Binny's Diwali

Binny's Diwali

Author: Thrity Umrigar

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2020-09-01

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 1338676288

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Binny woke up happy but nervous. It was her day to share about Diwali, the Festival of Lights! Binny is excited to talk to her class about her favorite holiday. But she struggles to find the words.Taking a deep breath, she tells her classmates about the fireworks that burst like stars in the night sky, leaving streaks of gold and red and green. She shares with them delicious pedas and jalebis. And she shows them clay lamps, called diyas, which look so pretty all the children ooh and aah.Featuring a heartwarming story by Thrity Umrigar, enchanting illustrations by Nidhi Chanani, and detailed information about the Hindu festival of lights, Binny's Diwali is a holiday treat.


Diwali

Diwali

Author: Hannah Eliot

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2018-08-28

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 1534419918

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Learn all about the traditions of Diwali with this third book in the delightful board book series Celebrate the World, which highlights special occasions and holidays across the globe. Each autumn we gather with our friends and family and light our brightest lanterns. It’s time for Diwali, the festival of lights! In this lovely board book with illustrations from Archana Sreenivasan, readers learn that the five days of Diwali are a time to pray for a bountiful season, celebrate the special bonds between siblings, and rejoice in the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.


Lighting a Lamp

Lighting a Lamp

Author: Jonny Zucker

Publisher: White Lion Publishing

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 9781845072933

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A simple introduction to the Hindu festival of Divali. Follow a family as they make rangoli patterns, light divas and watch a brilliant fireworks display to celebrate their amazing festival of light. This pre-school series introduces young children to world religions and focuses on the way the festival is celebrated today. There is detailed historical and cultural information at the end for parents and teachers.


Archie Celebrates Diwali

Archie Celebrates Diwali

Author: Mitali Banerjee Ruths

Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing

Published: 2021-09-14

Total Pages: 35

ISBN-13: 1623541190

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It's Archie's favorite holiday—Diwali. And this year she gets to share it with her friends and introduce them to the festival of lights! Archana loves her family's annual Diwali (deh-vah-lee) party, and this year she gets to share it with all her friends from school. She helps with the decorations and the food, and is eager for everyone to arrive. But once the party starts a thunderstorm kicks up and drenches the outside decorations and knocks out the power. Archie worries that everything will be ruined. How can there be a festival of lights without any electricity?


Let's Celebrate Diwali

Let's Celebrate Diwali

Author: Anjali Joshi

Publisher: Mascot Books

Published: 2015-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781631774218

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"Harini is excited to share her Diwali story, but she quickly learns that she's not the only one! Join Harini as she learns about Hindu, Sikh, Jain and Buddhist Diwali traditions."--


Shubh Diwali!

Shubh Diwali!

Author: Chitra Soundar

Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company

Published: 2019-09-01

Total Pages: 35

ISBN-13: 0807573566

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WSRA Children's Literature: Picture This 2021 Recommendation List The festival of lights is here—time to celebrate the New Year! Diwali has arrived! Rangoli art decorates the floor, and strings of flowers hang around the doors. Now it's time to ring the bells, light the lamps, and welcome the New Year with family and friends. A sweet introduction to the Hindu festival of lights.


The Best Diwali Ever

The Best Diwali Ever

Author: Sonali Shah

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2023-09-19

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 1339046474

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Peek into the magic of Diwali in this heartwarming celebration of sibling love and sharing holidays together! The Festival of Lights is nearly here! Join Ariana and her family during their spectacular celebration of Diwali. Ariana can't wait to participate in all of her favorite holiday traditions: making delicious sweets, lighting diyas around the house, and the rangoli competition! As long as her younger brother, Rafi, doesn't ruin everything with his clumsiness, this could be the best Diwali ever. With vibrant imagery, joyous text, and an important lesson about celebrating the people you love for who they are (especially silly younger brothers!), this lovely picture book is perfect for a family read aloud.


The Diwali Gift

The Diwali Gift

Author: Shweta Chopra

Publisher:

Published: 2015-03-20

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780996192200

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1 2 3 Whatever Could It Be? Join the 3 Curious Monkeys Suno, Dekho and Jaano as they discover the most auspicious, wonderful Diwali Gift! When a mysterious package arrives just in time for Diwali, the three friends can hardly contain their excitement! Sparklers? Bangles? Diyas? Whatever could it be? Discover the most special gift of all in this tale of tradition, curiosity, and fun!


'Twas the Night Before Diwali

'Twas the Night Before Diwali

Author: Zenia Wadhwani

Publisher:

Published: 2020-09-30

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13:

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On the eve of Diwali, the jalebis, chum chums and gulab jamuns are piled high! But who is the surprise guest that shows up? And where, oh where, are the mithai? Enjoy this South Asian rendition of a familiar holiday poem and the introduction of a new character to the much celebrated festival of lights, Diwali.