Day 4: Govardhan Puja

This day is about gratitude and offerings to nature and God. It commemorates Lord Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill to protect villagers from a storm. Traditionally, large meals are prepared as offerings.

Fun Activities:

• Create "gratitude plates" with drawings of things students are thankful for.

• Collage activity representing nature and protection.

• Make paper mountains or dioramas representing the Govardhan story.

Whole-School Ideas:

• “Gratitude Wall” where students post what they’re thankful for.

• Share the story of Govardhan Hill through a visual retelling or video.

• Serve or display Indian food/snacks during lunch with information on their significance.