Thammi’s gift

By:

Dalmia, Himani

Contributor(s):

Kuriyan, Priya [Illustrator]

Publication details: HarperCollins Children's Books, 2022. Gurugram:Description: 40p.: col. ill.; pbk; 26cmISBN:

9789356293397

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

823.92 DAL

Summary: Five-year-old Devika does not want to start at a new school. As the anxiety looms over her, she is paid a surprise visit. Her grandmother, Thammi, who became a star” two years ago, sweeps her off on a magical journey. Their adventures lead Devika to overcome her fears, as she discovers the healing power of books, libraries and doing what one loves. This book takes inspiration from the true story of pioneering Indian librarian, Bandana Sen. After creating monumental reading spaces in schools all her life, the last library she built was for her granddaughters at their home. A reassuring book for children coping with transitions like starting school or losing a grandparent. https://harpercollins.co.in/product/thammis-gift/

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Copy number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Children Collection	IIT Gandhinagar	General	823.92 DAL (Browse shelf(Opens below))	1	Available		CC1522

Includes author's introduction

Five-year-old Devika does not want to start at a new school. As the anxiety looms over her, she is paid a surprise visit. Her grandmother, Thammi, who became a star” two years ago, sweeps her off on a magical journey. Their adventures lead Devika to overcome her fears, as she discovers the healing power of books, libraries and doing what one loves.

This book takes inspiration from the true story of pioneering Indian librarian, Bandana Sen. After creating monumental reading spaces in schools all her life, the last library she built was for her granddaughters at their home.

A reassuring book for children coping with transitions like starting school or losing a grandparent.

https://harpercollins.co.in/product/thammis-gift/

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