978-0-929005-61-4
$7.95 Paperback with full colour illustrations
24 Pages • 8.5" x 8.5"
Ages: 5 to 8
- Character Education
- Diversity
- Multiculturalism
- Multiculturalism
- Diversity
- Social Studies
- Culture
- Holidays & Celebrations
- Divali
- Divali
- Holidays & Celebrations
- Heritage & Citizenship
- Culture
Reading Levels
Grade: 3
Guided Reading Level: N
Gita's family has only recently emigrated from India. Although she misses her relatives and friends, she has already made some friends in her new home. Today, she is looking forward to her favourite holiday - Divali, a festival of lights with fireworks, laughter and exchanges of sweets. But Gita's plans soon fall apart and she becomes homesick and sad. Children from all backgrounds will love this warm and caring story.
Awards
Canadian Children's Book Centre Our Choice Book
US Rights Sold
Pig Tales Book Club Selection
World Dual Language Rights Sold
Children's Book Centre Selection
Scholastic Book Club Selection
Reviews
"The rich tapestry of emotions woven through this lovely story tugs at the most resistant heart. Priestley's vivid illustrations are a perfect accompaniment to the story." - The Brantford Expositor
"Highly recommended." - Quill & Quire
"Magical" - Books in Canada
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