Monsoon

Monsoon follows a young girl in northern India as she and everyone around her eagerly waits for the monsoon rains to finally arrive after a long, hot summer. Through her eyes, readers experience the sights, smells, and sounds of a bustling Indian city holding its breath in anticipation of the life-giving rain. This book is a beautiful choice for students because its lyrical prose and rich illustrations introduce them to a culture and climate very different from their own, encouraging empathy, curiosity, and an appreciation for how nature shapes daily life around the world.

Publishing Details

Author : Uma Krishnaswami

Illustrator : Jamel Akib

Author Nationality : India

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture Book

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 32

Size: 9.8 x 8.7 inches

Year Published: 2022

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: Kindergarten

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Realistic Fiction

Theme: Culture, Nature, Seasons