SuitabookReligious origins and shared celebration
Diwali is introduced through its Hindu roots and association with Lakshmi, while the book also discusses celebration by Hindus and Sikhs.
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Julie Murray - Author
An introductory factual guide to Diwali, combining explanations of religious origins with examples of customs, celebrations and the holiday’s connection with a new business year.
Easy-to-read text paired with colorful photos and informative captions introduces readers to an Indian holiday, Diwali. The origin of Diwali is described, including its roots in the Hindu religion and its association with the goddess Lakshmi. Readers are introduced to the holiday s customs, such as cleaning the home, wearing new clothes, giving gifts of sweets, decorating with rangoli, and lighting lamps and fireworks. Also discussed is the holiday s connection with the start of a new business year. Features include table of contents, map, glossary with phonetic spellings, and index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Text and photographs introduce the holiday of Diwali and how it is celebrated by Hindus and Sikhs.
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Sign in for personalised guidanceAn introductory factual guide to Diwali, combining explanations of religious origins with examples of customs, celebrations and the holiday’s connection with a new business year.
Diwali is introduced through its Hindu roots and association with Lakshmi, while the book also discusses celebration by Hindus and Sikhs.
The book describes household preparation, new clothes, sweets, rangoli, lamps and fireworks, alongside Diwali’s connection with the start of a new business year.
Fireworks are mentioned as part of Diwali celebrations. You may wish to talk about how different families celebrate and what thoughtful behaviour is needed around lights and fireworks.
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