Eid is a Muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and is celebrated in July or August. Eid is an Arabic word meaning ‘festivity’. The holiday celebrates the conclusion of a month of dawn-to-sunset fasting during the entire month of Ramadan and begins with the sighting of the new moon.

British Muslims celebrate Eid with huge festivities. Everyone dresses in their best clothes and they go to the mosque to pray together. Afterwards, special celebration meals are served up with a big family get together. Children are given sweets, presents and often new clothes. Muslims send cards to each other to celebrate this special time with the greeting ‘Eid Mubarak’ which means ‘may you enjoy a blessed festival’.

Islamic art rarely shows depictions of people. Instead, it is famous for its beautiful, intricate geometric patterns.

What are the key points I should tell the children?

• Eid is a festival marking the end of Ramadan
• It is celebrated by Muslims

 

Products that can help you to explore Eid

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Diversity Awareness Pack

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