Award winning author, Geeta
Dharmarajan turns a dust storm, otherwise considered boring and disruptive into
a magical journey. In her book, The Dust
Storm a little girl enjoys surging
and swirling in the storm.
Title: The Dust Storm
Published By: Katha
Story: Geeta Dharmarajan
Illustrations: Atanu Roy
Price: INR 140
What
is it about: What happens when you encounter a dust
storm? Nearly everyone shuts their eyes
or covers them to keep the dust out. We
scramble for cover. The Dust storm
however presents this phenomenon in a new light.
To find out what happens when a little girl is caught in
a dust storm read the book!
Why it stands Out:
Atanu Roy’s illustrations make a dust storm so magical and
beautiful. Geeta Dharmarajan keeps the
story simple and peppered with catchy rhymes.
The book teaches young readers about the beauty in things otherwise
considered boring. It is an excellent
early lesson in looking at things from a new perspective.
Will be best enjoyed by: All kids above 5 years will enjoy this book.
Tips for Moms and Teachers: Some activities you can link to this book are:
Get
the kids to make up their own little rhymes.
Try talking about rain, thunderstorms or even things like the sunrise
and sunset.
Talk
about the air, the atmosphere and the rainbow to make it a learning experience.
Love Ratings?
Suspense Quotient: 3
Fun Quotient: 3
Simplicity Meter: 4
Visual appeal: 5
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