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Every Diwali, the same question comes up: what do you give the children in the family? Sweets are finished in a day, toys break in a week and crackers are over in a minute. A book, on the other hand, is a gift a child opens again and again, long after the diyas are put away. If you are looking for Diwali gift ideas for kids that are thoughtful, useful and still exciting to unwrap, books are the answer.

In this guide we have put together the best Diwali gifts for kids by age, from soft cloth books for babies to story treasuries for ten year olds, along with gift sets in Hindi, puja books for the whole family and easy Diwali return gifts for kids. Every gift here is available to buy books online at BooksFactory with cash on delivery.

Why books make the best Diwali gift for kids

• They last: a good book is read for years and often passed on to a younger brother, sister or cousin.
• They are screen free: during the holidays, when phones and TVs are on all day, a new book gives children something calm and creative to do.
• They teach without feeling like school: stories, activity books and colouring books build reading, writing and thinking skills while children simply have fun.
• They carry our festival forward: stories of Rama, Lakshmi and Ganesha help children understand why we celebrate Diwali, not just how.
• They suit every budget: from a single colouring book to a set of ten, there is a book gift for every child on your list.

Diwali gift ideas for babies and toddlers (0 to 3 years)

Little ones explore everything with their hands and mouths, so choose books that are soft, sturdy and bright.

• Baby's First Cloth Books Complete Set (Set of 6): soft, washable cloth books on alphabets, numbers, colours, shapes, farm animals and dinosaurs. Safe to chew, crinkle and carry everywhere, which makes this one of the best Diwali gifts for kids under two.
• My First Board Books Combo (Set of 5): ABC, numbers, colours, shapes and animals in thick board pages that survive little fingers.
• Diwali Gift Set for Kids: My First Board Books of Ram, Lakshmi, Ganesha, Hanuman and Krishna: shaped board books that introduce toddlers to the gods we pray to on Diwali night. A perfect first festival gift.

Gift tip: for babies, add a short handwritten note inside the first book with the date and their first Diwali. Parents treasure it for years.

Diwali gift ideas for kids aged 3 to 5

Preschoolers love stories with pictures, anything they can colour and anything that makes them feel like a big kid getting ready for school.

• Preschool Ready Combo (Set of 5): pre-writing, early maths and fun activities that build the skills children need before they start school.
• My First Pop Up Fairy Tales Combo: Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk and Little Red Riding Hood, with pop up pages that make every story a surprise.
• Magic and Dreams Colouring Combo: unicorns, fairies and castles for the little artist in your family.
• Wild and Dino Colouring Combo: roaring dinosaurs and jungle animals for children who love big, bold pictures.
• Preschool Wall Charts Combo (Set of 5): bright wall charts for the bedroom or study corner that children learn from every day just by looking at them.

Gift tip: pair a colouring book with a new box of crayons for a gift that can be used the moment it is opened.

Diwali gift ideas for kids aged 5 to 8

This is the age when children start reading on their own, and the right gift can turn a beginner into a lifelong reader.

• Diwali Stories Combo for Kids (Set of 5): Rama, Ganesha, the Devis, Vishnu and Krishna, five illustrated story books that explain the festival through its best loved stories.
• My First 5 Minutes Fairy Tales Combo (Set of 5): short fairy tales that are just right for bedtime or for a new reader to finish alone.
• Complete Phonics Reading Kit (Set of 10): a step by step phonics series that helps children sound out words and read with confidence.
• Little Scientist Explorer Combo (Set of 5): simple science activities for curious kids who are always asking why.
• Screen-Free Puzzle Fun Combo: mazes, puzzles and brain games to keep children busy through the long holiday afternoons.

Gift tip: read the first story of a new story book together on Diwali night, after the puja. It turns the gift into a family memory.

Diwali gift ideas for kids aged 8 to 12

Older children want books that feel grown up: bigger stories, clever puzzles and ideas that make them think.

• Big Story Treasury Combo: Aesop, Panchatantra and Akbar Birbal: three classic collections packed with clever animals, witty ministers and stories with morals.
• Witty Stories of Akbar and Birbal Combo (Volumes 1 to 5): children love Birbal's quick thinking, and these stories are fun to retell to friends.
• Bhagavad Gita for Children Gift Set: the Gita explained simply, with wisdom tales that help children deal with fear, anger and hard choices.
• 101 Brain Booster Activity Combo: brain boosters, mazes and spot the difference puzzles for sharp young minds.
• Future Thinkers STEM Combo: science, logic and problem solving activities for the young engineer or inventor.
• School Project Wall Charts Combo: India map, solar system and human body charts that help with homework and school projects all year.

