Celebrate Onam With Me!

Celebrate Onam With Me! PDF Author: Shoumi Sen
Publisher: From the Toddler Diaries
ISBN: 9781735439112
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38

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Book Description
It's time for Onam, a 10-day harvest festival celebrated widely in the Indian state of Kerala with a lot of fun, food, and festivities! Travel with Riya to "God's Own Country" and learn how and why we celebrate Onam. Join her at the enchanting snake boat races that draw crowds by the thousands, watch a beautiful flower arrangement take shape, and enjoy the delicious Onasadya feast while learning about the story of King Mahabali. Step into this book and join in Riya's amazement as you watch Onam come alive! 'From The Toddler Diaries' is a series of illustrated books which celebrates the spectrum of Indian festivals as experienced by a child. The inspiration behind this collection comes from an appreciation of a child's clarity in perception, which becomes magical because of its simplicity.

Celebrate Onam With Me!

Celebrate Onam With Me! PDF Author: Shoumi Sen
Publisher: From the Toddler Diaries
ISBN: 9781735439112
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38

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Book Description
It's time for Onam, a 10-day harvest festival celebrated widely in the Indian state of Kerala with a lot of fun, food, and festivities! Travel with Riya to "God's Own Country" and learn how and why we celebrate Onam. Join her at the enchanting snake boat races that draw crowds by the thousands, watch a beautiful flower arrangement take shape, and enjoy the delicious Onasadya feast while learning about the story of King Mahabali. Step into this book and join in Riya's amazement as you watch Onam come alive! 'From The Toddler Diaries' is a series of illustrated books which celebrates the spectrum of Indian festivals as experienced by a child. The inspiration behind this collection comes from an appreciation of a child's clarity in perception, which becomes magical because of its simplicity.

Celebrate Holi with Me!

Celebrate Holi with Me! PDF Author: Shoumi Sen
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781541027831
Category : Fasts and feasts
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Book Description
Holi, the Festival of Colors is here, marking the arrival of Spring! Step into this book and watch Riya and her friends immerse everyone in a spectacular carnival of colors, while learning the story of Prahlad and why we celebrate Holi! This book is part of the series From The Toddler Diaries, a series of illustrated books which celebrates the spectrum of Indian festivals as experienced by a toddler. Presented in poetry and color, 'From The Toddler Diaries' is designed to drape parents and children in vivid hues of India's cultural fabric. The inspiration behind this collection comes from an appreciation of a child's clarity in perception, which becomes magical because of its simplicity.

Celebrate Durga Puja with Me!

Celebrate Durga Puja with Me! PDF Author: Shoumi Sen
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781735439136
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

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Durga Puja is here! What does it mean to a child? Step into this book and watch the festival come alive!This book is part of the series 'From The Toddler Diaries' and celebrates Durga Puja as experienced by 3 year old Riya. This artfully portrayed '5 Days of Pujo' appeals to young and old alike. Shashti, Saptami, Ashtami, Navami and Bijoya Dashami - the cultural colors have a pronounced Bengali connection, but are universal to Durga Puja celebrations across several communities. With 5 star reviews, this book is easy to read and is enthusiastically endorsed by kids and their parents alike!From The Toddler Diaries is a series of illustrated books which celebrates the spectrum of Indian festivals as experienced by a toddler. Presented in poetry and color, 'From The Toddler Diaries' is designed to drape parents and children in vivid hues of India's cultural fabric. The inspiration behind this collection comes from an appreciation of a child's clarity in perception, which becomes magical because of its simplicity. Also, check out 'Celebrate Holi With Me!', which is part of this series.A charming and informative book. A great way to introduce children to the culture.~ Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni, Award winning author of 'The Mistress of Spices' and 'Before We Visit the Goddess'When I read Shoumi Sen's Celebrate Durga Puja With Me, brilliantly illustrated by Abira Das, I must admit that I want to witness at least one Durga Pujo in my life?~ TokaBox

Before We Visit the Goddess

Before We Visit the Goddess PDF Author: Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1476792011
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240

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Book Description
"A new novel from the author of Oleander Girl, a novel in stories, built around crucial moments in the lives of 3 generations of women in an Indian/Indian-American Family"--

