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Happy Divali Mini Activity Pack
7 printable A4 pages: 2 colouring pages, a big rangoli to colour, decorate-your-diya and a Divali kindness chart.
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Happy Divali! – Diwali Song for Kids
"Happy Divali!" is a 1-minute song for children aged 2 to 6 about Divali (Diwali), the festival of lights. Ruby and Mouse light little diyas, draw a colourful rangoli and share sweets with their neighbours – and everyone says "Thank you! Happy Divali!"
Updated 2026-10-30 · Version française : Joyeux Divali !
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What does this song teach?
- What Divali (Diwali) is: the festival of lights
- Diyas, rangoli and decorations
- Sharing sweets with neighbours and friends
- Saying "Thank you!" and "Happy Divali!"
Happy Divali! – lyrics
The chorus is sung after each verse and again at the end.
Chorus
Light a little diya, shining oh so bright!
Happy, happy Divali, the festival of light!
Twinkle, twinkle, little lamps, shining all the way,
Happy, happy Divali, let's share the sweets today!
Verse
Ruby draws a rangoli, colours on the floor,
Mouse puts little diyas by the open door.
We share our sweets with neighbours, a plate for every friend,
"Thank you! Happy Divali!" The kindness never ends!
How to use the song at home or in class
- Make a paper diyaDraw or cut out a diya shape and decorate it together while the song plays. Talk about why people light lamps at Divali.
- Draw a rangoliUse chalk outside, or coloured paper and rice indoors, to make a simple flower pattern like Ruby.
- Share a plate of sweetsFill a small plate with sweets or fruit and take it to a neighbour or friend. Practise saying "Happy Divali!" together.
- Keep real flames for grown-upsLet children watch real diyas from a safe distance; battery tea lights are great for little hands.
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Questions parents ask
What is Divali?
Divali (also spelled Diwali or Deepavali) is the festival of lights. Families light small clay lamps called diyas, draw colourful rangoli patterns and share sweets with friends and neighbours. In Mauritius it is a public holiday.
How can I explain Divali to a toddler?
Keep it simple: "It is a happy festival of lights. We light little lamps, make pretty colours on the floor and share sweets with our friends." The song tells exactly this story.
Is there a French version?
Yes. « Joyeux Divali ! » tells the same story in French.
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