Day 1: Dhanteras

Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali and is associated with wealth, prosperity, and good health. People clean their homes and purchase new items, especially metal (like kitchenware or jewellery), as it’s believed to bring good luck.

Fun Activities:

• Make mini paper diyas or make and decorate tealight holders with air dry clay.

• Craft your own “good luck coins” with foil or gold card.

• Design and decorate paper shopping bags to symbolise new purchases.

• Create social media posts educating people on Dhanteras

Whole-School Ideas:

• Run a “Clean and Green” classroom challenge to tidy and refresh learning spaces.

• Share facts about Dhanteras in form time.

• Display board on symbols of wealth and health in different cultures.