By Siva K.C. Penamakuru (author) , Sara Kuba (illustrator)
"The main characters learn lessons such as working together to finish all the work, giving up perfectionism, and accepting each other and circumstances when things don’t quite go to plan."
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This is a delightful, imaginative children’s story about several friends preparing for Diwali. In a distant solar system, on a planet similar to Earth, live Pasumans. They are animal-like, but have human characteristics and qualities too. There are 5 main characters in this story. The Pulis (Adhvika and Aadi: tiger pasumans), the Gajas (Sumati and Subbu: elephant pasumans) and Jambu Ballu (the bear pasuman).
Preparations are not yet completed and there is still so much to finalize before the celebrations. It is already the day of Diwali! The main characters learn lessons such as working together to finish all the work, giving up perfectionism, and accepting each other and circumstances when things don’t quite go to plan.
They all eventually enjoy a wonderful celebration. The author has an enjoyable, descriptive, chatty writing style and his enjoyment in telling his story is plain to see in his words. The illustrations are beautiful and really add a charming element to this unique story. I also liked the fact the author included an extensive glossary with the book so that readers who are not familiar with all the terminology associated with the festival.
The letter written by Jambu at the back of the book also has a lot of additional interesting information. I’d recommend the book to children from about 8 or 9 years old.
Susan Gibbs, A LoveReading4Kids Ambassador
An entrancing and exciting Deepavali celebration story with the Pasumans (Anthropomorphic beings) of Vajra Dvipa. A holiday book for everyone (starting ages 8 and above).
Diwali is a serious matter for the Pulis–Adhvika and Aadi. The preparation begins weeks in advance, usually. However, this year, it’s different. Due to certain circumstances, they were not ready, despite it being Diwali day. As their friends, the Gajas–-Subbu and Sumati, and Jambu, join and help them prepare the house for the festival, things inadvertently become ‘Un-Diwali’ like. What happens next?
Come, explore, and re-discover the true essence of Diwali along with the Pasumans – Adhvika, Aadi, Subbu, Sumati, and Jambu, as they take you on a roller-coaster ride of celebrations, traditions, songs, and festive treats. You surely are in for a Diwali Delight!!!
The book covers lots of traditions, festive treats, and rites as part of the story. There is a letter at the end explaining the diverse reasons behind the festival from all over the Indian subcontinent, the seasonal significance as well as a multipage glossary describing/translating various festival-related terms from different Indian languages(Ex: Puja, Mantra, Ladis, Laddoos, Diyas, Subhakankshalu, Kolam, Rangoli, Muhurta etc). The occasional illustrations throughout, further enhance and elevate the book.
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Available on Amazon. An entrancing and exciting Deepavali celebration story with the Pasumans (Anthropomorphic beings) of Vajra Dvipa.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Let There Be Light - A Diwali Story and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-10 years old
Let There Be Light - A Diwali Story features in the following genres: Featured Books for 9+ readers, Recommendations, Indie Books We Love, Indie Author Books
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Let There Be Light - A Diwali Story was written by Siva K.C. Penamakuru and published by MayalayaS Press
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