Maslenitsa

Maslenitsa is a holiday that people in Russia and other Slavic countries celebrate during the last week before the start of the Christian fasting period called Lent.

During Maslenitsa, people eat lots of yummy pancakes called blini, which are made from flour, eggs, and milk. They put all kinds of tasty toppings on the pancakes, like butter, sour cream, jam, or caviar. They also drink tea and other beverages to wash down the pancakes.

People also enjoy lots of fun activities during Maslenitsa. They build big bonfires and jump over them to symbolize leaving behind the old and welcoming the new. They play traditional games, sing songs, and dance in the streets.

Maslenitsa is a time for people to come together with family and friends to eat, play, and have fun. It's a happy and joyous holiday that signals the arrival of spring and the start of a new season of growth and prosperity.