The festival of colours is around the corner and the preparations are in full swing. From organic colours to trendy pichkaris, we are getting them all for the kids. But if you are a raising a generation of curious kids who want to know why we throw colours on each other’s faces and don’t seem to get irked by that(!!!), here are the books that will help answer their Holi questions.
Written in simple language, each of them, they cater to kids of different age groups and help elaborate the reason behind the Holi celebrations and why it is an important festival in the Indian culture.
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1. Let’s Celebrate Holi
Author: Anita Rathod
Age: 4+
Introduce your kids to the colourful world of Indian festivals and why the celebrations happen around this time of the year with this popular book.
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Author: Bhakti Mathur
This book is a must-have in your festive collection for the kids. Another wonderful piece of work by Bhakti Mathur in simplifying festivals in a way the kids can relate to and find interesting, this book is ideal for kids 5 and above.
Age: 5+
3. Let’s Celebrate Holi: Maya & Neel’s India Adventure Series
Author: Anjana Chakraborty & Vivek Kumar
Age:3-7 years
Aimed at Indian kids settled abroad, this is a great book from a series that teaches kids all about Indian festivals. The whys and hows for a generation that doesn’t know a lot about our culture, heritage or customs.
Author: Surishtha Sehgal
Age: 2-8 years
With brilliant illustrations and a very simple narrative, this will answer your kids’ questions on why we celebrate the festival of colours and all the fun that happens around it.
Author: Shoumi Sen
Age: 5-6 years
It’s the school-going kids who often come up with a thousand questions on why, how and what – especially about festivals. Get your kids to understand how we welcome spring with Holi and the mythological connect behind the same.
6. Why Holi
Author: Riyanka Khanna
Age: 2-6 years
This book is a part of the ‘Why Series’ and these books are for children to know why we celebrate certain occasions like Diwali, Christmas, Holi, Independence Day in a very positive way. These books are a great way to bring mythologies in their lives from an early stage. The book has child-friendly smiley characters and cute illustrations that help children understand the story behind all the traditions. Through this story, we can introduce values such as respect for parents, loyalty and can develop a ‘can do’ attitude in them. Read the complete review on KSP Book Club here.
7. My Little Book Of Holi
Author: Ashvitha Jayakumar and Svarnavo Dutta
Age: 3-6 years
This beautifully illustrated board book introduces young readers to the vibrant festival of Holi, exploring its customs, rituals, and colors in a fun and engaging way. Designed for ages 3 and up, it combines interactive activities, cultural insights, and bright visuals to make learning about Indian traditions enjoyable.
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8. Maya’s Holi
Author: Thirty Umrigar
Age: 3-6 years
Maya visits her grandparents in India just in time for Holi, a festival bursting with colors, love, and new beginnings. She enjoys festive treats, joins the lively street celebrations, and soaks in the joy of the holiday. When she returns home, she carries the spirit of Holi—hope, forgiveness, and warmth—with her. This heartwarming story, paired with vibrant illustrations, beautifully captures the essence of Holi and its deeper meaning beyond just the colors.
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9. The Story of Holi
Author: Tinni Chatterjee
Age: 3-6 years
Holi is a festival of colors, love, and new beginnings, celebrated with joy and traditions. The Namo Namo series introduces kids to Hindu mythology through beautifully illustrated stories on Krishna, Ganesha, Shiva, and more.
10. We Threw Colour On Each Other
Author: Tinni Chatterjee
Age: 3-5 years
Book for Holi-a celebration of spring, color and a reminder of the divine love between Radha and Krishna.
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