Diwali!
Check out these books to learn about Diwali!
'Twas the night before Diwali
Wadhwani, Zenia, author.
2020
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.
Archie celebrates Diwali
Ruths, Mitali Banerjee, author
2021
"Archie is worried that her school friends won't like Diwali, her favorite Hindu holiday, and when a storm knocks out the electricity, it looks like the party may be ruined."--Provided by publisher.
The best Diwali ever
Shah, Sonali, 1980- author.
2022
Peek into the magic of Diwali in this heart-warming picture book about siblings and the wonder of sharing special celebrations.
Binny's Diwali
Umrigar, Thrity N., author
2020
Binny's class is learning about different holiday traditions, and today it is time for Binny to share the story of her favorite holiday, Diwali, the Festival of Lights--and she even has some special treats to give her classmates. Includes information on the five days of Diwali, what it commemorates, and its special traditions.
Celebrating Diwali : history, traditions, and activities a holiday book for kids
Joshi, Anjali, author
2022
Deena, the Diwali fairy
Meadows, Daisy, author
2021
Join Rachel, Kirsty and the Festival Fairies as they help to make special celebrations everywhere run smoothly with the help of fairy magic. When Deena the Diwali Fairy's diya lamp is stolen by naughty Jack Frost, Diwali celebrations everywhere are at risk. Rachel and Kirsty must help Deena find her magical object!
Diwali in my new home
Kaushik, Shachi, author
2022
"When Priya moves from India to America, she finds a way to share her favorite holiday with her new neighbors"-- Provided by publisher.
Diwali
Dittmer, Lori, author
2021
"A kindergarten-level introduction to Diwali, covering the holiday's history, popular traditions, and such defining symbols as clay lamps and rangoli designs"--Provided by the publisher.
Diwali
Amin, Anita Nahta, author
2021
"Diwali is about celebrating! It honors the Hindu story of Rama. Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains also celebrate Diwali. To celebrate this Festival of Lights, people light lamps, watch fireworks, and dance. Others might exchange cards and presents. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"-- Provided by publisher.
A dog named Haku : a holiday story from Nepal
Engle, Margarita, author
2018
It's the Festival of Lights in Nepal, and today is the day to honor dogs! Brothers Alu and Bhalu wander the streets of Kathmandu, passing by twirling kites and bamboo swings, looking for a dog to feed. But as night falls, their task begins to feel hopeless, until they spot a small black dog who is in need of a friend. This sweet story presents an important Hindu holiday through the eyes of two young boys, making it relatable for both those familiar with the holiday and those reading about it for the first time.
Happy Diwali!
Mathur, Sanyukta, author
2021
"Follows a little girl from dawn to dusk as she draws rangolis to welcome guests, cooks puris and chana masala, dresses up in beautiful colors, participates in the puja, and lights the diyas in honor of Diwali: the Hindu festival of lights"--Provided by publisher.
It's Diwali!
Sehgal, Surishtha, author
2022
In this take-off of the counting rhyme One, Two, Buckle My Shoe, the wonders of Diwali are described.
Let's celebrate 5 days of Diwali
Chakraborty, Ajanta, author
2016
Join Maya, Neel, and their pet squirrel, Chintu, as they visit their Aunty Eesha in India to celebrate 5 days of Diwali. Learn about Dhanteras (day 1), Choti Diwali (day 2), Diwali (day 3), Saal Mubarak (day 4), and Bhai Dooj (day 5) in this fun and beautifully illustrated story. Learn also about food, language and cultural elements of India while making two new best friends. --Page [4] of cover.
The light within you
Mehra, Namita Moolani, 1978- author
2023
Diya is excited to be going to India for Diwali, the Festival of Lights. That means she'll get to spend time with Nani, her beloved grandma, who she hasn't seen since her family moved from India. Now India is 7,850 miles away... Once Diya arrives in India, she immediately feels at home with Nani. Together they go shopping at the bazaar and prepare for the festival. As Diya and Nani celebrate Diwali together, Diya's heart soars. But all too soon, her trip will come to an end. Is there a way for Diya to take some of the light and magic of Diwali with her when she leaves?
Lights for Gita
Gilmore, Rachna, 1953-
1994
Recently immigrated from India, Gita is looking forward to celebrating her favorite holiday, Divali, a festival of lights, but things are so different in her new home that she wonders if she will ever adjust.
My Diwali light
Mirchandani, Raakhee, author
2022
Devi, her family, and their friends boldly celebrate and proudly share their Diwali traditions.
Sejal Sinha battles superstorms
Prasad, Maya, author
2023
When a storm threatens Diwali celebrations, eight-year-old Sejal Sinha, a spunky Indian-American girl with an active imagination, tries to use science to save her family's beloved holiday.
Shubh Diwali!
Soundar, Chitra, author.
2023
"The festival of lights is here--time to celebrate the New Year!"-- Provided by publisher.
