Kids Book Index
Hannah Eliot, illustrated by Archana Sreenivasan
This board book introduces Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights. It presents the festival through the idea of light prevailing over darkness and focuses on Diwali as a religious and cultural celebration. The book’s subject is the festival itself, its association with lights, and the meaning expressed through that central contrast.
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Holi ColorsRina SinghThis rhyming board book uses colors to introduce Holi, a Hindu spring celebration. Marigold orange, sunset red, peacock blue, and tree green connect color words to the natural world. Photographs show children and families celebrating by throwing colored powder. An endnote explains that the powder is called gulal and identifies Holi as a festival associated with Krishna and Radha.Seasons and CelebrationsLexile Text Measure AD390LATOS Book Level 2.7On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Very, Very, Very Dreadful: The Influenza Pandemic of 1918Albert MarrinThis nonfiction book examines the influenza pandemic of 1918 through both history and science. It begins as World War I is underway and influenza affects troops at Fort Riley, Kansas. The account addresses a pandemic described as highly contagious and lethal, with an estimated 500 million deaths. Photographs, notes, further reading, and picture credits provide supporting material. The book also notes similarities between the 1918 outbreak and the later worldwide coronavirus outbreak.Fourteen and OlderOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Ramadan: The Holy Month of FastingAusma Zehanat KhanThis book introduces Ramadan as a Muslim holy month centered on fasting. It explains the month’s stages, spirit, and traditions in different parts of the world, using photographs, recipes, and individual stories. The account describes Ramadan as a time when Muslims focus on positive thoughts and actions, strengthen their connection with God, and reflect on personal and spiritual behavior. A glossary and resource section provide additional context.WORLD HISTORY & CULTUREOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details