About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to nurture your child's global citizenship or help them prepare for a multicultural celebration. It is an ideal choice for families looking to validate their South Asian identity or for any parent wishing to introduce their children to the beauty of religious and cultural diversity through a lens of joy and community. Follow siblings Maya and Neel as they travel to Punjab, India, to experience the Vaisakhi festival. Through their eyes, children ages 3 to 8 will discover the significance of the spring harvest, the history of the Khalsa, and the vibrant traditions of the Sikh faith. This story emphasizes themes of gratitude, family connection, and the excitement of learning new traditions, making it a perfect tool for building empathy and cultural literacy in a way that feels like a fun travel adventure.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
It focuses on the communal and celebratory aspects of the faith. The resolution is joyful and educational.
Ideal Reader
A first or second grader who is starting to notice differences in how friends celebrate holidays and is eager to share their own traditions or learn about a neighbor's. It is also perfect for a child about to attend their first Mela or Vaisakhi parade.
