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In this #OwnVoices book inspired by the author’s hometown of Chennai, India, a girl explores the vibrant rainbow of delights in a southern Indian street market as she searches for a gift for her amma (mother). Endnotes explain all the items on sale and introduce readers to markets around the world.

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★ "An excellent story for young readers to enhance their understanding of color and an aspect of traditional Indian culture" – School Library Journal, starred review
★ "A must-have for primary libraries seeking fresh material" – Foreword Reviews, starred review
"A beautiful exploration of color, a cultural touchstone, and an engaging read-aloud" – Booklist
"A culturally authentic journey" – Kirkus Reviews
“Sriram’s spare, lyrical text powers an engaging narrative brimming with sensory details that make every scene come alive” – Jama’s Alphabet Soup

A Gift for Amma: Market Day in India

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    A Paperback / softback by Meera Sriram, Mariona Cabassa

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      Publisher: Barefoot Books, Incorporated
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 21/08/2020
      ISBN13: 9781646860623, 978-1646860623
      ISBN10: 1646860624

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      In this #OwnVoices book inspired by the author’s hometown of Chennai, India, a girl explores the vibrant rainbow of delights in a southern Indian street market as she searches for a gift for her amma (mother). Endnotes explain all the items on sale and introduce readers to markets around the world.

      Trade Review
      ★ "An excellent story for young readers to enhance their understanding of color and an aspect of traditional Indian culture" – School Library Journal, starred review
      ★ "A must-have for primary libraries seeking fresh material" – Foreword Reviews, starred review
      "A beautiful exploration of color, a cultural touchstone, and an engaging read-aloud" – Booklist
      "A culturally authentic journey" – Kirkus Reviews
      “Sriram’s spare, lyrical text powers an engaging narrative brimming with sensory details that make every scene come alive” – Jama’s Alphabet Soup

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