Diwali / Clay Diya Lamps
Clay Diya Lamps
Children shape small lamp bowls from air-dry clay and paint them in bright colours, learning about the Festival of Lights.
How to run it
- Share a short explanation of diyas and why lamps are lit during Diwali.
- Give each child a ball of air-dry clay to roll and pinch into a small bowl with a lip.
- Leave to dry, then paint with bright colours and patterns.
- Place an LED tealight inside each lamp to display.
You will need
- air-dry clay
- paint
- paintbrushes
- LED tealights
Make it easier or harderUse playdough-style clay for younger children; older children can add carved patterns.
SafetyUse LED tealights only, never real flames.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2Children learn about and respect a cultural celebration through making.
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