Grandma and the Great Gourd

An old woman braves a jungle, facing hungry animals. Can she outsmart them?

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32 pages· 1,518 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud

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In a quaint Indian village, Grandma receives a heartfelt letter from her daughter, urging her to visit. Embarking on a dangerous journey through the jungle, she encounters a cunning fox, a menacing bear, and a stealthy tiger. With her sharp wit as her only weapon, can Grandma navigate these perilous encounters and reach her daughter safely? This tale of courage and cleverness unfolds with vibrant illustrations, inviting readers to join Grandma on her adventurous quest.

From the publisher

Once upon a time, in a little village in India, there lived an old woman whom everyone called Grandma. She loved gardening and had the best vegetable patch in the village. One day, Grandma received a letter from her daughter, who lived on the other side of the jungle. “Please come and visit me,” said the letter. “I haven’t seen you in so long. I miss you.” And so, Grandma begins a perilous journey to the far side of the jungle. Along the way, she encounters three very hungry animals: a sly fox, an intimidating black bear, and a sleek, striped tiger. Can Grandma use her sharp wit to escape the jungle animals and make it safely home? Award-winning novelist Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s first picture book for children speaks of courage, cleverness, and most importantly, love. Her words are perfectly complemented by the rich, vibrant illustrations of Susy Pilgrim Waters.

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