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Diwali

By Hannah Eliot
Series: Celebrate the World
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Diwali by Hannah Eliot is a delightful children's book that introduces young readers to the vibrant and joyous Hindu festival of lights, Diwali. Through simple and engaging text, the book explores the customs, traditions, and cultural significance of the festival, accompanied by colourful illustrations that bring the festivities to life. Perfect for young children, it provides an accessible and enriching introduction to this important celebration.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you're looking to introduce young readers to the vibrant traditions and stories of the Diwali festival. With engaging illustrations and simple text, it's perfect for teaching kids about celebrating cultural diversity and sharing festive joy.

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In this lovely board book, readers learn that the five days of Diwali in India are a time to pray for a bountiful season, celebrate the special bonds between siblings, and rejoice in the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Full color.

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Diwali by Hannah Eliot is the third book in the delightful board book series, Celebrate the World, which highlights special occasions and holidays across the globe.

Learn all about the traditions of Diwali with this engaging read, perfect for introducing young audiences to the vibrant and meaningful aspects of this celebrated festival.

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    Diwali by Hannah Eliot is the third book in the delightful board book series, Celebrate the World, which highlights special occasions and holidays across the globe. Learn all about the traditions of Diwali with this engaging read, perfect for introducing young audiences to the vibrant and meaningful aspects of this celebrated festival.
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781534419902

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Board book

Date Published: 18 October 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Little Simon

Illustration: f-c; matte cover with spot gloss on front cvr and spine; matte int.

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Archana Sreenivasan

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 165.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 24

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About the Author

Hannah Eliot is a children’s book editor who lives in Vermont. Her favorite activities include editing (of course), writing, drawing, and spending time with her family!

Archana Sreenivasan is an illustrator based in Bangalore, India. Her illustrations have been published in numerous magazines, children’s books, book covers, and comics. She studied animation film design at the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad, and participated in a summer residency at the School of Visual Arts in New York, where she studied illustration. She finds the natural world and people-watching most inspiring and is endlessly fascinated by cats.

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