Nowruz!

By: Zohreh Ghahremani

Published by Godwin Books, 2026-02-17

Learn more about this springtime holiday recognized by millions around the world. Nowruz means “new day” in Persian, and it’s the best time of the year to celebrate mother nature! The vernal equinox is the very first moment of spring, and once it draws closer, we know it’s time to prepare for Nowruz. For over twenty-five centuries, people from all over the globe have celebrated this holiday—including Ariana and her family. But, with Mom out of town, it’ll be up to Ariana and Dad to arrange the haft-seen and prepare for the holiday. Will they be able to get everything done in time? It’ll take the whole family coming together to make this the best Nowruz ever! Bright art and sweet text create a perfect read aloud for before, during, and long after Nowruz. Written and illustrated by the loving mother-daughter duo who created Memory Garden, this is a celebration of community you won’t want to miss.