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Binny's Diwali

by Thrity Umrigar

Sharing the Festival of Lights

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AlbakiReads Editorial

Sharing the Festival of Lights

Binny’s classroom presentation gives the story a clear frame for introducing Diwali through the things she wants her classmates to understand: fireworks, sweets such as pedas and jalebis, and clay diyas. Her nervousness about finding the right words places the focus on explaining a cherished holiday to others. The book also includes detailed information about the Hindu festival, extending the classroom story with cultural context.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 learning about Diwali and Hindu traditions
  • Families and educators seeking a story about sharing a holiday with classmates

Themes

DiwaliHindu traditionsCultural sharingSpeaking in front of classmates

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Book overview

Binny woke up happy but nervous. It was her day to share about Diwali, the Festival of Lights!

 

Binny is excited to talk to her class about her favorite holiday. But she struggles to find the words.Taking a deep breath, she tells her classmates about the fireworks that burst like stars in the night sky, leaving streaks of gold and red and green. She shares with them delicious pedas and jalebis. And she shows them clay lamps, called diyas, which look so pretty all the children ooh and aah.Featuring a heartwarming story by Thrity Umrigar, enchanting illustrations by Nidhi Chanani, and detailed information about the Hindu festival of lights, Binny's Diwali is a holiday treat.
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