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Ulambana Festival: Honoring Ancestors

The Ulambana Festival, also known as Obon or Hungry Ghost Festival, is celebrated annually on the 15th day of the 7th lunar month in Buddhism to honor departed ancestors and alleviate their suffering.

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Week Starting 21st October

Monday
Unit of Work (Aistear Plan): Life on the Farm
On October 21, 1879, Thomas Edison successfully demonstrated the first practical electric lighting system using incandescent light bulbs at his Menlo Park laboratory, paving the way for modern farm lighting technology.
See all posts for 21st October
Tuesday
Unit of Work (5th / 6th Class): “Government Extends Flood Support Schemes for Businesses and Organizations”
Numerous relief efforts were organized on 10-22 to help victims of a devastating flood.
See all posts for 22nd October
Wednesday
Unit of Work (5th / 6th Class): Exploring the Marvels of the Rainforest
The Rainforest Alliance was founded on this date in 1987.
See all posts for 23rd October
Thursday
Geography Plan: All about Turkey (3rd-6th Class)
The Treaty of Ankara was signed on 10-24 in 1921 between France and the Grand National Assembly of Turkey, solidifying their alliance against the Allies.
See all posts for 24th October
Friday
Unit of Work (3rd / 4th Class): “Pasta: From Ancient Origins to Modern Delights”
World Pasta Day takes place on this date
See all posts for 25th October

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