Imagine a world without builders, mechanics, engineers, carpenters, weavers, artists, or people who make and fix things. Pretty difficult, right? Vishwakarma Puja is a special Indian festival that celebrates making,…
How to Make Bengali Payesh – A Creamy Festive Rice Pudding
Learn how to make Bengali payesh, a creamy rice pudding made with milk, rice, sugar and fragrant cardamom. This simple festive recipe is easy for kids to help with and makes a delicious sweet for family celebrations.
Read MoreMahalaya – Welcoming Maa Durga
Discover Mahalaya, a special day that marks the beginning of the festive season leading to Durga Puja. Learn about its connection with Maa Durga, Pitru Paksha, Mahishasura Mardini, Bengali traditions, devotional music, festive foods and how families celebrate this beautiful day.
Read MoreMake a Lotus for Mahalaya
Celebrate Mahalaya with a simple lotus craft for kids! Children can colour, cut and decorate their own lotus while learning about this beautiful flower and its place in Indian festival traditions. A fun, easy activity to enjoy with family during the festive season.
Read MoreMake a Family Memory Tree
Do you know the names of your grandparents or great-grandparents? During Pitru Paksha, many families take time to remember the people who came before them. This simple activity lets you create your own Family Memory Tree. You can add family members, decorate the tree and fill it with happy memories. […]
Read MorePitru Paksha – Remembering Our Ancestors
Have you ever looked at an old photograph of your great grandparents or heard a story about someone from your family who lived many years ago? Pitru Paksha is a special time when many Hindu families remember the people who came before them. During this period, families offer prayers, water […]
Read MoreGanesh Visarjan -Saying Goodbye to Ganesha
After days of celebrating with Ganesha, it is time to say goodbye. This special goodbye is called Ganesh Visarjan. Visarjan means immersion. On this day, people take the Ganesha idol to water and respectfully immerse it. It is a time to say thank you and goodbye to Ganesha. What Is […]
Read MoreParyushana -A Time for Reflection & Forgiveness
Some festivals are celebrated with music, colourful decorations and big gatherings. Paryushana is different. It is an important Jain festival that gives families time for prayer, learning, self-discipline, reflection and forgiveness. For many Jain families, it is a special time to spend more time at temples, listen to religious teachings, […]
Read MoreMake a Paryushana Forgiveness Card
Paryushana is a special time when people think about their actions and ask for forgiveness. In this activity, let’s make a simple handmade card to say “I’m sorry” and “Please forgive me.” You can decorate it with your own colours and give it to someone special. What You’ll Need Steps […]
Read MoreVishwakarma Puja -The Festival That Celebrates Makers
Imagine a world without builders, mechanics, engineers, carpenters, weavers, artists, or people who make and fix things. Pretty difficult, right? Vishwakarma Puja is a special Indian festival that celebrates making, building, creating and skilled work. On this day, people honour Lord Vishwakarma, who is traditionally known as the divine architect […]
Read MoreMake a Friendly Snake Craft
A simple, colourful paper snake craft – perfect for learning about Nag Panchami without any fear at all
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