We celebrate Ganesha's birthday
With so much fun and lots of fanfare.
His idols are offered to the rolling seas
With ardent prayer and tender care.

Lord Ganesha, loved by one and all,
Is the divine son of Shiva and Parvati.
And this is the story of how he and
His jumbo elephant head came to be!

Amme Tell Me is a charming and informative series of children's books that introduces the major Hindu festivals and figures to young readers, and are perfect for families wanting to share stories of Hinduism with their children or for educators looking for resource on the Hindu culture for their students. Written in rhyme with vivid, captivating illustrations, this series brings Hindu mythology to its readers in a fun and non-preachy way. The Series has ten books on the festivals of Holi, Diwali, and on the Hindu gods Krishna, Hanuman and Ganesha.