| Diwali (History Of Holidays And Festivals) Author: Memtombi, R. K. | ||
| Price: $19.46 | ||
Summary:
For Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists, Diwali is one of the most important festivals of the year. People across the globe gather to pray at temples, light lamps, and set off firecrackers, celebrating the power of light over darkness. This title looks at the colorful history of this festival of lights, exploring how its ancient origins and traditions have evolved over time.
| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: MG Reading Level: 5.60 Points: 1.0 Quiz: 522240 |
Reviews:
Booklist (09/01/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 09/01/2024 These selections from the History of Holidays and Festivals series (8 titles) dive into the meaning and history behind cultural and religious celebrations. For each, discrete chapters cover what the day symbolizes, its history and origin, and past and present observances. The straightforward text is supported by sidebars, graphics, charts, graphs, and full-color photos. Critical-thinking prompts encourage compare-and-contrast activities, digging deeper into topics, and writing exercises. Diwali shares the importance of this religious holiday to Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists, providing examples of celebrations all over the world. All titles include time lines, glossaries, and brief bibliographies, which should please report writers. These offer timely updates for holiday collections. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.


