Author: Susie Dawson
Publisher: Times Media
Year: 2001
Language: English
Pages: 32
ISBN/UPC (if available): 9812320687

Description

Fiesta! India introduces the festivals and traditions of India. The book describes how the festivals are celebrated, and tell the stories that lie behind them.

The Book also includes information about costumes, tasty recipes, songs and simple activities that tie in with the festivals.

Contents

Map of India
Religions and Greetings
Pongal Harvest Festival
Holi Festival
Baisakhi-A Sikh Festival
Raksha Bandhan
Janmashtami-Krishnas Birthday
Story-The Birth of Krishna
Ganesha Festival
Navratri and Dasara
Story The Rescue of Princess Sita
Divali
Eid-ul-Fitr-A Muslim Festival
Other Festivals
Words to Know
Index