What kind of face would you make into a tiny turnip? I carved heart eyes and a smile into my pumpkin this past Friday, and now it is outside where I live!
Samhain was important because it brought people together at a special time. Families and neighbors came together to eat food, tell scary stories and sit by the fires. People prepared for the cold winter and hoped their families, farm animals and crops would stay safe. Some people also believed fairies and spirits could visit the world during Samhain, so they followed special rules to protect their homes.
If you lived in Scotland hundreds of years ago, what would you be most excited about doing to get ready for winter? Gathering food, making a fun lantern, telling spooky stories, sitting by the fire or eating sweets?
Samhain is connected to the environment because it celebrates the change from fall to winter. Long ago, people depended on nature to grow their food and care for their farm animals. When fall came, they had to gather what they could to prepare for the winter.
As leaves changed color and fell from the trees, people knew winter was coming! They stored food, prepared animals for cold weather and celebrated with friends and family. Samhain reminds us of the importance of paying attention to our loved ones, the seasons and nature.
What is your favorite fall tradition? (For example: watching the changing leaves, visiting pumpkin patches or seeing animals).
