Diwali

Discover the joy and meaning of the magical festival of Diwali, a very special time for people all around the world.

Sonali and her brother Jay are inviting you to celebrate with them! Join in as they make rangoli patterns, cook up a feast with their nani and nana, and visit all their friends and family with gifts and delicious treats.

Along the way, you'll learn how Diwali is a fun five-day celebration, all about the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.

This bright, engaging, and heart-warming book covers:

• The preparations on Dhanteras
• The cooking and baking on Kali Chaudas
• The delicious feast and fireworks on Diwali
• The special breakfast and gifts on Nutan Varsh
• The celebration of the bond between brothers and sisters on Bhai Beej

...and the joy and excitement of this spectacular festival are brought to life with:

• A salt dough diva recipe
• Instructions to make a rangoli pattern
• A colorful fact-file
• A fun quiz to complete together

In this immersive exploration of Diwali, kids join a family as they celebrate this vibrant festival. A simple way to introduce little ones to this important occasion, guided by young children who are celebrating.

Part of the Celebrations & Festivals series, you are invited into a family's celebrations as you explore the magic and excitement of religious and cultural festivals around the world.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Words & Pictures
Published: 08/06/2024
ISBN: 9780711287198
Pages: 48
Weight: 1.10lbs

Review Citations: School Library Journal 06/01/2024 pg. 55