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It is Grandparents Day at school, and everyone is excited. Not little Oviyam, who is embarrassed at the thought of her schoolmates seeing her grandfather Thatha in a dhoti, a traditional wrap-around lower. She tries her best to convince him to skip the event but he insists on attending. Will Oviyam rise above her insecurities and own up to her dhoti-wearing Thatha in front of everyone? Richa Jha's light, breezy words, along with Gautam Benegal's soft playful colour palettes and vividly illustrated frames help the reader both empathise with Oviyam's fears and strongly hope for her baseless insecurities to rid her troubled mind.
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It is Grandparents Day at school, and everyone is excited. Not little Oviyam, who is embarrassed at the thought of her schoolmates seeing her grandfather Thatha in a dhoti, a traditional wrap-around lower. She tries her best to convince him to skip the event but he insists on attending. Will Oviyam rise above her insecurities and own up to her dhoti-wearing Thatha in front of everyone? Richa Jha's light, breezy words, along with Gautam Benegal's soft playful colour palettes and vividly illustrated frames help the reader both empathise with Oviyam's fears and strongly hope for her baseless insecurities to rid her troubled mind.
Book Details
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ISBN9789352120871
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Pages32
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Avg Reading Time1 hrs
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Age0-11 yrs
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Country of OriginIndia
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Customer Reviews
4.75 out of 5
Book
09/05/2023
Taran Sikka
"Thatha at School" by Richa Jha is a heartwarming and relatable story about overcoming embarrassment and embracing one's culture. Through the eyes of young Oviyam, the book beautifully portrays the bond between a grandchild and grandparent. With charming illustrations by Gautam Benegal, this book is a must-read for children and adults alike who wish to celebrate their cultural heritage and family relationships."