Binny's Diwali
<DIV><B>Binny woke up happy but nervous. It was her day to share about Diwali, the Festival of Lights!</B><br></br>Binny is excited to talk to her class about her favorite holiday. But she struggles to find the words.<br><br>Taking a deep breath, she tells her classmates about the fireworks that burst like stars in the night sky, leaving streaks of gold and red and green. She shares with them delicious <I>pedas </I>and <I>jalebis</I>. And she shows them clay lamps, called <I>diyas</I>, which look so pretty all the children ooh and aah.<br><br>Featuring a heartwarming story by Thrity Umrigar, enchanting illustrations by Nidhi Chanani, and detailed information about the Hindu festival of lights, <I>Binny's Diwali</I> is a holiday treat.</DIV>