Maari – A Gift from the Skies
Maari – A Gift from the Skies
Ages 4–8Indian author
Heat waves have left Kanmani's Tamil Nadu village burnt and bare, yet everyone is getting ready for a festival, with decorated pots, bright silk saris and the beat of the parai drum. A story about finding safety in community, calm in chaos, and the gentle empathy of nature.
- Author
- Anusha Veluswamy
- Age
- Ages 4–8
- Type
- Community, Nature, Picture Book
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- The Little Dipper Publishing
- In India
- Available
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