Living Bridges
The Hidden World of India's Woven Trees
$33.14
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
16 September 2025
Summary
A boy learns how to care for and weave the roots of the living tree bridges in his village in India in this narrative nonfiction picture book that “offers young readers insight into a positive way to sustain the environment” (School Library Journal, starred review).
In the mountains of Meghalaya, India, a living bridge stands tall, connecting the land and its people with the interwoven roots of tall, wide ficus trees. The bridge is called Jingkieng Jri, and it’s alive. A little boy ca…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781665950299 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1665950293 |
| Author: | Sandhya Acharya, Avani Dwivedi |
| Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
| Imprint: | Beach Lane Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 16 September 2025 |
| Weight: | 424g |
| Dimensions: | 216mm x 279mm x 10mm |
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Critics Review
- “By presenting an important example of a caring and concerned community effort based on Indigenous traditions along with vibrant, detailed, and interesting illustrations, this book offers young readers insight into a positive way to sustain the environment, and is highly recommended.” – School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW“A beautiful testament that harmony between humans and nature is possible, even in trying conditions.” – Booklist“A perceptive visit to a remote wonder that blends natural materials and human skills.” – Kirkus Reviews
About The Author
Sandhya Acharya
Sandhya Acharya grew up in India and now lives in California, with her husband and two sons. After working as a finance professional for many years, she traded spreadsheets for words. When not writing, she’s training for the next marathon, climbing a mountain, learning a form of Indian classical dance, or volunteering.
Avani Dwivedi is an author and illustrator of picture books including her debut, My Bollywood Dream. A graduate of Maryland Institute College of Arts, Avani grew up in Navi Mumbai, India, and later moved to the states to pursue her passion of becoming an artist. Even when away from home, she held on to her most precious gems—memories of her sweet childhood, the lived experience of being a South-Asian woman, and her love for creating whimsical art. Currently, she lives in Jersey City, New Jersey.
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