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Holi: The Festival of Colors

Holi, the Indian festival marked by colorful powders and celebrations, marks the promise of spring, the end of winter and the triumph of good over evil. Learn more about both Holi and India in these colorful titles!

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  • Happy Holi!

    Celebrating the Festival of Colors

    Soundar, Chitra,
    A family prepares for Holi, the Festival of Colors, by cleaning the house and cooking tasty treats. When Holi arrives, the family celebrates with their friends with music, food and colorful homemade dyes.
    Book, 2025New York : Bloomsbury Children's Books, 2025. — E FICTION SOUNDAR
  • A young girl and her nanijee provide an illustrated tour of India, highlighting different sights and landmarks throughout the country, enjoying food and customs, learning about important figures and wildlife, and experiencing what daily life is like…
    Book, 2023Somerville, Massachusetts : Candlewick Press, 2023. — J 954 BILAN
  • Maya enjoys an extended vacation with her family in India, where she experiences her first Holi celebration and keeps the memories with her when she returns to the United States.
    Book, 2025New York : Scholastic Press, 2025. — E FICTION UMRIGAR
  • Getting ready for Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colors, young Nikhil is nervous about the festivities until his family comes up with a silly solution for him to celebrate the messy colors of spring with everyone.
    Book, 2024New York : Henry Holt and Company, 2024. — E FICTION MATHUR
  • Gauri is excited for the Holi celebration. But when her family gathers to make gulal, and she doesn't get to prepare her favorite color, she gets angry. However, after hearing the story of Prahlada, she realizes the celebration is about spreading…
    Book, 2021Chicago, Illinois : Albert Whitman & Company, 2021. — E FICTION SOUNDAR
  • Explores the history, geography, climate, government and culture of India.
    Book, 2022Minneapolis : Lerner Publications, [2022] — J 954 DOEDEN
  • Simple text and color photographs introduce young readers to the history, foods and traditions associated with the Hindu festival of Holi.
    Book, 2019Norfolk : BookLife Publishing, [2019] — E 394.2654 VALLEPUR
  • A family prepares for Holi, the Festival of Colors, by cleaning the house and cooking tasty treats. When Holi arrives, the family celebrates with their friends with music, food and colorful homemade dyes.
    Book, 2018New York : Beach Lane Books, [2018] — E FICTION SEHGAL
  • Explores the history of India, highlighting the landscape, climate, natural habitat and culture of the country.
    Book, 2019[Minneapolis, MN] : Pogo, [2019] — J 954 MATTERN
  • Simple text and photographs examine the history of the Hindu festival of Holi, which is celebrated during spring.
    Book, 2017Minneapolis, MN : Bullfrog Books, Jump!,Inc., [2017] — E 294.536 PETTIFORD
  • Let's Get Festive!

    Celebrations Around the World

    Kończak, Joanna,
    Explores the history, traditions and foods of celebrations and holidays around the world.
    Book, 2024New York : NorthSouth, 2024. — J 394.26 KONCZAK
  • Provides an introduction to India, focusing on the country's land, people and culture.
    Book, 2018Minneapolis, MN : Bellwether Media, Inc., 2018. — J 954 OACHS
  • Provides a brief overview of the Hindu religion, and describes their sacred text and beliefs, how they celebrate festivals and holidays, and foods and symbols associated with them.
    Book, 2025North Mankato, Minnesota : Pebble, an imprint of Capstone, [2025] — J 394.2654 GANERI
  • Explores the characteristics and traditions of religious and cultural holidays, celebrations and festivals from around the world.
    Book, 2022London : Tiny Owl Publishing, 2022. — E 394.26 SOUNDAR