Diwali Word Search

Words in the Diwali word search

Every word used across the three levels, with a quick note on what it means.

lamp

A small light set around homes and doorways at Diwali.

light

Diwali is widely known as the festival of lights.

candle

A wax light used alongside the traditional clay lamps.

gift

Presents and sweets passed between families and neighbors.

family

Relatives visit each other across the five holiday days.

fireworks

Bright displays set off in many towns after dark.

sweets

Sugary treats such as ladoo and barfi shared with guests.

india

The country where Diwali began and is a public holiday.

prayer

Families say prayers at home for health and good fortune.

temple

A place of worship decorated and visited during Diwali.

diya

A small clay lamp that burns oil and a cotton wick.

rangoli

A floor pattern made from colored powder, rice or petals.

festival

Diwali is a five day festival kept across India and beyond.

marigold

An orange flower strung into Diwali decorations.

garland

A string of flowers hung over doors and pictures.

autumn

Diwali falls in October or November each year.

clay

Baked earth used to shape the small diya lamps.

wick

The cotton thread that carries the flame in a lamp.

oil

Lamps burn oil, often mustard or sesame oil.

lakshmi

Goddess of wealth welcomed into homes during Diwali.

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