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.

A simple guide to Gurdwara rules and etiquette — head covering, matha tekna, langar, and respectful behaviour. Perfect for families and first-time visitors.

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.

The full history of Jaito Da Morcha — why it started, the Shahidi Jathas, and how the Khalsa Panth's peaceful resistance changed the course of Sikh history.

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.

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.

What are the Five Kakars (Panj Kakars) in English? Kesh, Kangha, Kara, Kachera, and Kirpan — their meaning, history, and why Guru Gobind Singh Ji gave them.

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.

A warm, practical guide for families attending a Nagar Kirtan for the first time — what it is, what happens during the procession, and how to prepare.