Raksha Bandhan

Thread of love

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

During the festival of Raksha Bandhan, sisters tie a special, handmade thread called a ‘Rakhi’, which means the ‘Thread of love’ on the wrists of their brothers. The brother, in turn, makes a promise to protect his sister from all dangers. Help the children to make a Rakhi for a sibling, friend or relative by tying a selection of colourful threads together so it fits comfortably around a wrist like a bracelet. Suggest that they create a sparkling version of the ‘Rakhi’ by entwining colourful beads, sequins and other decorative gems into the threads.