From Baby Steps to Big Bonds: Rakhi Celebrations for Growing Siblings

From Baby Steps to Big Bonds: Rakhi Celebrations for Growing Siblings

Abhishek Sharma

Raksha Bandhan is not just a thread, it’s a celebration of sibling love, smiles, and memories to be cherished for a lifetime.
For curious and creative kids till 10-years of age, this festive day can go beyond tradition into an experience filled with bonding, creativity, and happiness.

So, how do you keep the spirit alive while engaging older kids who are eager to do more than just tie a rakhi and eat sweets?
Let’s dive into some creative, hands-on Rakhi ideas that your tween will love – and cherish.

1. DIY Rakhi Station at Home

Let your child take the lead this year with a mini craft station. Set up a DIY Rakhi Station using beads, felt, embroidery thread (under supervision), glitter glue, paper cutouts, and stickers (under supervision).

Pro tip: Add materials from their favorite toys – such as pieces from unused soft toys, colorful yarn, or recycled buttons from discarded or old playsets. This personal touch makes the Rakhi truly special.

Skill Boost: Fosters creativity, patience, and fine motor development.

2. Thoughtful Gifting: Beyond Sweets

Gift-giving is part of the fun – and at this age, it can be more meaningful.

Here are Rakhi gift ideas for siblings (or cousins) that are thoughtful and screen-free:

  • A shared journal or scrapbook
  • A DIY photo frame of their best memory
  • Montessori toys for younger siblings
  • A handmade coupon book with sweet promises like “I’ll share my toys today!”

Bonus idea for little siblings: Include a keepsake of your child’s early years – such as a copy of their baby milestone cards or a framed photo of a baby development milestone moment such as their first walk. It’s a beautiful way to display growth and bonding.

3. Sibling Bonding Games

Let them bond through interactive, playful, or even nostalgic games such as:

  • Who Knows Who Better? quiz
  • Sibling scavenger hunts
  • Make-a-fort challenge using pillows and soft toys or stuffed animals
  • Story swap: create and improvise a sibling superhero tale

These aren’t just games – they build connection, teamwork, and laughter-filled memories.

4. Themed Rakhi Days: Add a Twist!

Add a twist to your Rakhi celebration with a mini theme. Let your child choose or help them if needed:

  • Retro Rakhi: Dress in old family outfits, flip through baby albums, talk about baby milestones and how far they’ve come
  • Nature Rakhi: Make eco-friendly rakhis using leaves, twigs, and pressed flowers
  • Sibling Chef Day: Team up to make sweets or no-bake snacks for the family

Themes give structure and variety – something Montessori-inspired homes already value.

5. Capture the Day with Memory Cards

Encourage your children to make milestone-style memory cards, provide assistance if needed, – but with a Rakhi twist! For example:

  • “Our 5th Rakhi Together”
  • “My First Rakhi”
  • “Best Gift Giver Today”
  • “We Didn’t Fight All Day!”

These can be put into a yearly Rakhi scrapbook along with previous baby milestone cards, showing how their bond has evolved over the years.

BONUS: Rakhi Return Gifts with Meaning

Instead of traditional toys, consider gifts that foster growth. LiLLBUD provides all that in a kit:

If gifting to younger siblings, opt for items that support baby development milestones, like stacking cups, sensory balls, or cause-and-effect toys.

Celebrate Growth, Not Just Gifts

As your child grows, so does their understanding of love, traditions, and the value of relationships. Rakhi becomes more than tying a thread, it becomes a celebration of growing up together.

Whether it’s recalling those early baby milestones or giggling through DIY home projects, your child is at the stage where they can create traditions that last a lifetime.

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