The book beautifully introduces children to the world of mangroves and then takes us on a fascinating journey through the many living beings that depend on this ecosystem.
Author: Pooja Natesh
Two close friends – Geet and Rima, full of energy and ideas, set their hearts on winning the prize at their school fest. Along the way, they face tough competition from other stalls and even have a few minor arguments.
The story opens by introducing the residents of Banian Tree Avenue, a quaint and quiet neighbourhood in Chennai, lined with leafy trees on both sides. When Kannalmozhi and her mother move in, they become the first to set up a fruit stall on the street. Soon, other vendors follow.
The story is about a train journey where not only people but also animals are traveling. Ruskin, his grandparents, and their pets—Timothy the Tiger, Popeye the Parrot, and Chips the Squirrel—are all on the Lucknow Express, going from Dehradun to Aunty Mabel’s house in Lucknow.
Meet Paru—a smart, opinionated fifth grader who is left-handed. She has moved to a new division where she has no friends, while all her old friends are in another class. Her classmates, especially her desk mate Nina, bully her for being different.
Just Like Mama is a warm, beautifully illustrated children’s book that celebrates the special bond between a mother and her child.
