celebrated on Sunday 12th November, Year 3 delved into this topic and explored the significance of this festival.
The children, utilising their reflectiveness skills, considered Rangoli and its intricate beauty. They learned that Rangoli is composed of vibrant coloured patterns, meticulously designed with great attention to detail. The children also discovered that Rangoli is believed to bring good luck and is traditionally placed at the entrance of people's homes to welcome Goddess Lakshmi.
Taking their learning outdoors, the children engaged in discussions about the designs they would like to create as Rangoli patterns. Demonstrating their reciprocity skills, they worked collaboratively, sharing chalk, to bring their imaginations to life with stunning Rangoli designs, filled with a myriad of colours.
To further enhance their understanding, the children were provided with Rangoli designs to colour in, enabling them to consider the impact their choice of colours would have on the overall design. This enabled them to develop their artistic skills whilst appreciating the significance of colours in Rangoli.
By immersing themselves in the Festival of Diwali and exploring the art of Rangoli, the children gained a deep understanding of the cultural traditions associated with this celebration. Their enthusiasm and creativity were evident throughout the learning process, making this a rich and engaging experience for all involved.
'Diwali means “row of lights,' - Amaira, Cedar Class
'The patterns are made using different shapes and colours,' - Lily, Ash Class
'I have made these at home with colourful powders,' - Nyasa, Cherry Class
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