FREE Ramadan: Calendar Display Mat/Poster | EYFS & KS1 Printable

FREE Early Years (EYFS & KS1) Ramadan: Calendar Display Mat/Poster

Introduce your learners to the holy month of Ramadan with our wonderful FREE Ramadan: Calendar Display Mat/Poster! This engaging printable is perfect for EYFS and KS1 children, providing a clear and beautiful visual aid to mark the progression of this significant Islamic festival.

Ideal for Preschool, Nursery, School, or for Parents and Childminders at home, this calendar is an excellent tool for promoting understanding, discussion, and anticipation throughout the month of Ramadan.

This fantastic FREE printable features:

• A clear title: 'Ramadan Calendar'.

• A large, beautiful image of a mosque background. This provides a culturally appropriate and visually appealing backdrop.

• Numbers 1-30 in circles. The calendar is clearly laid out with a number for each of the 30 days of Ramadan, allowing children to track the days and count down to Eid al-Fitr.

(Note: Please use your own discretion and knowledge of your children to ensure appropriateness of each activity suggested on this page and safety concerning any materials given and activity undertaken.)

• 💡 How to use this resource in your classroom/setting

  Our FREE Ramadan Calendar Display Mat/Poster is incredibly versatile and can be used in a multitude of ways across various early years and KS1 environments:

  • Daily Ritual: Use the calendar as a daily focus point. At the start of each day, you can get children to take turns marking off the correct number, either by colouring the circle in, placing a sticker on it, or using a whiteboard pen if laminated.

  • Topic Introduction: Use the poster to introduce the concept of Ramadan. Discuss with the children what Ramadan is, why it is important to Muslims, and how the calendar helps people to track the month.

  • Early Maths Integration: The calendar provides an excellent opportunity for counting and number recognition. Children can count from 1 to 30, identify specific numbers, or talk about how many days are left until Eid.

  • Display Focal Point: Pin the calendar up on a display board, alongside children's artwork or other materials related to Ramadan, as a central point of reference.

  • Cultural and Religious Education: The calendar serves as a respectful and visible way to acknowledge and celebrate a major Islamic festival, fostering an understanding of different cultures and faiths.

• 🎯 Learning objectives covered - 🐣 EYFS Framework

  EYFS Framework:

  • Mathematics (Number): Children learn to count in sequence and recognise numerals up to 30.

  • Understanding the World (People, Culture & Communities): Children learn about a different faith and cultural festival, broadening their understanding of the world and different celebrations.

  • Communication and Language (Listening, Attention & Understanding): Children listen to discussions about Ramadan and engage with the calendar as a daily activity.

  • Expressive Arts and Design: Appreciating the visual appeal of the poster and understanding how it's used for display.

• 🎯 Learning objectives covered - 🐤 KS1 Curriculum

  KS1 Curriculum:

  • Mathematics (Number and Place Value): Children can count to and across 30, both forwards and backward.

  • Religious Education / Understanding the World: Children learn about a significant Islamic festival and its customs.

  • English (Reading - indirectly): Exposure to the word 'Ramadan' helps with word recognition.

  • PSHE: Learning about different celebrations and the importance of showing respect for other cultures and beliefs.

Download our FREE Ramadan Calendar Display Mat/Poster today and add a thoughtful, educational, and respectful touch to your learning space as you explore this important festival.

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