Nowruz: A Springtime Celebration of Persian New Year

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.

Zohreh Ghahremani is an author and poet whose work is influenced by her experiences as a Middle Eastern immigrant. Formerly a children’s dentist and professor, her love of literature led her to write award-winning novels, Sky of Red Poppies and The Moon Daughter. Born in Iran, Zoe now lives, writes, and prepares an elaborate haftseen each year in San Diego, California. Her debut picture book, Memory Garden, was also illustrated by her daughter Susie Ghahremani.
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Susie Ghahremani is an award-winning illustrator. She is a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and creator of the popular gift brand Boygirlparty(R). Susie’s other books include Rosemary Long Ears, Stack the Cats, and Balance the Birds. Zohreh is her mom, and their first picture book together, Memory Garden, published in 2024. Nowruz is Susie’s favorite holiday. Please visit her online at boygirlparty.com / @boygirlparty.