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“Join Sonali and Jay as their family get ready to celebrate Diwali by making rangoli patterns, cook with their nani and nana and exchange gifts. For ages seven and up.”

—The Bookseller

Diwali (Celebrations & Festivals)

Written by Sital Gorasia Chapman
Illustrated by Darshika Varma
Published by Quarto Group/Words & Pictures

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.

Primary ISBN: 9780711287198
Publication Date: August 2024
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book, Age 05 or older

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