
By Thrity Umrigar, Nidhi Chanani (Illustrator)
A girl shares her favorite holiday, Diwali, with her class, but words escape her.
Binny is eager yet anxious to introduce her classmates to Diwali, the Festival of Lights. As she struggles to find her voice, she paints a vivid picture of fireworks lighting the sky and shares sweet treats like pedas and jalebis. With each diya she lights, Binny hopes to illuminate her world and connect with her peers. Will her story shine as brightly as the festival itself?
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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