Unit 5: Crossing Borders

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Unit 5

Crossing Borders

Why India?

India

Geography

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to understand the significance of Holi, a celebration in India.

Introduce the learning objective to the students to set expectations for the lesson.

What is the main religion in India,
do you think?

What do you already know about Holi?

Holi: The Festival of Colours in India

What is Holi?

Holi is a Hindu festival celebrated in India and Nepal. It is also known as the festival of colours.

Introduce the concept of Holi and what it signifies.

When is Holi Celebrated?

Holi is celebrated on the full moon day in the Hindu month of Phalguna. It usually falls in February or March.

Explain the time of the year when Holi is celebrated and give context to the students.

The Significance of Holi

Holi signifies the victory of good over evil, the arrival of spring, and the end of winter.

Explain the cultural and religious significance of Holi.

How is Holi Celebrated?

Watch the video about Holi.

Describe the activities that take place during Holi to give students an idea of what to expect.

In honour of which god is Holi celebrated?

1. Ganesha
2. Brahma
3. Krishna

What does the celebrated god represent?

1. Prahlad was burned by Holika.
2. Lord Vishnu tried to burn Holika.
3. Holika tried to save Prahlad from a fire.
4. Holika tried to burn Prahlad, but he was saved by Lord Vishnu and Holika was burnt instead.

What do the colours represent according to Andre?

1. All that is good in life
2. happiness
3. unity among people

What is the name of the bonfire lit on the eve of Holi?

1. Holika Dahan
2. Navratri
3. Guru Purnima
4. Diwali

When is Holi celebrated?

1. In autumn
2. In winter
3. In summer
4. In spring

What is the significance of Holi?

1. Celebration of winter, hate, and victory of evil over good
2. Celebration of summer, peace, and neutrality
3. Celebration of autumn, war, and defeat of good
4. Celebration of spring, love, and victory of good over evil

In which countries besides India is Holi celebrated?

1. Nepal
2. Bangladesh
3. China
4. Pakistan

Conclusion

Holi is a vibrant and colourful festival that celebrates the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil. It is an important cultural festival in India and is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy.

Summarize the lesson and its key points to reinforce learning.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.