The Best Holi Books for Kids

Summary: Join siblings Mintoo and Chintoo as they prepare for Holi, the Festival of Colors. As spring arrives, they gather flowers to create vibrant powders for the celebration. On the big day, they unite with friends and family, embracing new beginnings, friendship, and forgiveness. Dive into this colorful adventure and discover the joy and traditions of Holi.

Summary: A board book introduction to Holi, the Hindu festival of colors held over two days in March. It explains the history and meaning behind the celebration, from throwing colored powders and lighting nighttime bonfires to sharing special meals and dancing together.

Summary: Holi is a Hindu festival of color celebrated each spring. This leveled nonfiction book for early fluent readers shares the Hindu stories behind the holiday, explains why people throw colored powders and spray colored water, and describes the foods and dances that go with it. Photos, an infographic on the meaning of the colors, sidebars, a map, a glossary and an index round it out.