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Diyas at Circle Time: A Celebration of South Asian Festivals Around Diwali Time

Anjali Joshi, illustrated by Tim Palin

Harini plans to tell her class about her family’s Diwali traditions. At circle time, she finds friends ready to share, and learns about Bandi Chhor Divas, Tihar, and Jain Deepavali, along with stories connected with each festival. As the children compare lighting diyas, giving gifts, and other practices, they notice both common ground and differences. When Anna is left out, the group includes her in the celebration.

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Themes
Cultural Heritage · Diversity And Inclusion · Holidays And Celebrations · Religion And Spirituality · School
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Modern Marigold Books
Published
September 23, 2025
Pages
36
ISBN-13
9781949528015
Language
English
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