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Based on the standards listed and the graphic below, it is easy to see how understanding the origin of Diwali and the Indian culture can lead students to understanding a larger principle. Diwali is more than lights and pretty colors; it is a representation of overcoming darkness and paints a clear picture as to how different regions interpret different events, but still celebrate the same great outcome. In an age where there is so much darkness that directly impacts student's lives, it is essential that teachers take the opportunity to demonstrate how people have historically overcome. The traditions of Diwali are still alive today because what the light's significance still stands today.

NC Social Studies Essential Standards 6.C.1.1 Analyze how cultural expressions reflected the values of civilizations, societies and regions (e.g., oral traditions, art, dance, music, literature, and architecture). 6.C.1.2 Explain how religion transformed various societies, civilizations and regions (e.g., beliefs, practices and spread of Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam and Judaism). 6.C.1.3 Summarize systems of social structure within various civilizations and societies over time (e.g., Roman class structure, Indian caste system and feudal, matrilineal and patrilineal societies).

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