Rickshaw Girl
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2007 · Est. 1.5 hour read

Rickshaw Girl

Written by Mitali Perkins · Illustrated by Jamie Hogan

A young artist's bold plan to aid her family spirals into debt, testing her courage and creativity.

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96 pages· 9,241 words· Est. 1.5 hour read· 730L
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In a vibrant Bangladeshi village, Naima, a gifted painter of traditional alpana patterns, yearns to contribute financially like her friend Saleem. Her impulsive attempt to help plunges her family into deeper debt. Faced with this crisis, Naima must harness her creativity and resourcefulness to find a solution. Can she defy tradition and save her family from financial ruin? This tale of courage and innovation explores the challenges of a changing Bangladesh, offering a glimpse into the power of art and determination. Includes a glossary of Bangla terms and insights into microfinance.

From the publisher

Naima is a talented painter of traditional alpana patterns, which Bangladeshi women and girls paint on their houses for special celebrations. But Naima is not satisfied just painting alpana. She wants to help earn money for her family, like her best friend, Saleem, does for his family. When Naima’s rash effort to help puts her family deeper in debt, she draws on her resourceful nature and her talents to bravely save the day. Includes a glossary of Bangla words and an author’s note about a changing Bangladesh and microfinance.

Awards

Jane Addams Children's Book Honor (2008)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
96
Words
9,241
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
730L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.7
F&P level
~Q
Publication
Published
February 1, 2008
First published
February 1, 2007
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781580893091
OCLC
232649199

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