Diwali Fact Cards | Printable Resource
Discover the Festival of Lights! Explore the colours, traditions and celebrations of Diwali through beautifully illustrated, child friendly fact cards.
Our Diwali Fact Cards are a vibrant set of eight printable educational cards designed to introduce young children to Diwali in a simple, engaging and meaningful way.
Featuring colourful illustrations, clear explanations and accessible language, these cards encourage children to discover how Diwali is celebrated, explore different cultural traditions and develop an appreciation of the diverse communities around them.
From beautiful diya lamps and colourful rangoli patterns to special clothing, delicious food and family celebrations, each card introduces an aspect of Diwali through visual learning and conversation.
Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, childminders, nurseries and Reception classrooms, these versatile cards can be used during circle time, cultural celebrations, sensory invitations and everyday learning experiences.
What's included?
8 beautifully illustrated Diwali fact cards
2 A4 printable pages with 4 cards per page
Bright, engaging illustrations and simple explanations
Numbered cards exploring different Diwali traditions
Clear, child friendly vocabulary
Ready to print, cut out and laminate
The eight fact cards explore:
Festival of Lights: Discover why Diwali is known as the Festival of Lights.
Five Days of Celebration: Learn about the special traditions and family celebrations.
Diyas: Explore the little lamps that symbolise light overcoming darkness.
Decorations: Discover how families decorate their homes with lights, flowers and colourful patterns.
Rangoli: Explore beautiful patterns created using coloured powder, sand, rice and flower petals.
Sharing: Learn about giving gifts, sharing sweets and enjoying food together.
Special Clothing: Discover the colourful outfits sometimes worn during Diwali celebrations.
Different Communities: Explore how many Hindu, Sikh and Jain families celebrate Diwali through their own traditions and stories.
Learning opportunities
Developing communication and language through discussion and new vocabulary
Building awareness and understanding of different cultures and celebrations
Encouraging curiosity, respect and appreciation of diversity
Exploring colours, shapes, patterns and traditional decorations
Developing listening, attention and observation skills
Making connections between celebrations, families and communities
Supporting Understanding the World within the EYFS
Ideas for play
Share the cards during circle time to introduce Diwali and encourage conversations.
Add them to a Diwali inspired tuff tray alongside colourful rice, flowers and suitable sensory materials.
Explore rangoli patterns using loose parts, coloured sand or mark making resources.
Introduce battery operated diya lights and explore light and darkness.
Use alongside books, photographs and stories about Diwali celebrations.
Encourage children to share their own experiences of family traditions and celebrations.
Display the cards in your provision as visual prompts throughout your Diwali activities.
Inclusive and adaptable
Designed to support children at different developmental stages, including children with SEND.
Introduce one or two cards at a time, using simple language, visual prompts and repeated vocabulary to support understanding.
Children can participate through pointing, observing, signing, verbal communication or their preferred communication methods.
For younger children, focus on the colourful illustrations and familiar concepts such as light, family, food and sharing.
Older children can explore similarities and differences between celebrations, ask questions and develop a deeper understanding of the traditions represented.
The cards can also support meaningful conversations about belonging, community and respecting the experiences of others.
Little learners. Big discoveries. A world of celebrations.
A beautiful, accessible resource to help children explore Diwali through curiosity, conversation and meaningful play while celebrating the diversity of the world around them.
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