Binny’s Diwali, written by Thrity Umrigar and illustrated by Nidhi Chanani, is a heartwarming story that beautifully depicts the magical festival of Diwali, observed on October 20th this year.
You’ll step right into Binny’s shoes while sharing this book with your kids. She’s nervously enthusiastic to present Diwali to her class’s Show & Tell and teach them about its special traditions, with much of that joy coming from the delicious treats she brings—sweet pedas and crispy jalebis!
Unfortunately, stage fright takes hold and Binny becomes shy and struggles to proceed. With the help of her kind teacher, Binny’s inspiration is ignited yet again and she becomes the dynamic storyteller she has always been. But we don’t want to spoil too much, so be sure to check it out to learn all about her presentation.
This lovely story, paired with vibrant illustrations, is a celebration of food, family, and the Festival of Lights and we think it’s the perfect way to cozy up with your family this fall.
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- Sweet pedas are a traditional Indian dessert often served for special occasions, like Raksha Bandhan and of course, Diwali. They are similar to a semi-soft, round cookie or a soft milk fudge. Yum!
- Jalebis are crispy circular or pretzel shaped sweet snacks. It has been suggested that the American funnel cake is derived from jalebis!
- Thrity Umrigar is a celebrated journalist, essayist and author. Click here to learn more about her other works.
- Check out illustrator Nidhi Chanani’s Every Day Love to learn more about her. She also sells beautiful kid-friendly prints, perfect for decorating your little ones’ bedrooms!