Diwali: A Festival of Lights (Story, Craft and Culture)
Learn about an important Hindu festival through hands on activities and storytelling. Create a beautiful craft using folded paper. [travel, Sri Lanka, India, geography, Asia, mythology, traditions, Waldorf]
WONDERSTAND by Ms. Karin
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What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 1 - 3
Diwali is a five day festival of lights celebrated near the new moon between October and November. It is celebrated by over 1 billion people and is one of the most important holidays in India. Students will learn about the wide geographical region where Diwali is observed. They will also learn about the island of Sri Lanka. In this class, students will hear a summarized version of a myth from Ancient India (the story of Rama and Sita). Students will learn about some of the traditions which people observe during this festival. One of which is the lighting of "diyas" or oil lamps. Students will use their supplies (See list below) to construct their own “diya” wall hanging. This can be a beautiful gift or decoration. This class will include a brief presentation with pictures and maps and time for discussion. Almost half the class will be dedicated to creating the craft.
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Supply List
⚛ Origami or colored paper (not thick) - 2 sheets: 15x20 cm and 10x10cm (preferably yellow) ⚛ Glue (liquid works best; glue stick will also do) ⚛ Thread (for younger children, yarn would work better) ⚛ Ruler ⚛ Scissors ⚛ Small piece of cardboard
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Queen's University
- I spent close to a year in India, traveling from the Himalayas in the North to Kanyakumari, the southernmost tip of the subcontinent. India’s enchanting land and culture taught me so much!
- I am a certified Waldorf teacher for grades 1 through 8 with years of experience in a variety of settings. Waldorf Teacher Training prepares teachers to determine which aspects of history and mythological stories are appropriate for children at each developmental stage.
-In Waldorf Education, the study of ancient civilizations is an integral part of the primary grades’ curriculum. This includes but is not limited to Ancient India, Persia, Babylonia, Greece and Egypt. Children learn about each civilization through its geography, mythology, music, art and traditional ways of life. As a multicultural teacher who has travelled extensively, I thoroughly enjoy teaching about ancient civilizations and cultures from around the world. 🌎
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Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 27 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-9
1-6 learners per class
