Diwali in My New Home
Written by Shachi Kaushik
Illustrated by Aishwarya Tandon
Published by 1517 Media
Priya loves being with family and friends to watch fireworks and celebrate Diwali. But this year Priya and her parents are living in the United States, and no one seems to know about the holiday. Priya misses the traditions in India. But as she strings lights outside and creates rangoli art, Priya introduces the festival of lights to her neighbors. And even though the celebration is different this year, it’s still Diwali.
Primary ISBN: 9781506484075
Available As: Hardcover
Picture Books, Age 04 or older
Community Represented: Indian/Indian American
Themes: Celebrations: Diwali, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Religious Background: Hindu, Welcoming by Community
Setting: United States
Character’s New Arrival/New American Status: Immigrant
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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