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Let's Celebrate Navratri! (Nine Nights of Dancing & Fun)
**Get our 3 Diwali themed books** Let's Celebrate 5 Days of Diwali! Let's Learn About Ramayana, The Story of Diwali! Diwali 50 Activity Book!**6-Nov-2021** Join us for FREE virtual Diwali Celebration. CultureGroove.com/FreeA festival that celebrates the female power in its nine different forms? Navratri or the festival of Nine Nights is exactly that. One of the most widely celebrated festivals of India, it is the perfect combination of mesmerizing Dandiya & Garba dances, brilliantly colorful clothes, delicious treats, and more.
Join our traveling adventurers Maya, Neel, and Chintu, the squirrel, as they experience Navratri in its full splendor in Gujarat and also learn about how Navratri is celebrated in the rest of the country including Durga Puja, Golu tradition, and more. .
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Maya & Neel’s India Adventures 10+ Book Series is written with the mission to RAISE MULTICULTURAL KIDS! We are Indie authors and 1st generation Indian immigrants, who have dedicated the past decade to spreading multiculturalism through our local dance & culture company as well through this book series whose extreme popularity has taken even us by surprise. You can follow our cultural journey on social media at Bollywood Groove and Culture Groove. To all our little and grownup Thank You for supporting our work & mission!
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Join our traveling adventurers Maya, Neel, and Chintu, the squirrel, as they experience Navratri in its full splendor in Gujarat and also learn about how Navratri is celebrated in the rest of the country including Durga Puja, Golu tradition, and more. .
Check out this incredibly fun festival book from Bestselling series with Award-winning authors!
**Also See** Check out the bestseller book on 5 days of Diwali along with an activity book with 50 activities! .
**Did you know?** All of our books are non-religious with stories are retold for a global audience.
Maya & Neel’s India Adventures 10+ Book Series is written with the mission to RAISE MULTICULTURAL KIDS! We are Indie authors and 1st generation Indian immigrants, who have dedicated the past decade to spreading multiculturalism through our local dance & culture company as well through this book series whose extreme popularity has taken even us by surprise. You can follow our cultural journey on social media at Bollywood Groove and Culture Groove. To all our little and grownup Thank You for supporting our work & mission!
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For bulk orders! or author visits! contact ajanta@culturegroove.com
Our Series Available Worldwide (CultureGroove.com/Books): Diwali, Navratri, Holi, Vaisakhi, Ramadan & Eid Ganesha, Krishna Delhi & Taj Mahal, Mumbai Wedding Diwali 50 Activity Book Holi 50-Activity Book Gift Sets 1 & 2
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37 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 5, 2017
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October 29, 2020
This is the 5th book in the Maya & Neel’s India Adventure Series and focuses on a special Hindu festival that happens in autumn time.
Navrati is a special festival which celebrates female goddesses. Depending on which part of India you visit, the festival is celebrated in different ways and the focus will be on a different form of the goddess. It is a 9 day festival (nav means nine and ratri means nights) that reminds most Hindus of a great battle that took place between Durga (the main Hindu goddess of war, strength and protection) and a demon called Mahishasura. The festival celebrates the victory of Good over Evil. The nine days are dedicated to Goddess Durga and her nine Avatars – the Navadurga. In some places, on each day of the festival, a different form of the goddess is worshipped but this can change depending on the area of India. For example, the book tells us that In Gujarat they worship the mother Goddess Amba, or in Tamil Nadu people worship Saraswati (the Goddess of Learning).
Some readers might disagree with the versions of the festival that are described but there is no way that the authors could include every example. Hinduism is a complicated religion involving several different groups who all follow their own version of the faith. There seem to be thousands of gods but Hindus believe there is only one Supreme God called Brahman who is known by many different names and in lots of different forms. The people of India vary by region and each has their own different language and culture so they recognise the one God in a form that is specific to their part of the country.
The book uses simple text and nice bright illustrations to explain what seems like a complicated festival but all you need to remember is that the people are thanking the goddess for her protection (whichever form she is in) and that goodness will defeat evil. The info zoom sections and pronunciation guide are a really good learning tool too.
