book cover of The Night Before Diwali
 

The Night Before Diwali

(2025)
A Picture Book by

 
 
 


A dazzling picture book celebrating the magic of Diwali!



'Twas the night before Diwali,
and all through the house,
rich incense lulled us all to sleep,
... even the
mouse!



Join a little boy and his grandmother as they plan for
the BEST DIWALI EVER!



There are diyas to light, laddoos to roll and beautiful rangoli
patterns to make!



Can they get everything ready in time to throw their biggest Diwali
celebration yet?




    • Swapna Haddow's Diwali-twist on the traditional 'Night Before
      Christmas'
      poem is full of fun and energy



      • Darshika Varma's illustrations beautifully capture this joyful
        celebration



        • Includes a Diwali fact sheet and a delicious laddoo recipe






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