The celebration of Holi

Religious education

Harvest festival in UK

Harvest festival around the world

The Jewish festival of Sukkot

The festival of trees

The story of Holi

In this unit pupils will investigate how Christians and Jews celebrate the natural world. They will examine case studies that to understand that there may be similarities and differences around the world. They will examine the concept of stewardship in Christianity and Jewish idea of tikkun olam.

Festivals: How do they celebrate the natural world?

The festival of Holi lasts for {{}} days and begins on the night of the full moon.

The pandit lights a {{}} called a burning Holi to symbolise a fresh start.

Vishnu made the {{}} soft like a pillow to save Prahlad.

Vishnu saved Prahlad from the {{}} that tried to trample him.

The celebration of Holi

Lesson outcome