| Publisher |
HACHETTE BOOK GROUP USA |
| Publication Year |
2020 |
| ISBN-13 |
9781525301209 |
| ISBN-10 |
9781525301209 |
| Binding |
Hardcover |
| Number of Pages |
36 Pages |
| Language |
(English) |
| Weight (grms) |
435 |
This is the story of Sundar Paliwal, who is from a small Indian village ruled by ancient customs. As he grows to be a man, Sundar suffers much heartbreak and decides it is time for change to come to his village. Sundar is determined to live in a place where girls are valued as much as boys and where the land is not devastated by irresponsible mining. Sundar's plan? To celebrate the birth of every girl with the planting of 111 trees. Though many villagers resist at first, Sundar slowly gains their support. And today, there are over a quarter of a million trees in his village, providing food, water and opportunities for women to earn a living. His efforts have turned a once barren and deforested landscape into a fertile and prosperous one where girls can thrive
Rina Singh
Rina Singh has published several critically acclaimed books for children inspired by her Indian Canadian heritage, including Diwali Lights, Holi Colors and Diwali: A Festival of Lights, which was nominated for the Red Cedar Award. Grandmother School won the 2021 Christie Harris Illustrated Children's Literature Prize. Rina's own grandmother never for the chance to go to school. This book is dedicated to her memory. Rina lives in Toronto with her family.
Rina Singh
HACHETTE BOOK GROUP USA