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Here is a clear, school-friendly English message about Maslenitsa: Maslenitsa is a traditional Russian festival that celebrates the end of winter and the coming of spring. It is often called Pancake Week because the main dish of the celebration is blini, thin pancakes that are cooked in many different ways. Blini symbolize the sun because they are round and golden. People enjoy them with butter, sour cream, jam, honey, caviar, or smoked fish. Besides eating, families and friends visit each other, sing folk songs, and play games. Cities and villages host lively fairs with music, colorful decorations, and plenty of cheerful activities like sledding, dancing, and dancing games. Maslenitsa is a bright and joyful time when communities come together to share food, stories, and laughter. The festival lasts several days and builds toward the final day, when a straw effigy of Maslenitsa is burned to say goodbye to winter and welcome spring. Before Lent, people enjoy rich foods and prepare spiritually by attending church services and giving to those in need. Maslenitsa is a warm, festive celebration that helps people connect with family and friends, creating memories before the more restrained days of the fasting period begin. Glossary and notes (for understanding): - Maslenitsa: the Russian festival marking the end of winter and the approach of Lent. - Blini: thin, round pancakes similar to crepes; a central dish of the festival. - Effigy: a figure or dummy, in this case burned to symbolize farewell to winter. - Lent: a period of fasting and reflection in many Christian traditions before Easter. - Symbol: something that represents or stands for something else (the sun, in this case).