Holi for Kids

Created on March 3, 2022, 3:24 pm

Last Updated February 16, 2024, 1:54 pm

Holi, also called the festival of sharing and love or the festival of colors is a two day Hindu festival marking the arrival of the annual Spring harvest season and the end of winter. The Holi festival traditionally celebrates the victory of good over evil. Many Hindus believe that this holiday shows that the devotion of Hindu people can augment the power of Lord Vishnu. This celebration also honors Lord Krishna, a reincarnation of Lord Vishnu. Holi for the year 2024 is celebrated/observed on sundown of Sunday, March 24th ending at sundown on Monday, March 25th. The first day of the festival is called Holika Dahan or Chhoti Holi and the second day is called Dhuleti or Rangwali Holi. People arrange a bonfire after sunset on Holika Dahan (the first day) and celebrate Holi by playing with colors--splashing water and smearing each other with colors and relishing sweets like Gujiya.

1) It's Holi!

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Mathur, Sanyukta

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"Sameer and his family are preparing to celebrate Holi and the beginning of spring. Scrumptious sweet and savory treats fill platters, and a rainbow of powdered colors is set out. Everyone is ready for the bright and messy festivities ahead. But young Sameer gets nervous seeing his sisters start throwing colors and water balloons at each other. Noticing Sameer's fears and wanting him to celebrate in the bright and messy colors of spring, his family...

2) Holi hai!

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Soundar, Chitra

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Will Gauri's anger prevent her from enjoying the Holi festivities with her family?

3) Holi festival of color

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Hansen, Grace

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World festivals

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This title is complete with historical and modern illustrations and photographs, as well as a glossary and a closer look at the traditional foods that can be eaten at the event. Learn all about the history and cultural significance that the exciting Holi Festival of Color event holds around the world today.

4) Baby's First Holi

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Baby's first holidays

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From the advent of the spring season to celebrating with colors (dry and wet), and from delicious treats to Holi music and fun with family and friends, this educational book includes all the elements of this joyful festival of colors. With one main image per page to focus on and short text, this wonderful board book is easy for babies and toddlers to follow and perfect for reading aloud and sharing with young children.

5) Festival of colors

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Sibilings Chintoo and Mintoo collect flowers and press the petals into a fine powder as they prepare for Holi, the Indian springtime Festival of Colors. Includes author's note.

6) Holi colors

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Singh, Rina

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Introduces little ones to the Hindu festival of Holi with a rainbow of colors.

7) Holi

Author

Peppas, Lynn

Series

Celebrations in my world

8) Celebrating Holi: a Hindu celebration of spring

Author

Menon, Sujatha

Series

We love holidays

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Introduces this Hindu holiday, discussing when it takes place, its history and significance, preparations, how it is celebrated, and the foods that are eaten on it.

9) Holi

Author

Krishnaswami, Uma

Series

Rookie read-about holidays

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An introduction to the traditions and festivities of the Hindu festival called Holi.

10) Understanding Hinduism

Author

Bradley, Susan

Series

Understanding world religions and beliefs

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Understanding Hinduism covers the history of Hinduism and explores how the religion has evolved and expanded. Readers learn about spiritual leaders, how Hindus perceive the world, and how Hindus live in the modern world. This title also discusses the complex interactions between Hinduism and Indian politics. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....