2024 Chicago Kids Diwali Party!
Join Bubbles Academy AND Bollywood & Culture Groove for another year of the Ultimate Kids Diwali party!
Diwali is the festival of lights and is the most popular festival in India.
Location: Bubbles Academy, 2184 N Elston Ave, Chicago
Date/Time: Sat, Nov 2, 4 pm to 6 pm
Join us for an afternoon of fun and excitement including:
* Diwali Storytime
* Make a cool Diwali Craft
* Diwali Dance Party!
Tickets are $30 per child.
10 ways to celebrate Diwali at Schools
It’s Diwali and you plan to do *something* around the festival at your kids’ school. Or maybe you are a teacher who wants to create a more multicultural and inclusive environment in their classroom. Here are some easy ways to provide a memorable cultural experience!
1. Introduce the meaning and 5 Days of Diwali
Explain the significance of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, and its themes of good triumphing over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance. Talk about the 5 days of Diwali with celebrations that are more cultural than religious.
Use the slide from our free Diwali Celebration guide!
What’s included? everything mentioned on this page along with 45, 60, and 5-day lesson plans along with a Diwali dessert recipe.
2. Storytime with Diwali Tales
Books are a fantastic way to get the celebration going!
Share age-appropriate stories from Diwali such as 5 days of Diwali, what are they called and how do you celebrate each day. Check out Maya/Neel’s three Bestselling Diwali books!
3. Make a fun and simple Diwali craft
Nothing better than a hands-on activity! I love this one because of how easy it is to both arrange for the material and also for kids of all ages to do.
4. Screen a Kid-Friendly Diwali Video
Show an educational and engaging video about Diwali to help children better understand the holiday, its traditions, and how it is celebrated.
5. Invite a Guest Speaker/Author/Dance Instructor
If possible, bring in a guest speaker from the community, like a parent, author or cultural educator, to speak about their Diwali traditions and answer children’s questions.
An Indian dance workshop is another way to provide a fun and hands-on cultural experience!
Ajanta provides incredibly fun Diwali interactive experiences at schools, libraries, and corporates.
6. Host a Diwali Quiz
Use this template to host a fun Diwali quiz! Offer small rewards for participation to make learning fun and interactive.
7. Talk about Diwali Day of Giving
As we mention in our books, Day 4 of Diwali is also celebrated as Saal Mubarak, when people often exchange new year gifts.
Taking this to one step further into giving to the ones in need, we have set up a Diwali Day of Kindness.
How do you participate? Simply enter any acts of kindness performed between now and 4th day of Diwali here.
8. Make a Diwali pop-up card
Make this super fun Diwali pop-up card! The kids love the 3D aspect of this activity.
9. Teach a fun Diwali song
Introduce children to a really fun Diwali song that teaches them about 5 Days of Diwali in the tune of 12 days of Christmas!
10. 5 Days of Diwali Coloring page
A Rangoli coloring page can be quite fun but even better is a coloring page that brings the learning of 5 Days of Diwali home!
Our free Diwali celebration guide has both. Please use whichever suits your needs best.
Maya/Neel New Book: Rakhi and Cricket!
🚀 Exciting News Alert! 🚀
We’re thrilled to unveil our newest adventure in the Maya & Neel series! 🏏📚 Get ready to dive into the world of cricket and celebrate Raksha Bandhan like never before – with a twist! 🌟💖 This story is all about inclusivity, breaking gender norms, and showing that Rakhi is for everyone! 🎉👫👬👭
Join Maya, Neel, and Chintu as they discover the true spirit of Raksha Bandhan, where siblings and friends tie Rakhis to each other, regardless of gender. 👫💫 Let’s redefine tradition together!
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Get your copy today!
Celebrate Raksha Bandhan Like Never Before – Boys and Girls tie Rakhis to each other, Best Friends join in, and Sisters protect their Brothers too!
Dive into a Modern and Inclusive Raksha Bandhan adventure with Maya, Neel, and Chintu as they celebrate this beautiful festival. Along the way, they also learn the rules of Cricket (India’s favorite sport), practice their batting and bowling skills, and enjoy the camaraderie and excitement of the game.
Raksha Bandhan is a festival that honors the bond between siblings. Traditionally, sisters tie Rakhi (decorative thread) to their brothers, wishing for their long life while brothers promise to protect their sisters.
In this book’s heartwarming celebrations, we attempt to expand the festival to embrace inclusivity and empower girls by highlighting their strength and protective roles. Our goal is to foster a sense of overall love and protection.
Why Choose This Book?
#16 in the beloved Maya & Neel’s India Adventure Series, this exciting book uniquely combines India’s favorite festival with the country’s most beloved sport. You will find:
Unique Perspective: A book that celebrates Raksha Bandhan with an inclusive, gender-neutral approach.
Cultural Insights: Learn about the customs of Raksha Bandhan and the basics of playing cricket, from batting and bowling to fielding and scoring.
Non-Religious Content for a Global Audience: Perfect for families of all backgrounds looking to explore new cultures.
Educational Fun: Combines storytelling with cultural education, making learning enjoyable.
Order Today!
Bring home this book today and embark on a journey of love, friendship, cultural discovery, and cricket excitement. Perfect for children aged 3-8 and a must-have addition to your bookshelf!
About Our Mission
Maya & Neel’s India Adventures 10+ Book Series is written with the mission to RAISE MULTICULTURAL KIDS! We are Indie authors and 1st generation Indian immigrants, who have dedicated the past 15 years to spreading multiculturalism through dance & culture workshops as well as through this book series whose extreme popularity has taken even us by surprise. To all our little and grownup readers: Thank You for supporting our work & mission!
For bulk orders or author visits, please contact ajanta@bollygroove.com
Our Series is Available Worldwide (BollyGroove.com/Books)
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Celebrating Cricket and Empowering Girls: A Sneak Peek into Maya/Neel Raksha Bandhan Book
Cricket, often regarded as a religion in India, holds a special place in the hearts of millions. From bustling city streets to open fields in villages, the sound of bats hitting balls echoes across the nation. This love for the sport has inspired us to incorporate exciting cricket scenes in our upcoming Maya/Neel book, where Maya, our spirited protagonist, takes center stage with a cricket bat in hand.
Cricket’s popularity in India is unparalleled. It transcends age, gender, and social barriers, bringing people together in a shared passion. However, the visibility of girls and women excelling in sports, especially in media and literature, still needs significant attention. This is why it was crucial for us to showcase Maya playing cricket.
Representation matters. When young girls see characters like Maya excelling in sports, it inspires them to pursue their passions fearlessly. It tells them that they too can achieve greatness in any field they choose, including sports traditionally dominated by men. Through Maya’s cricket journey, we aim to break stereotypes and encourage girls to dream big, play hard, and be proud of their achievements.
As Maya steps onto the cricket pitch, she embodies the strength, determination, and skill that every girl possesses. Her story is not just about winning a game but about embracing challenges, building confidence, and inspiring the next generation of female athletes.
Stay tuned for the release of our new book, and join Maya as she hits boundaries and scores runs, proving that girls belong in every field, including the cricket field. Let’s celebrate the spirit of cricket and the empowerment of girls together!