Eid is a special time for millions of Muslim families around the world.
Depending on the occasion, families may be celebrating Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, or Eid al-Adha, an important celebration in the Islamic calendar.
Traditions vary between families, communities and countries, but Eid can include prayer, family gatherings, special meals, gifts, charity and spending time with loved ones.
At QuackyandRex.com, we believe children's activities should be inclusive and respectful of different families, traditions and celebrations.
Here are some simple Eid activities that families and early-years settings can adapt appropriately.
Make Eid Cards
Children can create cards for relatives and friends.
Provide:
- Paper
- Crayons
- Child-safe craft materials
- Stickers
Children can write or trace:
Eid Mubarak
Younger children can decorate cards with colourful shapes and patterns.
Kindness Activities
Generosity and helping others are important values associated with Eid celebrations.
Create a simple kindness challenge.
Ideas include:
Help someone tidy up.
Make a card for a relative.
Share something.
Say something kind.
Help prepare for a family gathering.
Children can draw a picture each time they complete an act of kindness.
Eid Colouring Activities
Create colouring activities featuring suitable celebratory themes such as:
- Stars
- Lantern-inspired decorations
- Geometric patterns
- Family celebrations
- Gift boxes
- Moon-themed designs
Avoid assuming every family celebrates in exactly the same way.
Pattern Activities
Decorative patterns can be turned into early-learning activities.
Ask children to continue patterns such as:
Star — circle — star — circle.
Red — blue — green — red — blue — ?
This combines creativity and early maths.
Counting Games
Use printable stars or shapes.
Ask:
How many stars can you count?
Can you find five?
Which group has more?
Can you create a group of ten?
Family Storytelling
Invite children to talk about celebrations in their family.
Questions might include:
What do you enjoy doing with your family?
What food do you like?
Who do you visit?
What makes a celebration special?
Children from families who do not celebrate Eid can also talk about celebrations that are important to them.
This keeps the activity inclusive.
Make a Celebration Banner
Children can decorate letters spelling:
EID MUBARAK
Older children can cut and arrange the letters.
Younger children can colour them.
Eid Gift Hunt
If gift-giving forms part of your family's celebration, create a simple treasure hunt.
Use clues leading children from one location to another.
The final surprise could be a gift, activity or family treat.
Learn About Different Celebrations
Eid can also provide an opportunity for children to learn that families around the world celebrate different festivals and traditions.
Keep explanations simple and age-appropriate.
The goal is curiosity and respect.
Quiet Activities During Family Gatherings
Large family celebrations can be exciting, but children sometimes need a quieter activity.
Prepare a small activity pack containing:
- Colouring sheets
- Puzzles
- Drawing paper
- Crayons
- Simple matching games
- Stories
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Eid Activities for Schools and Nurseries
Early-years settings can use age-appropriate activities to help children learn about different celebrations represented within their community.
Possible activities include:
- Celebration cards
- Pattern making
- Storytelling
- Kindness activities
- Colouring
- Discussions about families and traditions
Teachers and childcare providers should be mindful that traditions vary considerably between Muslim families.
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Celebrating Families and Friendship
Whatever a family's traditions, celebrations can give children opportunities to experience kindness, family connection, creativity and togetherness.
Quacky & Rex are all about friendship and shared adventures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eid?
Eid refers to important Islamic celebrations. Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, while Eid al-Adha is another major celebration in the Islamic calendar.
What are good Eid activities for children?
Card making, colouring, kindness challenges, pattern activities, storytelling and family games are simple options.
Can schools teach children about Eid?
Schools and nurseries may include age-appropriate learning about festivals and celebrations, while respecting that individual families may observe traditions differently.
Where can I find children's printable activities?
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