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K-Gr 3—Many picture books about Diwali have recently been published; what sets this one apart is its mixture of both traditional and new ways to celebrate the holiday in a secular nation. Diwali is Devi's favorite time of year because that means there will be sweets, new clothes, jewelry, bindis, marigolds, diyas, rangoli, lights, and sparklers—but most of all, her family will be hosting a big party. The book has good pacing, starting from the ways in which Devi's family prepares for Diwali. D...Log In or Sign Up to Read More