Ramadhan "Loot" Buka Bags

Ramadhan began with a bang this year.  On Sunday, SK Banggol Pa Esah was the first school to distribute Ramadhan "Loot" Buka Bags. Other schools followed suit, like SK Panggong on Wednesday.  Ramadhan "Loot" Buka Bags is a Language Arts Activity used to get all the creative juices of the students flowing while respecting this blessed month.  The students select a statement like:  We Love You Ramadhan, We Miss You Ramadhan, Happy Ramadhan, Welcome Ramadhan, etc.  They write it on a paper bag that is provided.  They are encouraged to use lots of colours and decorate the bag in any manner they choose.  The bags are collected and filled with snacks and a balloon.  Next, the bags are distributed back to the students; however, they do not get their own bag.  In actuality, to inculcate the message of giving, they are given another student's bag.  This exercise helps instil the spirit of the Holy Month of Ramadhan and reinforce the message of giving.  Teachers and students were filled with smiles during the distribution.