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    Diwali
    Diwali
    Diwali
    Ebook29 pages58 minutes

    Diwali

    By Anita Nahta Amin

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    Diwali is about celebrating! It honors the Hindu story of Rama. Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains also celebrate Diwali. To celebrate this Festival of Lights, people light lamps, watch fireworks, and dance. Others might exchange cards and presents. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCapstone Young Readers
    Release dateJul 1, 2021
    ISBN9781663908292
    Diwali
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    Anita Nahta Amin

    Anita Nahta Amin is the author of children's books and short stories. She lives in Florida with her husband and twin children. She can often be found walking on the beach, watching the ships sail past. More information about her books can be found at www.AnitaAminBooks.com. She loves hearing from readers!

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