Gift tip: at this age, let children choose. Show them two or three options and let them pick their own Diwali book. They are far more likely to read it.

Diwali gifts for kids in Hindi

For families who want children to read and love Hindi, these sets make wonderful gifts for kids and for grandparents to read aloud.

• Diwali Kahaniyan Combo (Hindi, Set of 5): Rama, Ganesha, Devis, Dashavtaar and Krishna ki kahaniyan with colourful pictures.
• Panchatantra ki Laghu Kathayen Combo (Volumes 1 to 5): the timeless Panchatantra tales in simple Hindi.
• Akbar Aur Birbal Ki Rochak Kathayen Combo (Volumes 1 to 5): Birbal's funniest and smartest stories, in Hindi.
• Numbers, Hindi Varnmala and Shapes Wall Charts Combo: for the little ones just starting to learn their Hindi letters.

Diwali gifts for the whole family

Diwali is a family festival, and some of the best gifts are ones that everyone can share, from the children to the grandparents.

• Diwali Puja Books Combo (Hindi): Aarti Sangreh, Ganesh Chalisa, Hanuman Chalisa and more, everything the family needs for the Lakshmi Ganesh puja.
• Charitra and Chalisa Deluxe Gift Set (Hindi): the life stories and Chalisas of Shri Ganesh, Shri Hanuman and Shiv in deluxe hardbound editions. A beautiful gift for elders.
• Deluxe Spiritual Gift Set: the Bhagavad Gita, Hanuman Chalisa and stories of Ganesha in one set, ideal for gifting to a family with children.
• Illustrated Mythology Gift Set: Durga, Ganesha and Hanuman: a gift that children and parents will enjoy reading together.

You can see all our festive sets in one place on our Diwali gift books page.

Diwali return gifts for kids

Hosting a Diwali party or a puja with lots of children? Skip the plastic toys and hand out books instead. A colouring book is a cheerful, useful Diwali return gift for kids that every child can enjoy, whatever their age. Pick a mix of themes so every child finds a favourite:

• Dino Stomp Colour Party: for dinosaur fans.
• Unicorn Dreams Colour Magic: for children who love unicorns and rainbows.
• Colour the Car Carnival: for little car lovers.
• Little Astronauts Colour Space: for future space explorers.
• Jungle Pals Colour Safari: for animal lovers.
• Mazes, Dots and Colours Fun Book: for children who like puzzles as well as colouring.

Tie each book with a ribbon and tuck in a small packet of crayons, and you have a return gift that parents will actually be happy to see. You can also browse all our story books for kids for more ideas.

How to choose the right Diwali gift for a child

• Match the age, not just the price: a book that is too hard is put aside, and one that is too easy is finished in minutes. Use the age groups above as a guide.
• Think about what the child loves: dinosaurs, fairies, space, cars or animals. A book on a favourite topic is read first.
• Choose sets for bigger gifts: a set of five or ten books feels special to unwrap and keeps a child reading for months.
• Mix fun and learning: one story book with one activity or phonics book makes a balanced gift that parents appreciate too.
• Add the festival: at least one Diwali story book helps children understand what the festival means.

Order early for Diwali delivery

Books are dispatched within 3 business days and usually reach you within a week or so, depending on your city. During the festive season couriers are busier than usual, so we suggest you order your Diwali gifts at least 10 days before Diwali. Cash on delivery is available, so you pay only when the books reach your door.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good Diwali gift for kids? Books are one of the best Diwali gifts for kids because they last for years, keep children away from screens and help them learn. Story sets about Rama, Lakshmi and Ganesha also teach children the meaning of the festival.

What can I gift a 1 year old on Diwali? Soft cloth books and sturdy board books are ideal for babies. They are safe to chew, easy to hold and full of bright pictures.

What are good Diwali return gifts for kids? Colouring books with a small packet of crayons make great return gifts. They are useful, suit all ages and are far better than plastic toys.

Are there Diwali gift sets in Hindi? Yes. BooksFactory has Hindi story sets such as Diwali Kahaniyan, Panchatantra and Akbar Birbal, as well as Hindi puja books and Chalisa gift sets for the family.

Where can I buy Diwali gifts for kids online? You can buy books online at BooksFactory with cash on delivery, including Diwali story sets, activity combos, cloth books, colouring books and wall charts.

Make this Diwali a little brighter

This year, along with the mithai and the diyas, give the children in your life a gift that keeps shining after the festival is over. Pick one of these Diwali gift ideas for kids, wrap it with love and watch their faces light up. Happy Diwali, and happy reading.