This story follows Durga, a curious 10-year-old girl, as she experiences a bustling day at her family's laddu shop, Laddu Vilas, during Diwali. Awakened by the aroma of freshly made laddus, she discovers her mother preparing sweets early in the morning. Intrigued, she learns from her parents about the festival's traditions and the heightened demand for laddus. Durga eagerly accompanies her father to the shop, where they arrange the trays and open to a crowd of eager customers. Throughout the day, Durga observes the trays emptying quickly and learns from her father about the economic concept of supply and demand, as festival sales far exceed regular days. By day's end, with all laddus sold, Durga reflects on the excitement of the day and shares her joy with her mother. The story concludes with Durga gaining new knowledge and cherishing her special day at Laddu Vilas.

Durga's Diwali at Laddu Vilas

Durga in a kitchen, eyes sparkling with excitement as she smells laddus being prepared

Durga woke up to the sweet smell of laddus filling the air. Her mother, Amma, was busy in the kitchen, preparing sweets for Diwali. "Why so many laddus, Amma?" Durga asked curiously. Amma smiled and said, "Diwali is a special time, and everyone loves laddus!" Durga's eyes sparkled with excitement as she thought about the day ahead.

The Aroma of Diwali

Durga sitting with her father and mother, listening intently with a look of curiosity

Durga sat with her parents, eager to learn more about Diwali. Appa explained, "Diwali is a festival of lights and sharing sweets is a big part of it." Amma added, "People come from all around to buy our special laddus for their celebrations." Durga listened carefully, realizing how important their laddu shop, Laddu Vilas, was during the festival. She felt proud to be part of such a wonderful tradition.

Learning Traditions

Durga arranging colorful laddus on a counter with a look of amazement

Durga and Appa arrived at Laddu Vilas early in the morning. They arranged the trays of colorful laddus neatly on the counter. Soon, the shop was filled with customers eager to buy the delicious sweets. Durga watched in amazement as the trays emptied quickly. Appa explained, "This is what we call supply and demand, Durga. During Diwali, everyone wants laddus!"

A Busy Day at Laddu Vilas

Durga smiling and feeling grateful, standing in a quiet shop at the end of the day

By evening, all the laddus were sold, and the shop was quiet again. Durga felt happy and tired after the busy day. She shared her excitement and new knowledge with Amma, who listened proudly. "You did well today, Durga," Amma said, hugging her daughter. Durga smiled, feeling grateful for the special day at Laddu Vilas and the memories she had made.