Time to celebrate
Exploring the significance of various festivals, through stories, images and creative activities; learning about the customs and meanings behind these celebrations.
EYFS outcomes
Development matters
- Recognise that people have different beliefs and celebrate special times in different ways.
See Development Matters (non-statutory curriculum guidance).
Early learning goals
Understanding the world
ELG: Past and present
- Talk about the lives of the people around them and their roles in society.
See Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage, 2021.
This unit is designed for children to explore various religious and cultural festivals as they occur throughout the year. This flexible unit allows you to select and teach lessons in alignment with the timing of these festivals, which may vary annually.
