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Garland Of Lights: A Diwali Story

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Book Synopsis

One lamp welcomes the goddess of wealth.
She blesses all with wisdom and health.

Feasts. Fireworks. Fun with family and friends. Shine a light on the magical moments that make up Diwali, the Festival of Lights, in this warm and dazzling storybook.

During this very special time of the year, join in the fun and count glittering lanterns one by one to celebrate all the wonderful traditions and treats Diwali has to offer – music and mouthwatering sweets, swirling rangolis and sweet-smelling marigolds, laughter and light.

With Chitra Soundar’s lyrical rhymes and rich, vibrant illustrations from Amberin Huq, this is the perfect gift to celebrate one of the world’s biggest and brightest holidays.

Our Review Panel says...

If you want to find out more about Diwali and the customs and traditions that surround the festival, this is a great book to explore with children in the early years. It is a simple counting book, counting the lamps that light Diwali and with each additional lamp, a message is shared.

The book is filled with bright illustrations and vibrant patterns that are a feast for the eyes. Each double spread shows a family, dressed in beautiful traditional Hindu dress for the festival of Diwali, explaining the meanings behind the festival of light.

Where there are words that might be unusual or unknown to some children, such as mithai, these are explained in a glossary at the back of the book along with more detailed information about the festival.

Children who are not Hindu but are of another religion or none can draw parallels with their own festivals and family traditions and so explore the links and synergies behind the messages of many religious or cultural festivals.