Sunday, November 4, 2012

Rangoli Art with our Buddy Class.

Last Friday together with our buddy class, room 17, we drew Rangoli art to celebrate Diwali.
Diwali is the Indian Festival of Light.  It is held in late October or early November and celebrates the beginning of the Indian New Year.  The celebrations last for five days.  During the first day of Diwali, Rangoli patterns are made.  These are put by the front door to welcome visitors.  Sweets are also made and given out to family and friends. 
On the third day, divas are lit and put around your home.  These are little lights.  Later in the evening, fireworks are lit.  The fourth day is New Year’s Day. 
The last day of Diwali is Bhai Beej.  This is a special day for brothers and sisters.
After the five days the new year has begun.














1 comment:

Anonymous said...

It was beautiful art work that certainly brightened up the concrete path. I was very impressed. Well done guys!!

Lara D's mum