About this item
Riya loves Diwali for the tasty treats but not the darkness and loud fireworks. Can Riya be brave and find a way to celebrate Diwali with her family without being scared?Presented as a 'Once Upon a Time' bedtime story, children will learn the origin of Diwali and how it came to be a celebration of light over darkness and good over evil. Diwali is a five-day long celebration beginning from purchasing silver and gold items, to decorating the home with lights and candles, to preparing baked goods and visiting friends and family, to ending the holiday with fireworks and a celebration of siblings.Anita Mishra and Diah Chakraborty join together to represent their respective cultures as Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, is celebrated around the world and across various religions including Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists.
About the Author
Anita Mishra is living in El Paso, Texas. She is an author, an engineer, a teacher, a baker, and a homeschooling mom of two amazing children. She enjoys writing middle-grade adventures and mysteries. Anita loves mystery books in which you can connect with the characters and escape into their world. Connect with Anita here:
