Ghungroos for Gauri
$23.80
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
13 October 2026
Summary
In her debut as author-illustrator, Neha Rawat offers a story joyfully rooted in Indian traditional culture, sibling love, and multidimensional girlhood.
Gauri and her sister, Nandini, are opposites, like sunshine and shade. Gauri is rough and tumble, fond of soccer and skateboarding. Nandini is stylish, gentle, and poised. But one day, while her sister practices Bharatanatyam, Gauri hears Nandini’s ghungroos jingling. Enchanted by the tinkling ankle bells, Gauri must try the dance fo…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781536241075 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1536241075 |
| Author: | Neha Rawat |
| Publisher: | Candlewick Press,U.S. |
| Imprint: | Candlewick Press,U.S. |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 13 October 2026 |
| Weight: | 499g |
| Dimensions: | 10mm x 260mm x 270mm |
| Audience Age: | 3-7 |
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Critics Review
Rhythmic language, onomatopoeia, and energetic illustrations combine to make this title worthy of a place in most collections, especially those amplifying and celebrating South Asian heritage.
—School Library Journal
Rawat teaches a much-needed lesson: Never let fear of perfectionism hold us back from expressing ourselves. Playful onomatopoeia and repetitive rhythms infuse this tale with joy. Centering a loving South Asian family, Rawat’s dynamic digital illustrations showcase the grace and elegance of this traditional Indian dance. A gentle reminder that mistakes are just stepping stones to learning.
—Kirkus Reviews
Neha Rawat
Neha Rawat is the illustrator of several books for young readers, including What Color Is the Baby? A Celebration of Skin Tones by Harshini Vankineni and Masala Chai, Fast and Slow by Rajani LaRocca. Ghungroos for Gauri is her author-illustrator debut. A grand prize winner of the SCBWI Summer Spectacular Portfolio Showcase, Neha Rawat lives in India.
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