Ramadan - EYFS/Early Years activities, Displays and ideas
Date: Tuesday 17th February - Wednesday 18th March 2026
(The dates of this religious festival can change based on observations of the moon.)
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About ‘Ramadan’
What is Ramadan?
Ramadan is a very special month for Muslim families all over the world. It is a time for being extra kind, thinking of others, and spending time with family and friends.
What Happens During Ramadan?
The Crescent Moon: Ramadan begins when a tiny sliver of the crescent moon appears in the night sky.
Fasting: Grown-ups and older children go without food or water during the day while the sun is up. This helps them think about people who might be hungry and teaches them how to be patient.
Kindness and Giving: It is a time for charity. Families often give toys, clothes, or money to people who need help.
Special Meals: Before the sun comes up, families eat a meal called Suhoor. When the sun goes down, they break their fast together with a meal called Iftar, often starting with sweet, chewy dates.
Celebrating Eid al-Fitr
When the month of Ramadan finishes, there is a giant celebration called Eid al-Fitr (the Festival of Breaking the Fast).
Dressing Up: People wear their very best, sparkliest clothes.
Gifts: Children often receive small gifts or money from their elders.
Feasting: There are lots of delicious treats and sweets to share!
Top Tip for Teachers: This is a lovely opportunity to talk about "feelings" (how it feels to be hungry or patient) and the importance of helping our friends.
A More Detailed Look
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is considered the holiest month in Islam. It is observed as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. Muslims around the world fast from dawn (Fajr) to sunset (Maghrib), refraining from food, drink, smoking, and negative actions such as lying or arguing. The fast is broken each day with a meal called iftar, and the pre-dawn meal before fasting begins is called suhoor.
Fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and is obligatory for all adult Muslims, except for those who are sick, pregnant, menstruating, traveling, or otherwise exempt. Those who miss fasts due to illness or travel must make them up later, while those unable to fast permanently can provide charity (fidya) instead. The main purpose of Ramadan is to grow spiritually, strengthen self-discipline, and increase Taqwa (God-consciousness) while developing empathy for those who are less fortunate.
The month concludes with Eid al-Fitr, a major Islamic festival that marks the end of fasting. It is celebrated with a special communal prayer (Salat al-Eid), feasting, family gatherings, and giving to charity (Zakat al-Fitr), ensuring that the less fortunate can also partake in the celebrations.
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