In short: Celebrate Diwali with stories, diya painting, rangoli and family time, and keep crackers away from little hands.
Deepavali is the festival of lights, and for children it's pure magic: glowing diyas, colourful rangoli, sweets and family all together.
The story for little ones
We tell the story of Lord Rama returning to Ayodhya and people lighting lamps to welcome him home, with a simple message: light wins over darkness and good wins over bad.
Diwali activities for preschoolers
- Diya painting: decorating clay diyas with paint and glitter
- Rangoli: with coloured rice, flower petals or chalk (great for fine motor skills)
- Paper lanterns and torans
- Greeting cards for grandparents
- Counting sweets and diyas for some festive maths
- Light and shadow play with torches
Keeping Diwali safe and green
- Keep children away from crackers. Little ones have sensitive ears and skin.
- Use LED lights and place diyas out of reach.
- Dress children in cotton clothes, not loose synthetic fabrics.
- Keep a bucket of water and a first-aid kit handy.
- Remember pets and birds, who are scared of loud noises.
- Try a green Diwali with fewer crackers, more lights and more family time.
Values to share
Gratitude, generosity (sharing sweets with neighbours), cleanliness and togetherness.
At Wings and Waves we celebrate Deepavali with stories, crafts, music and lots of light, and wish every family a joyful festival.
Questions parents ask
How do you celebrate Diwali at preschool?
With the story of Diwali, diya painting, rangoli, lanterns, songs and a festive dress-up day. No crackers at school.
At what age can children hold sparklers?
We recommend keeping young preschoolers away from all fireworks. Let them enjoy lights and diyas safely instead.
Looking for a caring, play-based preschool in Yelahanka? Visit Wings and Waves Preschool in Maruthi Nagar or WhatsApp 99723 99337.