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Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Diwali: With Sweets, Lights, and Fireworks

Age 6-9
Grade 1-4

Deborah Heiligman

Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Diwali: With Sweets, Lights, and Fireworks

Hardcover (National Geographic Children's Books Sept. 12, 2006)
Beautiful, dynamic photographs and brief, lively text introduce readers to the joyous holiday of Diwali, evoking the celebrations of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains around the world.

In Deborah Heiligman's inviting global odyssey of the Hindu holiday we learn that Diwali celebrates the triumph of good over evil, and of light over darkness. Although celebrated differently in different places, Diwali is universally viewed as a time of great joy, celebrated with fireworks, sweets, and gifts.

Celebrate Diwali brings to life the holiday's traditions, food, and celebration rituals. The informative back matter includes Diwali recipes, a glossary, a Diwali card game, a map, and a resource list of books and Web sites. Also included is a note to parents and teachers from the book's consultant, Dr. Vasudha Narayanan.

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Series
Holidays Around the World
ISBN
079225922X / 9780792259220
Pages
32
Weight
8.0 oz.
Dimensions
8.8 x 0.3 in.

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