What I liked about the book was the topic. You often see books about the more widely known Hindu festivals such as Diwali (Divali) or Holi but Navratri is not often seen in British books or on TV etc. I also liked the quiz at the back to recap what you have learned. This is a good way to learn some of the basic facts about this important Hindu celebration.
Navrati is a special festival which celebrates female goddesses. Depending on which part of India you visit, the festival is celebrated in different ways and the focus will be on a different form of the goddess. It is a 9 day festival (nav means nine and ratri means nights) that reminds most Hindus of a great battle that took place between Durga (the main Hindu goddess of war, strength and protection) and a demon called Mahishasura. The festival celebrates the victory of Good over Evil. The nine days are dedicated to Goddess Durga and her nine Avatars – the Navadurga. In some places, on each day of the festival, a different form of the goddess is worshipped but this can change depending on the area of India. For example, the book tells us that In Gujarat they worship the mother Goddess Amba, or in Tamil Nadu people worship Saraswati (the Goddess of Learning).
Some readers might disagree with the versions of the festival that are described but there is no way that the authors could include every example. Hinduism is a complicated religion involving several different groups who all follow their own version of the faith. There seem to be thousands of gods but Hindus believe there is only one Supreme God called Brahman who is known by many different names and in lots of different forms. The people of India vary by region and each has their own different language and culture so they recognise the one God in a form that is specific to their part of the country.
The book uses simple text and nice bright illustrations to explain what seems like a complicated festival but all you need to remember is that the people are thanking the goddess for her protection (whichever form she is in) and that goodness will defeat evil. The info zoom sections and pronunciation guide are a really good learning tool too.
What I liked about the book was the topic. You often see books about the more widely known Hindu festivals such as Diwali (Divali) or Holi but Navratri is not often seen in British books or on TV etc. I also liked the quiz at the back to recap what you have learned. This is a good way to learn some of the basic facts about this important Hindu celebration.
January 26, 2021
This book is very inviting and the presentation is very global in its approach. The cover is bright and the illustrations are both adorable and offer authentic cultural representation which leads to wanting to open the book to find out more. For the young reader, this book is geared for them to understand the scope of the beautiful cultural diversity of India. Plus, the characters are kind, respectful and eager to learn, so they are very good role models. The book is simple yet full of pertinent information. It shares the stories behind this celebration plus how it is celebrated today through many different parts of India. I loved learning all the names and how to pronounce them, of foods, clothings pieces, family members and sharing this eye-opening piece about another culture and how it draws parallels to other celebrations of light throughout the world. So many different ways to celebrate the dispelling of darkness by light and dance all over this wonderful world. I was impressed by how much information was shared and just loved the endearing illustrations that just brought the celebration to life. It is fun that the book (plus it’s series) has a YouTube channel named Cultural Groove connected to it and I liked hearing this story being read by Miss Ajanta herself! https://youtu.be/nCiwGHWp90k With this story, this book helps to create a connection to and respect for the beauty of the diverse stories that populate our world.
September 17, 2019
Enjoyable and informative
I loved this book. I think it is a good read for all kids to learn about different cultures around the world, in this case it is Indian culture and festivals. Even if you don't have Indian background, it doesn't matter. This book will spark a lot of joy in your kid to travel and meet with people from different cultures. It is teaching the God names, what to eat, what to wear and how the celebrations are done during Navratri festival. I loved the recap part in the end, where there is a short quiz for kids. It is not necessarily for all kids, but it might help to improve your child's memory as well.
I loved this book. I think it is a good read for all kids to learn about different cultures around the world, in this case it is Indian culture and festivals. Even if you don't have Indian background, it doesn't matter. This book will spark a lot of joy in your kid to travel and meet with people from different cultures. It is teaching the God names, what to eat, what to wear and how the celebrations are done during Navratri festival. I loved the recap part in the end, where there is a short quiz for kids. It is not necessarily for all kids, but it might help to improve your child's memory as well.
September 15, 2020
Beautiful and informative
This is a wonderful book that teaches readers about the Indian culture and the Navratri festival. I have never heard of this festival and don't know much about the culture and found this book so informative and educational, but it's written in such a way that is also very entertaining and engaging. There is a sweet storyline mixed together with lots of fun and interesting facts. The illustrations are beautiful and unique. It's a great book to teach kids about different cultures and understand and respect other people's traditions. We need more books like this in school libraries across the world to encourage multiculturalism. Recommended!
