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Sona Sharma, Wish Me Luck

Series: Sona Sharma
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Sona Sharma, Wish Me Luck by Chitra Soundar is a delightful children's story capturing the life of young Sona Sharma, who navigates school life and its challenges. Sona finds herself in a situation that tests her luck, especially when it comes to her school sports day. With themes of friendship, family support, and determination, this heartwarming tale showcases how Sona learns to tackle hurdles with a positive attitude.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This charming children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming tales centred around family and everyday adventures. Filled with relatable challenges and endearing humour, it's perfect for young readers who appreciate stories that capture the essence of friendship, luck, and cultural celebrations. The engaging narrative and delightful illustrations are sure to captivate both kids and parents alike.

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Sona Sharma, Wish Me Luck

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Sona Sharma lives in India with her busy family, where she learns about the ups and downs of family, friendship and life.
"Warmly loving and evocative" The Guardian

Sona and her friends are excited to learn their beloved teacher, Miss Rao, is getting married – but then they panic that she might leave their school for ever after her wedding! They try all kinds of tactics, like wishing on a peacock feather and even starting a petition to keep Miss Rao. But Miss Rao's beautiful Indian wedding has a surprise in store for the girls.

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Sona Sharma, Wish Me Luck is praised for its enchanting setting in Tamil Nadu, regarded as a favourite series for younger readers. The tale is warmly appreciated for its themes of embracing change, family love, and cultural richness. It is recommended for its heartwarming narrative filled with traditional food, culture, and vibrant illustrations that depict a warm, affectionate, and generous community.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529504804

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jen Khatun
  • Illustrated by Jen Khatun

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 100g

Pages: 112

About the Author

Chitra Soundar grew up in Chennai, India. An award-winning author of more than 40 books for children, she loves writing picture books, fiction, non-fiction and verse. Chitra travels the world visiting schools and appearing at festivals to bring Indian stories to children everywhere. Chitra is the holder of two prestigious Junior Library Guild gold medals in the US. www.chitrasoundar.com

Jen Khatun's work is inspired by the natural world, the books on her shelves and the hidden magical moments found in everyday life. She says, "Being of Bangladeshi heritage meant that Chitra's stories remind me of the close bonds, traditions and memories of my family life. As a grown up, I cherish every profound life-teaching my family gifted me; they have made me who I am today."

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