THAMMI'S GIFT
Five-year-old Devika does not want to start at a new school. As the anxiety looms over her, she is paid a surprise visit. Her grandmother, Thammi, who "became a star" two years ago, sweeps her off on a magical journey. Their adventures lead Devika to overcome her fears, as she discovers the healing power of books, libraries and doing what one loves.
This book takes inspiration from the true story of pioneering Indian librarian, Bandana Sen. After creating monumental reading spaces in schools all her life, the last library she built was for her granddaughters at their home.
A reassuring book for children coping with transitions like starting school or losing a grandparent.
Autorentext
Priya Kuriyan is a children's book writer-illustrator and comics maker. She has directed educational films for Sesame Street (India) and the Children's Film Society of India (CFSI) and has illustrated numerous children's books for publishers like Tulika Books, Karadi Tales, Eklavya, HarperCollins, Scholastic and Penguin. Her work has appeared in publications like the Mint Lounge, Indian Express, Indian Quarterly and Hindu Business Line. In 2019, she won the 'Big Little Book Award' for her contribution to children's literature in India. She lives and works in Bangalore and, in her spare time, likes to make funny caricatures of its residents.