This is a wonderful book that teaches readers about the Indian culture and the Navratri festival. I have never heard of this festival and don't know much about the culture and found this book so informative and educational, but it's written in such a way that is also very entertaining and engaging. There is a sweet storyline mixed together with lots of fun and interesting facts. The illustrations are beautiful and unique. It's a great book to teach kids about different cultures and understand and respect other people's traditions. We need more books like this in school libraries across the world to encourage multiculturalism. Recommended!
October 16, 2020
Colorful and Informative
This book is very thoughtful. I liked the pronunciation guide at the beginning and the insights into how other parts of India celebrate. This was all new information for me and my daughter and it was explained in a way that made it easy to understand from food to clothes and common celebration items. My daughter really enjoyed the colorful illustrations!
This book is very thoughtful. I liked the pronunciation guide at the beginning and the insights into how other parts of India celebrate. This was all new information for me and my daughter and it was explained in a way that made it easy to understand from food to clothes and common celebration items. My daughter really enjoyed the colorful illustrations!
September 8, 2020
Interesting glimpse into celebrating
We enjoyed reading about the cultural celebration and appreciated the careful effort to show and explain each food, clothing item, and dance used in the story.
We enjoyed reading about the cultural celebration and appreciated the careful effort to show and explain each food, clothing item, and dance used in the story.
October 16, 2020
This book was so informative! I learnt so much! The story was told in a simple yet engaging way and the illustrations were so full of colour! This would be a great resource for classrooms when teaching students about cultures around the world.
October 21, 2020
I'm a lover of all things Indian and I was delighted to have found these books that teach, not only the children but also the adults like myself, about the culture of India in a very nice way. Congratulations to the author and I have already bought the other books to carry on my "learning".
December 11, 2020
Fun and Informative
This book does such a good job introducing kids to a brand new culture. Not only will they learn about different ways to celebrate, they’ll learn about new foods, clothes, and even vocabulary words. A great introduction to Navratri.
This book does such a good job introducing kids to a brand new culture. Not only will they learn about different ways to celebrate, they’ll learn about new foods, clothes, and even vocabulary words. A great introduction to Navratri.
September 18, 2019
Fully graphic book
It’s a fully graphic and well illustrated kid book. It also has Indian setting for traditional kids. It’s a good book!
It’s a fully graphic and well illustrated kid book. It also has Indian setting for traditional kids. It’s a good book!
October 2, 2019
Good for children's to read
Good for children's to read. Nice picture well designed, interesting for the children to go through on their own. Thanks
Good for children's to read. Nice picture well designed, interesting for the children to go through on their own. Thanks
November 8, 2020
Awesome and informative
I find this book to be very enjoyable and informative. It's good to know that kids nowadays can be exposed to such books.
I find this book to be very enjoyable and informative. It's good to know that kids nowadays can be exposed to such books.
August 22, 2019
In this book, Maya and Neel travel to India to celebrate Navratri in the state of Gujarat.
In the book, we learn about the local culture and traditions of this special festival.
I love this book, the illustration is beautiful and the story is very engaging.
This is a beautiful series about the adventures of Maya and Neel around India's cultures.
If you loved this book you probably will love the rest of them.
I recommend this book to kids ages 3-7.
In the book, we learn about the local culture and traditions of this special festival.
I love this book, the illustration is beautiful and the story is very engaging.
This is a beautiful series about the adventures of Maya and Neel around India's cultures.
If you loved this book you probably will love the rest of them.
I recommend this book to kids ages 3-7.
October 17, 2020
Fun indian celebration
We had so much fun reading about this unqiue celebration in India! My daughter is cuorius about indian culture as it as so colourful and rich, you just want to try this delicious food and dance to those beats. The book is narrated in a lean and children friendly way. Highly recommend to anyone, even grown ups, interested in indian culture!
We had so much fun reading about this unqiue celebration in India! My daughter is cuorius about indian culture as it as so colourful and rich, you just want to try this delicious food and dance to those beats. The book is narrated in a lean and children friendly way. Highly recommend to anyone, even grown ups, interested in indian culture!
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