Raaga's Song
A Diwali Story
$35.87
- Hardcover
32 pages
- Release Date
12 March 2024
Summary
For fans of Sugar in Milk and Festival of Colors, this celebration of the Diwali holiday is interwoven with an empowering folktale that teaches the importance of being true to oneself.
Raaga has always dreamed of singing at the annual Diwali mela at the Royal Place. Ever since she was a little girl, her grandfather would tell her the story of how Lord Rama and his army slew the ten-headed demon Ravana (the story for which Diwali is celebrated today). While young Raag…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780762482245 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0762482249 |
| Author: | Navina Chhabria |
| Publisher: | Running Press,U.S. |
| Imprint: | Running Press Kids |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 32 |
| Release Date: | 12 March 2024 |
| Weight: | 96g |
| Dimensions: | 236mm x 236mm x 14mm |
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Critics Review
“In a modern folktale about courage, Chhabria leans into the Hindu mythology that underpins celebrations of Diwali across India. … Paired with a telling that explores prejudice and self-determination, colorblock art employs Indian iconography and folk art forms using a minimal, contrasting palette.”–Publishers Weekly
“A charmingly illustrated and informatively entertaining story…highly recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections.”–Midwest Book Review
“Laudably, Chhabria highlights a young girl’s insecurities in the face of colorism as well as the power of loved ones and one’s faith.”–Kirkus Reviews
“This gentle yet powerful picture book is suitable for early childhood listeners, but also for older elementary students… Recommended purchase for libraries with readers who want to learn more about the origins of Diwali and make a connection to modern-day issues.”–School Library Journal
About The Author
Navina Chhabria
Navina Chhabria grew up in India. An experienced world traveler, she is particularly drawn to stories that showcase cultural diversity and shatter gender stereotypes.
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