Binny's Diwali

by Thrity Umrigar (Author) Nidhi Chanani (Illustrator)

Binny's Diwali
Reading Level: 2nd − 3rd Grade

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.


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A simplistic, outdated take on Diwali for young children. (Picture book. 2-5)

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Review quotes

"A fresh, contemporary telling of an ancient tradition in a modern context... This colorful, cheerful book will easily find its home among similar books about school, celebrations, and sharing traditions. "— Booklist


Praise for When I Carried You in My Belly by Thrity Umrigar:

"Umrigar's story celebrates a mother's love, her daughter's individuality, and the contributions of extended family." — Publishers Weekly

"Will strike a chord with both new mothers and children, who love to hear about their beginnings. The ending spreads tug heartstrings." — Kirkus Reviews


Praise for Pashmina by Nidhi Chanani:

"Chanani masterfully turns the complex immigrant narrative into a magical and captivating work of art." — The New York Times

* "This dazzling blend of realistic fiction and fantasy is perfect for fans of characters who have to overcome obstacles on their way to growing up." — School Library Journal, starred review

Thrity Umrigar
Thrity Umrigar is the author of the bestseller The Space Between Usand its recently released sequel, The Secrets Between Us, as well as many other acclaimed novels. Her debut picture book, When I Carried You in My Belly, was published with RP Kids in 2017. She lives outside Cleveland, OH.

Khoa Le is an illustrator, graphic designer, and author based in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. She has been an illustrator for many picture books, as well as author of a few. Khoa has also participated in art exhibitions throughout Vietnam and Asia. She currently lives with her four cats. She has a passion for traveling and discovering different cultures and art.
Classification
Fiction
ISBN-13
9781338364484
Lexile Measure
720
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Publication date
September 01, 2020
Series
-
BISAC categories
JUV017090 - Juvenile Fiction | Holidays & Celebrations | Other, Religious
JUV039280 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Religion & Faith
JUV033260 - Juvenile Fiction | Religious | Hindu
Library of Congress categories
Picture books
Customs and practices
East Indian Americans
Divali
Hinduism
Hindu children

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