Another such book is Indian Christmas edited by Jerry Pinto and Madhulika Liddle, which includes contributions from Easterine Kire, Hansda Sowvendra Shekhar, and Jane Borges, with poems, essays, and hymns reflecting regional celebrations, writes Reeta Ramamurthy Gupta. (Image Source: Unsplash)
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Holiday Reading: A Family Guide to Indian Culture & Togetherness

  • Creating a "reading cadence" at home during holidays is vital for children's emotional and intellectual growth and family resilience.
  • Recommended books for explaining Indian culture to children include "Festival of Colors," "Amma, Tell Me About Holi," and "The Story of Diwali."
  • Anthologies like "A Very Indian Christmas" and "Indian Christmas" feature diverse holiday-themed stories from India and the diaspora.
  • Parents reading sets an example for children, fostering family bonding, idea exchange, and intellectual development.

Why It Matters: Family reading boosts child development, cultural connection, and family resilience.

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