"Holi is about celebrating the triumph over good and evil. It is also a celebration of love. It is a Hindu holiday. People have a bonfire to represent the story of Prahlad and Holika. They also gather in the streets to throw colored paint on one another and have a big feast. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"--Provided by publisher.
Getting ready for Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colors, young Nikhil is nervous about the festivities until his family comes up with a silly solution for him to celebrate the messy colors of spring with everyone.
"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to Holi through simple, predictable text and related photos"--Provided by publisher"--.
"This title is complete with historical and modern illustrations and photographs, as well as a glossary and a closer look at the traditional foods that can be eaten at the event. Learn all about the history and cultural significance that the . . . Holi Festival of Color event holds around the world"--Provided by publisher.
Sibilings Chintoo and Mintoo collect flowers and press the petals into a fine powder as they prepare for Holi, the Indian springtime Festival of Colors.
