Lesson 1: Understanding the Story of Diwali

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
40 minutes	Story of Diwali handout	Welcome the students and introduce the topic of Diwali.	Read the story of Diwali to the class and discuss key points.	Recap the story and its significance in Hinduism.	Ask students to draw a picture depicting their favorite part of the Diwali story.

Lesson 2: Exploring Diwali Symbols and Traditions

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
45 minutes	Diwali symbols poster, colored papers, markers	Show examples of Diwali symbols and briefly discuss their meanings.	Have students create their own Diwali symbols using colored papers and markers.	Display and explain each student's creation to the class.	Ask students to explain the significance of the symbol they created.

Lesson 3: Connecting Diwali to Everyday Life

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
50 minutes	Diwali decorations, photos of Diwali celebrations	Discuss how Diwali is celebrated in Hinduism and its significance.	Encourage students to share any personal connections or experiences related to Diwali.	Reflect on the similarities and differences between Diwali celebrations and other festivals the students may know.	Ask students to write a short paragraph about how they can incorporate the spirit of Diwali in their own lives.

Lesson 4: Exploring Diwali Concepts

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
50 minutes	Diwali concept cards, whiteboard	Introduce key concepts associated with Diwali celebration in Hinduism.	Engage students in discussions about each concept and its significance.	Summarize the main concepts explored and their importance during Diwali.	Conduct a quiz where students match the concept with its meaning.

Lesson 5: Diwali Craft Activity

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
60 minutes	Diya lamps, colored paints, brushes	Show examples of decorated Diya lamps used during Diwali.	Guide students in painting and decorating their own Diya lamps.	Allow students to showcase their decorated Diya lamps to the class.	Peer assessment based on creativity and effort put into decorating the Diya lamps.

Lesson 6: Diwali Celebration Presentation

Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
60 minutes	Diwali artifacts, presentation materials	Divide students into groups and assign each a Diwali symbol or tradition to research.	Have each group create a short presentation to share with the class.	Allow time for questions and discussions after each presentation.	Peer evaluation based on content, creativity, and presentation skills.