May there be light
DEEPAVALI or Diwali is also known as the festival of lights and is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains.
Most homes are decorated with lights (which represents the victory of good over evil) and children wear colourful new clothes and enjoy delicacies as they spend time with loved ones.
There is a variety of treats such as the various types of muruku, ghee balls, coconut candy, Kheer, halwa and more. What are some of your favourite treats and dishes during Deepavali?
Viknarubessh Nagaraja, six, writes, “I love to eat Achu Muruku and Kallu Urundai during Deepavali as they are sweet and crispy. I always help my grandmother make those treats during Deepavali.”
Nine-year-old Chung Yew Jin, says, “My favourite Deepavali snack is muruku.”
Shantene Doraisamy, seven, writes, “I like to play with fireworks and eat muruku during Deepavali.”
Eight-year-old Sharanya Doraisamy, says, “Muruku, idli, and ladoo are my favourite treats to eat during Deepavali.”
Five-year-old Lakshmi Panicker, says,
“Muruku and Laddu are what I like to eat during Deepavali.”
Chloe Khoo Li Shan, nine, writes, “I would like to wish all Hindus a Happy Deepavali.”
ITEM: A lucky charm is anything that is believed to bring good luck. Lucky charms can be talismans, amulets, key chains, fourleaf clovers, horseshoes, and even certain numbers.
Some people swear by it while others think it is plain silly. Do you have a lucky charm? What does your lucky charm look like? Send your drawings to us, with the title My Lucky Charm on the envelope.
All letters must carry your full name, age (open to children aged 12 and below only), gender, e-mail, phone contact and address. Don’t forget to write your name behind the drawing and the topic. Do not stick or staple anything.
All letters must reach us by Nov 8. Send your letters to:
Starchild, c/o Star2
Star Publications (M) Bhd
Menara Star, 15, Jalan 16/11