Luminous Lessons From Ancient India
In-person Workshops with Roopa Pai
Roopa Pai is one of India’s best-known writers for children. She has written more than 25 books for children, ranging from picture books to chapter books and fiction to non-fiction, on themes as varied as sci-fi fantasy, popular science, maths, history, economics, Indian philosophy, life skills, and most recently, medicine. Many of her books are bestsellers and are enjoyed as much by adults as by children. Her award-winning national bestseller The Gita For Children, listed by Amazon India as one of ‘100 Indian Books To Read In A Lifetime’, and its ‘prequel’ The Vedas And Upanishads For Children. Her TEDx talk ‘Decoding The Gita, India’s Book Of Answers’ has received almost 2 million views to date. Also, here is the latest article that was published on Roopa's work.
We are extremely excited to partner with Roopa for an in-person tour of the US in October, when she will be hosting workshops for middle and high schools students.
The workshop will be an introduction on the luminous lessons on equality, success, happiness, competition, mindfulness and more contained in Ancient Indian texts, through interactive discussions. From unearthing frequently asked questions on the Vedas, the Upanishads, and the Bhagvad Gita to many other such intriguing facts will be explored in this course, while providing a background and context to the time and social situation in which the texts were first conceived.
If you wish to have a session at your child's school, please email us immediately. We are still booking for the week of Oct 10.
Puppet Shows
Ramleela
Colors of Krishna's Love
Colors of Krishna's Love
Story of Diwali, The Indian Festival of Lights
Diwali, or Dipawali, is India's biggest and most important holiday of the year. The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects us from spiritual darkness. It is also marks the start of New
Story of Diwali, The Indian Festival of Lights
Diwali, or Dipawali, is India's biggest and most important holiday of the year. The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects us from spiritual darkness. It is also marks the start of New Year in Hindu calendar.
The festival of Diwali has its roots in ancient India and the epic Ramayan. Through Ramleela our Puppet Storytime, see Ram, Sita, Lakshman, Hanuman and Ravana come to life. It is a famous story, a little mysterious, a little sad, but with a happy ending. The show will teach the meaning of true devotion, love, kindness and valor; all while learning why we celebrate Diwali. We will end in a surprise celebration!
Duration: 45 mins
Time Frame: October/November
Age: 3 – 12 years
Colors of Krishna's Love
Colors of Krishna's Love
Colors of Krishna's Love
Celebrate Holi, the Indian Festival of Colors
Through our puppet show Colors of Krishna’s Love, we bring to life Krisha and a popular story of Holi, while also addressing the colorism that existed during Krishna’s time and during our current time. We address this topic head-on, while also providing a strong message that love and friendship
Celebrate Holi, the Indian Festival of Colors
Through our puppet show Colors of Krishna’s Love, we bring to life Krisha and a popular story of Holi, while also addressing the colorism that existed during Krishna’s time and during our current time. We address this topic head-on, while also providing a strong message that love and friendship prevail and skin color doesn’t matter.
Holi has its roots in ancient Indian mythology. Lord Krishna loves to have fun with his friends and family. He plays Holi, throwing colored powder, and sharing love and laughter. The Culture Tree has created a puppet show that showcases Krishna playing Holi with his friends Radha and Sudama. Here children will learn the story of Holi and also learn how it is celebrated.
Duration: 45 minutes
Timing: March/April
Age: 3 – 12 years (Children and parents)
The Climate Warriors
Colors of Krishna's Love
The Climate Warriors
Inspirational stories from around the world about how little kids have tried to make the earth more beautiful, safe and sustainable
Goal: Celebrate Earth Day and Instill Conversation about the Environment and Climate Change Through Puppetry
Given the importance of youngsters to be part of the discussion on climate change, we have developed
Inspirational stories from around the world about how little kids have tried to make the earth more beautiful, safe and sustainable
Goal: Celebrate Earth Day and Instill Conversation about the Environment and Climate Change Through Puppetry
Given the importance of youngsters to be part of the discussion on climate change, we have developed a puppet show for children to learn how they can take action to help save Planet Earth. The story captures the journey of three inspirational children located different parts of the world, who join forces to take action and make a change so as to inspire their parents, friends and everyone around them to save Planet Earth. These youngsters are brave, knowledgeable and environmentally responsible. This show will empower your children to understand the importance of climate change and what they can do to help reverse the climate crisis.
Duration: 45 minutes - 1 hour
Time Frame: April (Earth Day), June (World Environment Day) or Year Round
Age: 3 – 16 years (Children and parents)
Past Events
Cultural Event Series
Cultural Event Series
Cultural Event Series
Cultural Event Series
A Private Tour of Henri Cartier-Bresson's: India in Full Frame
Wonderland Lit Festival
Wonderland Lit Festival
Wonderland Lit Festival
First Ever Literary Festival for Indian-American Children.
Dabba Dialogue
Wonderland Lit Festival
Wonderland Lit Festival
Dabba Dialogue is a series in which we will have conversations about our “story”, revolving around identity, diversity, heritage and culture.
Episode 1: Our first segment will feature Chief Spice Mama Dr Kanchan Koya and singer Falu. In our first session, we will invite 6 Indian – American kids to describe and talk about their Dabbas an
Dabba Dialogue is a series in which we will have conversations about our “story”, revolving around identity, diversity, heritage and culture.
Episode 1: Our first segment will feature Chief Spice Mama Dr Kanchan Koya and singer Falu. In our first session, we will invite 6 Indian – American kids to describe and talk about their Dabbas and share their story. Episode 2: Asia Society hosts our next event where we will have conversation with Teens about identity