Lesson 1: Story of Pongal

Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Story of Pongal handout, pictures of Pongal celebration Introduction: Introduce the story of Pongal through a short video or storytelling session. Development: Discuss the roots and history of Pongal, emphasizing its significance in Hinduism. Conclusion: Encourage students to ask questions and share their thoughts on the story of Pongal. Assessment: Ask students to draw a picture depicting their favorite part of the Pongal story.

Lesson 2: Symbols and Traditions of Pongal

Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Pongal ingredients (rice, milk, jaggery), traditional Pongal pot Introduction: Show pictures of Pongal symbols and discuss their meanings. Development: Explore the traditions of Pongal, such as cooking the dish and offering prayers. Conclusion: Have a mini Pongal cooking session and share the dish with the class. Assessment: Ask students to write a short paragraph explaining the significance of Pongal symbols.

Lesson 3: Connecting Pongal to Students' Lives

Time Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Paper, coloring materials Introduction: Discuss how Pongal is celebrated in different regions and families. Development: Ask students to draw a picture of how they celebrate a special occasion in their own lives. Conclusion: Share and compare drawings; discuss similarities and differences. Assessment: Evaluate students' drawings based on creativity and connection to the lesson.

Lesson 4: Exploring Pongal Concepts

Time Allocation: 50 minutes Resources Needed: Pongal coloring sheets, Pongal game cards Introduction: Introduce key concepts of Pongal through interactive activities. Development: Play a Pongal-themed game to reinforce learning about the festival. Conclusion: Have a group discussion on the concepts explored and their importance. Assessment: Observe students' participation in the game and discussion for understanding.

Lesson 5: Story of Pongal Review

Time Allocation: 30 minutes Resources Needed: Story of Pongal handout, whiteboard, markers Introduction: Review the story of Pongal with a quick quiz or discussion. Development: Allow students to ask any remaining questions about the Pongal story. Conclusion: Summarize key points and emphasize the importance of understanding different cultures. Assessment: Quiz students on the story of Pongal to assess comprehension.

Lesson 6: Pongal Celebration Project

Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Craft materials, Pongal recipes Introduction: Assign students a Pongal celebration project to work on individually or in pairs. Development: Allow students time to create a visual representation or model of a Pongal celebration. Conclusion: Have students present their projects to the class and share their learnings. Assessment: Evaluate projects based on creativity, accuracy, and understanding of Pongal concepts.