Holi - the festival of colour - is celebrated by Hindus worldwide and this book lets children discover how people around the globe celebrate this important festival and what it means to them, with age-appropriate language. The history, preparation and celebration of the festival are all visualised with beautiful photography, capturing the many ways in which this festival is marked. This approach offers children a visually arresting and diverse introduction to one of the most celebrated religious festivals.

Includes index.

What is Hinduism? -- Hindu gods and goddesses -- What is Holi? -- The legend of Holika and Prahlad -- Preparing for Holi -- The festival of colour -- Krishna and Radha -- A time for feasting -- Thinking about Holi -- Holi greeting cards.