Grade Level: K–2
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Deep Dive: Diwali
Originating in India, Diwali is celebrated in Hindu, Jain and Sikh cultures. Known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali entails five days of celebration. Though Diwali is celebrated differently across cultures, a common theme of good and light prevailing over evil and darkness connects the three religions. Dive deeper with us here!
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Deep Dive: Tanabata (Star Festival)
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Deep Dive: Holi
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Deep Dive: Songkran
Songkran, Thailand’s traditional New Year festival, takes place each year from April 13–15. Rooted in Hindu and Buddhist traditions, it marks a time of cleansing, renewal, and fresh beginnings. This deep dive document will share more about the meaning and celebrations of the holiday.
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Deep Dive: Mid-Autumn Festival
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Amina Banana and the Formula for Friendship
Amina loves bananas, science, and yellow things. Her family recently moved from Syria to Indiana and she is starting at a new school. Shifa Saltagi Safad Immigrated to the US as a young girl.
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Fall Is for Beginnings
Ravi is ready for a new school year to start! In the fall there is cool weather, new school supplies, and spending time with friends, But when a new girl named Ellie joins their class, Will Ravi have to share his best friend Joe, with a new friend. Rajani LaRocca was born in India.
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Cultural Celebrations Calendar 2025-2026
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Deep Dive: Tanabata Star Festival
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Reading Fun for Summer and All Year Round
In 2025, let’s celebrate the joy of reading books that reflect who we are — our backgrounds, interests, personalities, and ways of thinking. Explore stories about people who inspire you, characters who bring you joy, and voices that open up new perspectives. Enjoy books that speak to your heart, spark your curiosity, and make you…
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Incredible: Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Who Changed the World
Incredible introduces some of the vast number of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders who have made significant and lasting change in the world, including groundbreaking journalist Connie Chung, first Asian American Congressman Dalip Singh Saund, and renowned singer/activist Israel Kaʻanoʻi Kamakawiwoʻole.
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The Jade Bracelet
The Jade Bracelet is based on the author’s own experience of being the new kid at school and wanting to blend in. Now an elementary teacher, Hà Dinh encourages her immigrant students to share and honor their family’s traditions. She is a valued member of the TeachAAPI Educator Circle. Checkout her other titles: Ly-Lan and…