Teach children about the Hindu New Year with these activities. Then have them compare the traditions of the Hindu culture to their own new year traditions.
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Holidays:
Diwali, the Hindu New Year
Excerpted from
Multicultural Holidays
This comprehensive book provides background information and related activities for more than 75 holidays throughout the year. It also includes student contracts and culminating activities.
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