Diwali Party Ideas at Home: Games, Food, Decor and a Kids’ Craft Corner
The short answer: A Diwali party at home is all about light, food and family. Light up your entrance with diyas and a rangoli, serve a vegetarian spread (some families are strictly vegetarian on Diwali) with plenty of mithai (Indian sweets), set up a craft corner for the kids, and plan a few games like […]
Going to a Diwali Party? What to Wear, What to Bring and What to Say
Whether it’s your first Diwali party or your tenth: what to wear (Indian outfits or not), what to bring as a hostess gift, what to say, and what to expect.
Diwali Gifts for Kids: The Best Gifts by Age, from Toddlers to Teens and Adults
The best Diwali gifts for kids, by age: rangoli kits, giant floor puzzles, puja kits and mirror art for toddlers to teens, plus picks for grown-ups.
Rangoli: The Story, Lesser-Known Traditions, Diwali, and Easy Rangoli Ideas for Kids
What is rangoli and why is it made for Diwali? The story behind it, lesser-known facts, regional styles from kolam to alpana, and easy indoor rangoli ideas for kids.
Diwali 2026 for Kids: What It Is, When It Is & How to Celebrate as a Family
Diwali 2026 is Sunday, November 8. A founder-mom’s guide to the five days of Diwali, the stories behind the lights, and easy ways to celebrate at home with kids.
Holi Activities for Kids: 5 Simple Ways to Celebrate Holi Without Color Powder
Whether you’re a parent planning something meaningful at home, or a teacher organizing a classroom celebration, there are so many joyful, educational, and creative ways to introduce children to Holi.
HOLI 101: What Is Holi? Traditions, Stories, and the Meaning Behind the Festival of Colors
What Is Holi? Holi is a Hindu spring festival celebrated across India and around the world. It is often called the Festival of Colors because people gather to throw vibrant Holi color powder (gulal) in the air and on each other. But Holi is more than color. Holi celebrates: And if you’ve ever wondered, “Why […]
Celebrate India Republic Day with Playdoh Rangoli
India Republic Day is a day to celebrate India’s transition to a sovereign republic. It’s the day the constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950. India Republic Day is one of only three national holidays in India. This day is celebrated with flag hoisting ceremonies and parades by armed forces and school children are […]
5 tips on Hosting a Diwali Party
Diwali is a time to celebrate with family and friends. On Diwali day, families wear their finest new clothes, illuminate their homes with lights, eat elaborate meals, and perform religious rituals. This year, Diwali is on October 24, 2022. This is the first year where we are re-emerging from the pandemic and planning celebrations. If you are […]
Diwali Classroom activity ideas
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights is on Monday, October 24th. After the last few years, our school is back to normal making it the perfect time to visit my children’s classroom. Since most classes or periods are 40 minutes to 1 hour long we have created a lesson plan to make the […]