Why We Celebrate Diwali: Everything to Know about Your Favorite Holiday

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"Equal parts delightful and educational, Why We Celebrate Diwali is a vibrant book that shines light on the history, culture, food, and many traditions of India's festival of lights. The colorful illustrations, craft activities, fascinating fun facts, and delicious recipes add to the joy of reading the book. This perfect introduction to the festival of Diwali works as a wonderful read-aloud as well, which not only educates your young reader but also engages and entertains them!"" -- Payal Doshi, author of Rea and the Blood of the Nectar

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"This is a very readable book about the Hindu holiday of Diwali. Besides interesting content about the holiday, it's history and celebration, there is a fun section of crafts and recipes related to Diwali. This is a nicely written and illustrated addition to an elementary children's library, classroom library or homeschool library." -- E. Burton, Valued Customer

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"The book is arranged like a standard easy reader chapter book - plenty of illustrations and plenty of sidebars for additional explanatory content. Nice layout with colorful and whimsical illustrations - religious/culturally significant content is presented reverently, but still in a cartoony way that will appeal to children." -- Irene Ringworm, Vauled Customer

Contributor Bio:Joshi, Anjali

Anjali Joshi is a science teacher, curriculum developer, and children's book author. A lifelong learner, Anjali is currently a master of science candidate at the University of Oxford, researching the effective implementation of STEM education in the K-8 classroom. She lives in Toronto, Canada, with her husband and two boys.