This collection of 大象传媒 resources for primary schools can be used to support teaching around Diwali.
What is Diwali?
Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights. Diwali means 鈥渞ow of lights鈥, and celebrates the story of Rama and Sita. It also marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year.
When is Diwali?
This year Diwali begins on 31 October, 2024
The Hindu Story of Rama and Sita. video
This short animated film for primary schools explores one of the main stories of Diwali; the story of Rama rescuing Sita from a demon King Ravana with the help of Hanuman and his monkey army.
My Life, My Religion: Diwali - the festival of light. video
In this short film for 7-11 year-olds Hindus Vraj and Simran explain how they celebrate the festival of Diwali.
KS1 Diwali Assembly Framework. collection
This assembly framework for 5-7 year-olds uses a collection of resources to introduce pupils to the story of Rama and Sita, central to the festival of Diwali.
KS2 Diwali Assembly Framework. collection
This assembly framework for 7-11 year-olds uses a variety of resources to explore Diwali.
School Radio - Diwali Collection. collection
A collection of School Radio teaching resources for Diwali feature dance, music, assemblies and stories.
Newsround: Diwali - What is it? document
This Newsround article uses a number of short films to help 6-12 year-olds understand more about Diwali.
Time for a Story: A Diwali Story audio
Aimed at Primary schools, listen to this story of two sisters, Sheela and Leila, celebrating the festival of Diwali.
