Celebrate Diwali with Maya in this engaging and child-friendly story PowerPoint designed for Nursery and Reception children.

Through colourful illustrations and simple storytelling, children follow Maya as she learns about the Festival of Lights, decorates her home, lights diyas, enjoys celebrations with her family and discovers the meaning of Diwali. The story introduces key aspects of the festival in an accessible way that supports young learners’ understanding of different cultures and celebrations.

Suitable for Nursery, Preschool and Reception classes, this resource can be used during whole-class teaching, circle time, discussion sessions and celebration topics.

Learning opportunities include:

Developing listening and attention skills
Learning about Diwali and the Festival of Lights
Building vocabulary related to celebrations and traditions
Encouraging communication and discussion
Supporting story comprehension
Promoting understanding of different cultures and communities

This ready-to-use PowerPoint contains bright, engaging illustrations and age-appropriate language, making it an ideal introduction to Diwali for young children.

Keywords: Diwali, Festival of Lights, EYFS, Nursery, Reception, Early Years, PowerPoint, Story, Understanding the World, Communication and Language, Cultural Celebrations, Religious Festivals, Hindu Festival, Autumn Topic.