Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr, also known as just Eid, is a Muslim holiday which marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting. Celebrations continue for one, two or three days, and people wish each other Eid Mubarak (Blessed Eid) or Eid Said (Happy Eid). Celebrations vary by country but include gatherings to view the new moon, decorating homes inside and out, family visits, visiting the mosque,eating special sweet foods, neighbourhood fairs, visits to amusement parks, wearing new clothes and giving and receiving gifts. Eid al-Fitr was celebrated on 21st and 22nd April this year.
We had a great day today celebrating Eid along with our Muslim community and it gave us the chance to acknowledge all our wonderful students who fasted throughout Ramadan! They are fantastic! The children came dressed in their special Eid clothes and proudly displayed them in the senior yard for our annual Eid parade. Some of the children brought in bags of treats for all their classmates and home baked treats for the staff!
Classes learned about the 5 pillars of Islam. They also found out about the underlying principles of Ramadan where by Muslims believe that fasting reminds them of people who have less than they do, as well as making them think more about their actions. They also learned the names of the meals they eat during Ramadan namely Suhoor and Iftar. Some classes designed their own henna hands in art class.
A lovely day was had by all!
J McTeague