Indian Foods!
This flatbread is often served hot with butter and can be stuffed with potatoes or paneer.
A monkey god who thought the sun was a Mango, and flew to save Sita in the Ramayana.
Who is Hanuman?
This is rung when entering the temple to let the gods know you’ve arrived.
What is a bell?
This festival celebrates light and is known as the “Festival of Lights.”
What is Diwali?
These golden, triangle-shaped snacks are filled with spicy potatoes and peas.
What are samosas?
He has an elephant head and is known as the remover of obstacles.
Who is Ganesha?
This sacred sound is used in prayers and meditation.
What is Om?
This festival is known for throwing colors and celebrating spring.
What is Holi?
You eat this food with a spoon, but it’s not a drink. It's thick, yellow-orange, and made from lentils.
What is dal?
This god has blue skin, plays the flute, and loves butter.
Who is Krishna?
A sweet offered to the gods and then shared.
What is Prasad.
This festival celebrates the birthday of Ganesha.
What is Ganesh Chaturthi?
This cooling, creamy side dish is made with yogurt and often has cucumber or boondi in it.
What is raita?
This god carries a trident and has a snake around his neck.
Who is Lord Shiva?
You sit quietly during this peaceful practice in many temples.
What is prayer or meditation)?
This 9-night festival celebrates goddesses like Durga and Lakshmi.
What is Navratri?
This South Indian breakfast dish is a steamed rice cake, often eaten with sambar and coconut chutney.
What is idli?
The goddess of learning, music, and art. She sits on a white swan.
Who is Saraswati?
The person who leads the rituals and chants.
What is a priest (or pujari)?
This festival is celebrated when brothers and sisters tie rakhi bracelets.
What is Raksha Bandhan?