In conjuction of Deepavali ( Diwali ) Festival, this week, teacher has introduced the history of Deepavali to children. Deepavali which also known as Festival of Light are celebrated by Hindus. Deepavali is celebrated for five days according to the Hindu Calendar. They will light up the diya ( oil lamp) around the house, eat Sheera ( type of dessert ), Lapsee ( type of sweet porridge ) Kheer ( type sweet pudding ) during Deepavali. They will decorate Rangoli ( also known as Kolam ) which make by coloured rice, sand or salt in front of their house to welcome the visitors.
After the lesson, our children are ready to make their Rangoli now:)
Part I - making coloured rice
First, children will pour some rice into a bowl.
Then, mix a little bit of vinegar and food colouring in a container.
Pour the coloured water into the bowl and stir the rice with chopstick.
Finally, bake the coloured rice with oven.
Stay tune for next week. Part II - making Rangoli
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