Lesson 1: Story of Ganesh Chaturthi

Time: 45 minutes Resources: Story of Lord Ganesha, pictures of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations Introduction: Introduce Ganesh Chaturthi and briefly explain its significance. Development: Read aloud the story of Lord Ganesha and discuss its moral lessons. Conclusion: Encourage students to ask questions and share their thoughts on the story. Assessment: Ask students to draw a picture depicting a scene from the story.

Lesson 2: Symbols and Traditions
Time: 60 minutes Resources: Symbols of Lord Ganesha, clay for modeling Introduction: Show pictures of Ganesha symbols and explain their meanings. Development: Guide students in creating clay models of Ganesha and its symbols. Conclusion: Discuss the importance of these symbols in Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Assessment: Evaluate students' clay models based on creativity and accuracy.

Lesson 3: Connection to Daily Life

Time: 45 minutes Resources: Photos of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, paper and markers Introduction: Discuss how Ganesh Chaturthi connects to our daily lives. Development: Have students create a poster showing ways they can incorporate Ganesh Chaturthi values in their lives. Conclusion: Share and discuss the posters created by students. Assessment: Assess students based on their creativity and understanding of the connection to daily life.

Lesson 4: Exploring Concepts
Time: 50 minutes Resources: Ganesh Chaturthi song, coloring materials Introduction: Introduce students to a Ganesh Chaturthi song and discuss its meaning. Development: Have students color a picture related to the song and its concepts. Conclusion: Listen to the song together and reflect on its message. Assessment: Assess students' understanding through a discussion on the song's concepts.

Lesson 5: Art and Craft Activity
Time: 60 minutes Resources: Craft materials, instructional videos on making Ganesha idols Introduction: Show videos on making Ganesha idols and discuss the craft. Development: Guide students in creating their own Ganesha idols using craft materials. Conclusion: Display and discuss the students' creations. Assessment: Evaluate students based on creativity and effort put into their Ganesha idols.

Lesson 6: Cooking Activity

Time: 45 minutes Resources: Ingredients for modak (sweet dumplings), recipe printouts Introduction: Explain the significance of modak in Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Development: Demonstrate and guide students in making modak. Conclusion: Enjoy the modak together and discuss its taste and importance. Assessment: Assess students based on their participation and understanding of the cooking activity.