My Vesak: Day of Buddha (also known as Buddha Purnima) is a beautifully illustrated picture book that helps children discover the meaning, traditions, rituals, and values behind Vesak, the most important Buddhist festival honoring the life, enlightenment, and teachings of the Buddha.
Young readers are introduced to the inspiring journey of Prince Siddhartha as he becomes the Buddha and discover how millions of Buddhists across Asia and the world celebrate Vesak through lantern festivals, temple ceremonies, flower offerings, and acts of kindness. From Japan's Hana Matsuri to Sri Lanka's colorful pandals, children explore the rich traditions that make Vesak a truly global celebration.
Perfect for families, classrooms, and libraries, My Vesak: Day of Buddha goes beyond festive celebrations to explain the relevance of Vesak in today's world, helping children understand Buddhist traditions, cultural diversity, and the timeless values of compassion, mindfulness, generosity, wisdom, and peace.
Includes downloadable educator's guide to help parents and teachers extend children's learning through engaging classroom and home activities.
| ISBN: | 9781953384454 |
| Publication date: | 4th August 2026 |
| Author: | Priya Kumari |
| Illustrator: | Urvashi Dubey |
| Publisher: | Eternal Tree Books an imprint of Eternal Tree Books LLC |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 24 pages |
| Series: | My Festival Series |
| Genres: |
Children’s picture books Children’s / Teenage general interest: Celebrations, holidays, festivals and special events Children’s / Teenage general interest: Buddhism Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Multicultural |
My Vesak: Day of Buddha (also known as Buddha Purnima) is a beautifully illustrated picture book that helps children discover the meaning, traditions, rituals, and values behind Vesak, the most important Buddhist festival honoring the life, enlightenment, and teachings of the Buddha. Young readers are introduced to the inspiring journey of Prince Siddhartha as he becomes the Buddha and discover how millions of Buddhists across Asia and the world celebrate Vesak through lantern festivals, temple ceremonies, flower offerings, and acts of kindness.
My Vesak features in the following genres: Children’s picture books, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Celebrations, holidays, festivals and special events, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Buddhism, Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Multicultural
Hardback. £11.69, down from the £12.99 cover price. Not Available.
My Vesak was written by Priya Kumari and published by Eternal Tree Books an imprint of Eternal Tree Books LLC
My Vesak has 24 pages
Yes it is part of My Festival Series series
£11.69, reduced from £12.99. Not Available.