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Chitra Soundar
Farmer Falgu travels to the Kumbh Mela, a large festival in Allahabad, India. There is much to see at the gathering, but Falgu repeatedly does not get what he wants. Along the way, the kindhearted farmer keeps stopping to lend a hand. The story follows his festival journey through a vibrant Indian city, with deeply colored digital illustrations and back matter.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Farmer Falgu Goes to the MarketChitra SoundarFarmer Falgu loads eggs, onions, and tomatoes onto his cart for a trip to market. The ride along a rickety road brings unexpected difficulties and upends his plan. As problems arise on the way, Falgu must work out how to get himself out of the trouble surrounding the journey. The destination remains the market, where he intends to sell his produce.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
You’re Safe with MeChitra SoundarNight has come to the Indian forest, but its baby animals are unable to sleep. Wind, thunder, and rain make them uneasy. Mama Elephant comforts the young animals with hugs and reassuring words, telling them they will be safe as they rest. Set beneath the moon and stars, the story follows her efforts to soothe the forest animals through a stormy bedtime and help them settle down.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
A Parade of ElephantsKevin HenkesFive small, brightly colored elephants travel together in a line from morning until night. Their march takes them up and down, under and over, and around and around, introducing ideas of direction and movement through their route. The elephants remain together through the day before ending with a trumpet and going to sleep at night.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 47LATOS Book Level 0.9On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details