Buddhist Festivals

#TheCompleteSeries5lessons

This lesson pack comes complete with detailed planning, slides for teaching input and differentiated resources.

#Lesson1WhyisBuddhismspecial

This lesson asks children to discuss what they already know about Buddhism. It goes on to clearly explain the central ideas and practices of the religion; children will then consider how Buddhism differs from other religions they have studied.

#Lesson2VesakDay

Your children will find out about the ways in which 'Buddha's Birthday' is celebrated around the world, then read the story of the Buddha's enlightenment - a key moment in his life which is celebrated during Vesak day.

#Lesson3ThePloughingFestival

In this lesson, children will learn all about the ways in which this festival is celebrated and how Buddhists are reminded of the teachings of the Buddha during this event. It includes a set of Ploughing Festival cards to assist children with putting together a short presentation to show what they have learned.

#Lesson4LoyKrathong

With beautiful photographs to study and discuss as well as the option to make a floating basket like those made during the festival, this lesson has everything needed to engage children and teach them all about the Loy Krathong festival.

#Lesson5Songkran

Teach your children all about the ways in which the Buddhist Songkran festival is celebrated in Thailand. The slides include beautiful photographs of the annual rituals and celebrations that take place around the country for children to analyse and discuss as well as a straightforward, easy to understand explanation of the Buddha's enlightenment.

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