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Informational Text on Holi Worksheet

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  • RI.3.10
  • RF.3.4
  • RF.3.4.A
  • RI.3.1
  • RI.3.7
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About the "Holi" Worksheet

"Holi" worksheet offers an engaging activity for children to learn about the ancient Hindu festival of Holi through an informative passage and a series of reflective questions. This interactive and printable worksheet provides a detailed description of Holi, including its significance, traditions, and the story behind its celebration. By reading the passage, children gain insights into the cultural and historical aspects of Holi, such as the story of Prahlad and the events of Holika Dahan and Rangwali Holi. The worksheet prompts children to answer questions that reinforce their understanding and encourage them to connect personally with the festival.

Additionally, the worksheet includes thought-provoking questions that prompt children to reflect on the story of Prahlad, the meaning of the festival, and their own interest in celebrating Holi. This interactive and printable worksheet not only enhances reading comprehension and critical thinking skills but also fosters cultural appreciation and empathy. It’s an excellent resource for educators and parents looking to combine cultural education with literacy development.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

  • Understanding the cultural and historical significance of the Hindu festival of Holi.
  • Enhancing reading comprehension and critical thinking through reflective questions.

Learning Outcomes

Cognitive

  • Gain knowledge about the traditions and significance of Holi.
  • Develop critical thinking skills by reflecting on the story of Prahlad and the festival's meaning.

Psychomotor

  • Improve fine motor skills through the act of writing answers to the questions.
  • Enhance hand-eye coordination by following the reading and writing tasks.

Affective

  • Foster a positive attitude towards learning about different cultures and traditions.
  • Encourage empathy and understanding by reflecting on the moral lessons from the story of Prahlad.

Interpersonal/Social

  • Promote discussions about cultural festivals and their significance with family and peers.
  • Encourage sharing of personal reflections and cultural knowledge in a group setting.

Tags

Holi, Hindu Festival, Cultural Education, Interactive Learning, Printable Worksheet, Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Educational Resources, Cognitive, Psychomotor, Affective, Interpersonal/Social

Common Core Standards Covered

RF.3.4
Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension.
RF.3.4.a
Read grade-level text with purpose and understanding.
RI.3.1
Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers.
RI.3.10
By the end of the year, read and comprehend informational texts, including history/social studies, science, and technical texts, at the high end of the grades 2–3 text complexity band independently and proficiently.
RI.3.7
Use information gained from illustrations (e.g., maps, photographs) and the words in a text to demonstrate understanding of the text (e.g., where, when, why, and how key events occur).

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