Meet the Gods: Hindu Gods for Kids
Who are the Hindu gods for kids to know first? Start here! These four Mythical Masala with Neev episodes are a kid-friendly who’s who of Indian mythology: the elephant god everyone loves, the thunder god who rules the heavens, and the great trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.
Perfect as a first step into Indian mythology for ages 5 to 12. Meet the gods, learn what each one stands for, and find your favorite.
Meet the gods
- How Ganesha Became the Beloved Elephant God!: Welcome to the very first episode of Mythical Masala with Neev!
- Indra, Lord of Thunder: Epic Battles and Divine Drama: Join us on Mythical Masala with Neev as we explore the electrifying world of Indra, the mighty god of thunder, lightning, and rain.
- Who’s Who of Indian Mythology, Part 1: Brahma, Vishnu’s Ten Avatars, and Shiva’s Forms: Explore the colorful realm of Hindu mythology in this special episode of Mythical Masala with Neev!
- Who’s Who of Indian Mythology, Part 2: Goddesses, Demigods & Animal Gods: Join Neev and cohost Elina on Mythical Masala with Neev on an exciting tour of the colorful world of Indian mythology!
Why families love these stories
Every mythology starts with ‘who’s who,’ and Indian mythology has the most colorful cast of all. An elephant-headed god of beginnings, a thunder god with a thousand eyes, a preserver who takes ten avatars, goddesses who ride tigers: once kids know the characters, every story gets ten times more fun.
Free Hindu Gods activity pack
Download our free Hindu Gods activity pack for kids: a story sheet, a coloring page with Ganesha, Krishna, Hanuman, and Lakshmi together, a maze, a word search, connect-the-dots, and a quiz. Great for mythology units and classroom activities.
Listen in order
Start at the top and follow the story.
Frequently asked questions
Which Hindu gods should kids learn first?
Kids should start with Ganesha the elephant god of beginnings, Indra the thunder god who rules the heavens, and the great trinity of Brahma the creator, Vishnu the preserver, and Shiva the destroyer. These four episodes are a kid-friendly who’s who of Indian mythology.
Who is Indra in Indian mythology for kids?
Indra is the king of the gods and the god of thunder, lightning, and rain. He rides the white elephant Airavata and wields the thunderbolt Vajra. His epic battles and divine drama show kids a powerful but very human god.
What are Vishnu’s ten avatars for kids?
Vishnu’s ten avatars include Matsya the fish, Kurma the tortoise, Varaha the boar, Narasimha the half-lion, Vamana the dwarf, Parashurama, Rama, Krishna, Buddha, and Kalki. Each avatar arrives when evil grows too strong, to rescue the world in a new form.
Who are Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva for kids?
Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva form the great trinity of Hindu gods. Brahma is the creator who makes the universe, Vishnu is the preserver who protects it through his avatars, and Shiva is the transformer whose dance keeps the cycle of creation going.
Who are the goddesses in Indian mythology for kids?
The goddesses include Lakshmi the goddess of wealth, Saraswati the goddess of learning, Parvati the mother goddess, and Durga the warrior who rides a tiger. Neev and cohost Elina explore them all in the who’s who episode about goddesses, demigods, and animal gods.
