Mahashivaratri is an important Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. Mahashivaratri, basically meaning "The Great Night of Shiva," is observed on the 14th night of the lunar month of Phalguna (February–March), when devotees honor Lord Shiva through meditation, fasting, and night-long worship. Mahashivaratri is celebrated across India and Nepal.
The festival signifies overcoming darkness and ignorance in life and is a time for reflection and devotion. Unlike most festivals that emphasize feasting and social gatherings, Maha Shivaratri is a deeply inward, meditative celebration, focusing on self-reflection, inner transformation, and the pursuit of higher consciousness.
In this article, we share some fun ideas for children to do on this festival day. At the end of the article, we also detail the background of this festival for our readers who are not familiar with Shiva and Mahashivaratri.
Mahashivaratri Activities for Kids
Storytelling
There are hundreds of stories related to Shiva. Share with your child the legend of Shiva drinking poison to save the world or the story of his marriage to Parvati.
To make the storytelling or reading time meaningful and interesting for the child, use simple analogies to explain complex concepts of Shiva. For example, you can explain concepts like "Shiva's third eye represents wisdom" or "The Ganga flowing from his hair symbolizes purity." Try to ask questions to encourage curiosity, like "Why does Shiva have a crescent moon?" or "What does the Trishul represent?"
Some Shiva-related books to gift children or read to them are:
Craft Activities for Mahashivaratri
Make a Damru!
Make Shiva's Trishool!
Download Your Free Mahashivaratri Worksheet! 🎉
We’ve compiled some fun Shiva-themed activities and information into a printable worksheet for kids to enjoy this Mahashivaratri! Click below to download your FREE copy:
This worksheet is perfect for homeschooling, classroom use, or as a family activity during Mahashivaratri celebrations.
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Wishing you a blessed and joyful Mahashivaratri! 🕉️
Know More About Shiva & Shivaratri by clicking >
Who is Lord Shiva? A Deeper Understanding
The Philosophy of Shiva
Sacred Symbols of Shiva & Their Meaning
Background & Celebration of Mahashivaratri
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