Guides & Resources

12 months, 12 sacred reflections — a journey through the Nanakshahi calendar, guided by Gurbani

The life story of Bhagat Puran Singh — from a boy shaped by his mother's love, to the founder of Pingalwara Amritsar and a champion of the forgotten.

Everyday questions children ask — about emotions, identity, nature, faith, and life itself — each answered through a specific verse from Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.

What are the rules inside a Gurdwara? A simple walkthrough for kids and first-time visitors — what to wear, how to bow to Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, sitting on the floor for Langar, and what not to bring.

What Hola Mohalla is, why Guru Gobind Singh Ji established it, how it's celebrated at Anandpur Sahib, and how it differs from Holi.

A heartfelt guide for young Sikhs and volunteers on approaching seva with the right mindset. Learn how volunteering is a privilege, an opportunity to grow, and a path to touching lives.

A practical, week-by-week guide for K-8 educators to bring Sikh Heritage Month into the classroom with activities, discussion prompts, and curated resources.

A concise guide to all ten Sikh Gurus — who they were, what they gave the world, and a suggested order for introducing them to children at different ages.

Jaito Da Morcha (1923–1925): what it was, the date it began, the Shahidi Jathas, and how the Khalsa Panth's peaceful resistance reshaped Sikh history. A family-friendly history guide.

This International Women’s Day, Maastarji celebrates the extraordinary Sikh women who are shaping communities, breaking barriers, and inspiring the next generation across the globe.

A gentle reminder for busy parents on the importance of being present for their children, exploring 'technoference' through Gurbani and modern research.

A practical guide for busy parents based on the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Discover ten principles from Japji Sahib to help you raise clear, grounded, and spiritual children.

An educational guide for Sikh parents and children explaining why Raksha Bandhan contradicts Sikh principles of equality, self-sovereignty, and rejection of ritualistic threads — grounded in Gurbani and Sikh history.

A Digital Toolkit for Educators and Students to Explore, Preserve, and Share Sikh History.

A guide for kids and families highlighting notable Sikh Canadians and their contributions — from the first Sikh settler in 1897 to leaders shaping Canada today.

The 5 Ks of Sikhism (Panj Kakars) explained simply for kids and families: what each one is, why Guru Gobind Singh Ji gave them at Vaisakhi 1699, and what they mean in everyday Sikh life.

A comprehensive guide to the lives of the Panj Pyare — the five courageous Sikhs who offered their heads to Guru Gobind Singh Ji on Vaisakhi 1699. Discover their origins, their sacrifice, their battles, and the timeless values they represent for every Sikh family.

All Punjabi relationship names explained — Taya, Chacha, Massi, Bhua, and more. Learn their meanings and how to teach them to your children.

A comprehensive guide for Sikh families to learn about Vaisakhi, the birth of the Khalsa in 1699, the Panj Pyare, the Five Kakaars, and how to celebrate with children.

This Valentine's Day, explore what true love means through Gurbani. Discover how Guru Granth Sahib Ji teaches us to cultivate divine love — for Waheguru, for humanity, and for our families.

A heartfelt guide for parents navigating identity, bullying, and assimilation — and why Sikhi has never been more relevant for raising resilient, purposeful children in the diaspora.

What Nitnem is, what each daily Bani contains, and why Sikhi places such importance on engaging with Gurbani every morning and evening.

A thoughtful guide for Sikh families explaining the meaning behind bowing to Guru Granth Sahib Ji. Covers the Living Guru, Shabad, and the concept of Sachcha Patshah (True Sovereign).

A practical guide for busy diaspora parents on teaching Sikhi to children. Covers real challenges like bullying and identity, addresses common blind spots, and offers actionable tips that fit into daily life.

What does Gurbani say about birthdays? Explore the spiritual significance of human birth and the profound questions we should reflect upon as another year passes.

Nagar Kirtan meaning: a sacred Sikh procession carrying Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji through the streets. What happens along the route, what to wear, and how to prepare your family for their first one.