Cat's Diwali - Children's Picture Book by Daffodil Lane Books

Cat's Diwali by Sarah H. Paul, illustrated by Urvashi Dubey, is a charming picture book that explores Diwali through the eyes of a family pet. Cat loves to eat, play and make a mess, but how does her usual day change when the family celebrates Diwali? Through Cat's perspective, young readers discover how festive celebrations can feel to the animals who share our homes.

Recommended age: 3–6 years

Genre: Children's Picture Book, Indian Festivals, Diwali Stories, Animal Stories, Family Reading, Empathy

Why children will enjoy it:

• A relatable cat character that little animal lovers can enjoy
• Introduces Diwali traditions through a pet's point of view
• Encourages children to think about how celebrations affect animals
• Invites conversations about kindness, empathy and caring for pets
• A lovely choice for shared reading during the Diwali season

Read-alikes: The Christmas Tree Mystery by Daffodil Lane Books, There's a Leopard in My House by Vaishali Shroff, The Cat Is Not a Dog, The Dog Is Not a Cat, Try Your Best, Patrick by David Howlett, Indian festival picture books for young children

Borrow from BookJoy Library: Share this thoughtful festival story with your little reader through BookJoy Library. Members can borrow books from our curated children's collection near Kanakapura Main Road, Bangalore, or enjoy book delivery across Bangalore through our membership plans.