Festivals of India – School Project & Chart Ideas for Kids

kidsactivities4fun July 06, 2025

Festivals of India – School Project & Chart Ideas for Kids

India is known as the land of festivals. From Diwali and Holi to Eid and Christmas, each celebration brings joy, culture, and color. For school projects, showcasing these festivals through creative charts, models, or crafts is a great idea!

📌 Why Festivals Are Celebrated in India

Festivals are part of India’s culture and religion.
They bring families and communities together.
They teach values like kindness, unity, and respect.

🌟 List of Popular Indian Festivals for Kids

Festival	Significance	Celebrated With
Diwali	Victory of light over darkness	Diyas, sweets, fireworks
Holi	Festival of colors and spring	Colors, water balloons, dancing
Eid	End of Ramadan fasting	Prayers, feasts, giving to poor
Christmas	Birth of Jesus Christ	Trees, gifts, Santa Claus
Ganesh Chaturthi	Birth of Lord Ganesha	Clay idols, songs, immersion
Pongal / Sankranti	Harvest festival	Rangoli, kite flying, sweet dishes

✂️ School Project Ideas for “Festivals of India”

Festival Chart: Make a chart with pictures and short notes.
3D Model: Show a festival scene using clay, cardboard, or paper.
Craft Display: Use real materials like diya, rangoli, flowers.
Festival Calendar: Create a timeline of festivals by month.

📐 Chart Headings You Can Use

What is the festival?
When is it celebrated?
Why is it important?
How do people celebrate it?
Photos or drawings of the festival.

🧠 Fun Fact

Did you know? In Kerala, Onam is celebrated with flower carpets and boat races!

📽️ Video: How to Make a Festival Project at Home (DIY)

❓FAQs – School Project on Indian Festivals

Q: How many festivals should I include?
A: 5–6 is enough. Include at least one from each religion.
Q: Can I use real photos?
A: Yes! You can paste cutouts or printouts.
Q: What materials can I use?
A: Chart paper, glitter, colors, fabric, clay, flowers, paper cups, and more.