Vivek Singh's Indian Festival Feasts

Vivek Singh's Indian Festival Feasts PDF Author: Vivek Singh
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 147293847X
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 274

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Book Description
It is said that in India a festival is celebrated every day of the year. In this gastronomic celebration of India's festival cuisine, acclaimed chef Vivek Singh brings his unique touch to traditional festival recipes and gives his insight into the significance of food from a country with a history of such diverse religions and cultures. Chapters include the most popular festivals celebrated around the world, such as Holi, Onam and Diwali, covering all religions and geographical areas within India, with Vivek's very own take on the recipes most associated with them. As well as these brand new recipes, the history and culture surrounding each festival will be explored in colourful detail. The accompanying photography will further bring alive the beauty and vibrancy of these incredible celebrations.

The Torchbearers

The Torchbearers PDF Author: Nayanika Mahtani
Publisher: Penguin Random House India Private Limited
ISBN: 9353057140
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196

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Book Description
A tale of borders and beliefs shaped by the games people play 1947 New Delhi. Cyril Radcliffe's hands are clammy, partly from the heat but mostly from the enormity of the task assigned. Mopping the sweat off his brow, he picks up his pen, draws a deep breath–and a dark line. Rawalpindi. A barbaric frenzy of rioters fills the streets, disrupting a game of pithoo between Toshi and her brother, Tarlok, shattering their lives unimaginably. 2008 Rawalpindi. Cricket-crazy Inaya is sneaking out behind her father's back for net practice when she discovers that she is not the only one in her family keeping a secret. New Delhi. Jai accidentally stumbles upon an old, hidden away diary in his kitchen. The date of its last entry: 17 August 1947. As Jai and Inaya's unlikely worlds collide, another story unfolds. A story that started with the drawing of a line. A story that shifts the truth in their lives.

Crazy Times with Uncle Ken

Crazy Times with Uncle Ken PDF Author: Ruskin Bond
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 8184755007
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 134

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Book Description
Read all the stories about Ruskin Bond’s bumbling and endearing Uncle Ken in this collection. Whenever Uncle Ken arrives at Grandma's house, as he does frequently, there is trouble afoot! Uncle Ken drives his car into a wall, is mistaken for a famous cricketer, troubled by a mischievous ghost, chased by a swarm of bees and attacked by flying foxes. Be it the numerous bicycle rides with the author or his futile attempts at finding a job, Uncle Ken's misadventures provide huge doses of laughter. Crazy Times with Uncle Ken includes old classics as well as new stories, and will be enjoyed by all Ruskin Bond fans.

The Mistress of Spices

The Mistress of Spices PDF Author: Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
Publisher: Anchor
ISBN: 0307476774
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 352

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Book Description
A classic work of magical realism, this bestselling novel by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni tells the story of Tilo, a young woman from another time who has a gift for the mystical art of spices. Now immortal, and living in the gnarled and arthritic body of an old woman, Tilo has set up shop in Oakland, California, where she administers curatives to her customers. But when she's surprised by an unexpected romance with a handsome stranger, she must choose between everlasting life and the vicissitudes of modern society. Spellbinding and hypnotizing, The Mistress of Spices is a tale of joy, sorrow, and one special woman's magical powers.

Festival Stories

Festival Stories PDF Author: Rachna Chhabria
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9353578949
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 203

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Book Description
India is a country of myriad festivals! Not a month goes by in which we don't have something to celebrate. This book invites you to rejoice in India's rich culture through the simple stories of two young twins, Natasha and Nikhil, as they experience an entire year of festivals and celebrations - starting with Lohri in January and ending with Christmas in December!The detailed descriptions and wealth of detail about each festival that Natasha and Nikhil record in their blog and journal will make this a book to treasure and return to every time a festival comes by.So come celebrate with us!

Discover India: Festivals of India

Discover India: Festivals of India PDF Author: Sonia Mehta
Publisher: Puffin
ISBN: 9780143445258
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 64

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Book Description
India is a mix of many cultures and people, which means there are literally hundreds of reasons to celebrate! Have you ever wondered what Onam is all about? Why people eat hot cross buns at Easter? Are Pongal, Lohri and Sankranti all the same festival? Why do people fast during Ramzan? Get ready to find the answers to all of these questions and dive into the stories behind these festivals and many others.