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Binny's Diwali Hardcover – Picture Book, September 1, 2020

by Thrity Umrigar (Author),
Nidhi Chanani (Illustrator)
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Nidhi Chanani (Illustrator)
4.8 out of 5 stars 213 ratings
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  1. Reading age
    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    AD720L
  6. Dimensions
    10.25 x 0.5 x 10.25 inches
  7. Publisher
    Scholastic Press
  8. Publication date
    September 1, 2020
  9. ISBN-10
    1338364480
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1338364484
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"A fresh, contemporary telling of an ancient tradition in a modern context... This colorful, cheerful book will easily find its home among similar books about school, celebrations, and sharing traditions." -- Booklist

Praise for When I Carried You in My Belly by Thrity Umrigar:

"Umrigar's story celebrates a mother's love, her daughter's individuality, and the contributions of extended family." -- Publishers Weekly

"Will strike a chord with both new mothers and children, who love to hear about their beginnings. The ending spreads tug heartstrings." -- Kirkus Reviews

Praise for Pashmina by Nidhi Chanani:

"Chanani masterfully turns the complex immigrant narrative into a magical and captivating work of art." -- The New York Times

* "This dazzling blend of realistic fiction and fantasy is perfect for fans of characters who have to overcome obstacles on their way to growing up." -- School Library Journal, starred review



"A fresh, contemporary telling of an ancient tradition in a modern context... This colorful, cheerful book will easily find its home among similar books about school, celebrations, and sharing traditions." -- Booklist

Praise for When I Carried You in My Belly by Thrity Umrigar:

"Umrigar's story celebrates a mother's love, her daughter's individuality, and the contributions of extended family." -- Publishers Weekly

"Will strike a chord with both new mothers and children, who love to hear about their beginnings. The ending spreads tug heartstrings." -- Kirkus Reviews

Praise for Pashmina by Nidhi Chanani:

"Chanani masterfully turns the complex immigrant narrative into a magical and captivating work of art." -- The New York Times

* "This dazzling blend of realistic fiction and fantasy is perfect for fans of characters who have to overcome obstacles on their way to growing up." -- School Library Journal, starred review

About the Author

Thrity Umrigar loves cats and puppies and kids and sparklers and starry nights and ice cream and summer vacations and festivals. When she is not eating ice cream and playing with cats and dogs, she daydreams and writes award-winning books for adults and kids, including the picture books When I Carried You in My Belly and Sugar in Milk. Thrity lives in Cleveland, Ohio, and treasures the letters she receives from young readers. You can find her at umrigar.com.
Nidhi Chanani likes to dream kind and creative dreams. She’s the author of the graphic novel Pashmina and the bilingual board book Shubh Raatri Dost/Good Night Friend, as well as the illustrator of the picture book I Will Be Fierce. Nidhi draws and dreams in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband, child, and cat. Find more of her work at everydayloveart.com.
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Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Scholastic Press (September 1, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1338364480
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1338364484
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD720L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.04 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.25 x 0.5 x 10.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 213 ratings

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Priya Gurcharan
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book for Classroom Lessons
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2021
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N. Kumar
5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite Diwali book
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Book About Diwali! Beautiful Story & Pictures
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2020
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Christopher Hayes
5.0 out of 5 stars Glowing with beauty and positivity.
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2020
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Holly Grinstead
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for a young Indian girl
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2020
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Arun Rajamanickam
3.0 out of 5 stars Not that I expected
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
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Jerome Gnanaraj
5.0 out of 5 stars Thanks for DIWALI BOOK
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2020
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great for teaching about Diwali
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 27, 2021
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Nishi Shah
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story and great illistrations
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 7, 2020
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Sunita
4.0 out of 5 stars It is an excellent piece of work for kids.
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