Down by the Mangroves
Down by the Mangroves
by Praba Ram & Sheela Preuitt
Ages 10–13Indian author
Moyna's backyard is the Sundarbans, full of herons, kingfishers and tigers. When her father is suddenly gone, friends, neighbours and family help her learn that sorrow and joy can share space.
Heads-up for parents: Death & grief. Worth reading it yourself first.
- Author
- Praba Ram & Sheela Preuitt
- Age
- Ages 10–13
- Type
- Middle Grade, Nature, Grief
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Puffin India
- In India
- Available
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