Diwali – Festival of Light

Download this 23-slide PowerPoint about the popular Hindu festival of Diwali which takes place in late October to early November. This colourful resource explains how the festival of Diwali celebrates the return of Rama and Sita to their kingdom after being in exile and how the goddess of wealth, Lakshmi, is welcomed into Hindu homes. Show children examples of Diva lamps and Rangoli patterns and follow the hyperlink to find more about Diwali. Packed full of pictures and information about this festival, the PowerPoint will support RE lessons and is also a great assembly resource.