Diwali is a special holiday that is called the "festival of lights." It gets its name from the lamps and candles that people light to celebrate this special time of year. Learn about Diwali as you practice addition and subtraction! This nonfiction math reader builds mathematics and literacy skills, combining informational text, problem solving, and real-world connections to help first grade students explore math in a meaningful way.

Includes index.

Festival of lights -- Holiday -- The light inside -- Problem solving -- Glossary -- Index -- Answer key.