About This Book
Reach for this book when your child expresses a budding curiosity about the world beyond their neighborhood or needs an engaging way to connect with South Asian heritage. Written from the joyful perspective of Hari Sharma, a young boy living in Old Delhi, this travelogue-style chapter book captures the sensory explosion of life in India. It balances humor and daily wonder, moving from the chaos of city traffic to the sacred traditions of a family wedding. Parents will appreciate how it humanizes a distant culture through the eyes of a relatable peer, emphasizing that while environments differ, the themes of family, celebration, and friendship are universal. It is an ideal bridge for elementary students ready to explore global citizenship through a lighthearted lens.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book handles cultural and religious practices with a direct, celebratory tone. While it mentions animals in a hospital setting, the approach is one of compassion and care. It is a secular-friendly look at religious traditions, presenting them as vibrant parts of daily life.
Ideal Reader
An 8-year-old with a 'National Geographic Kids' spirit who loves learning 'weird but true' facts and wants to know what life is like for a child on the other side of the planet.
