This week, people around the world are celebrating Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas!

We learned that Diwali is the Festival of Lights, and celebrates the victory of good over evil and light over darkness. Families light lamps, decorate their homes, and enjoy sweets and fireworks.

Bandi Chhor Divas is a Sikh festival on the same day. It remembers Guru Hargobind Ji, who helped free 52 kings from prison. Sikhs light up gurdwaras and pray for freedom and peace. Both festivals remind us to be kind to each other.

To celebrate we took part in a craft activity to make our own diya lights.