The Night Before Diwali

Author: Haddow, Swapna

Interest age: from c 3 years

Published on 11 September 2025 by Scholastic in the United Kingdom.

Paperback | 24 pages
274 x 250 x 6 | 152g

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A dazzling picture book celebrating the magic of Diwali!

'Twas the night before Diwali,and all through the house,rich incense lulled us all to sleep,... even the

mouse!

Join a little boy and his grandmother as they plan for

the BEST DIWALI EVER!

There are diyas to light, laddoos to roll and beautiful rangoli

patterns to make!

Can they get everything ready in time to throw their biggest Diwali

celebration yet?

Swapna Haddow's Diwali-twist on the traditional 'Night Before

Christmas' poem is full of fun and energy

Darshika Varma's illustrations beautifully capture this joyful

celebration

Includes a Diwali fact sheet and a delicious laddoo recipe

Check out The Night Before Holi for more colourful festivities