Chachaji’s Cup

By Uma Krishnaswami, Soumya Sitaraman
Paperback: $11.95

Neel loves listening to Chachaji’s many stories over steaming cups of tea.

Description

Neel loves listening to Chachaji’s many stories over steaming cups of tea. Chachaji’s tales of great Hindu gods and demons and of his adventures in the Indian Army leave Neel openmouthed. But it is the tale of his great-uncle’s favorite teacup that teaches Neel the most, for Chachaji’s cup holds far more than sweet, spicy masala chai. When the precious cup and Chachaji’s health both prove to be more fragile than they look, Neel knows what he must do.

Uma Krishnaswami weaves a gentle tale of family love and the power of memory, which Soumya Sitaraman brings to vivid life in her richly hued paintings. Chachaji’s Cup will captivate and comfort readers of all ages, long after the last sip.

About the Creators

Uma Krishnaswami

Uma Krishnaswami was born in India and now lives in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Her novel, Step Up to the Plate, Maria Singh, won the Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature. Uma has been nominated twice for the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award. She teaches in the MFA program in Writing for Children and Young Adults at Vermont College of Fine Arts. Visit her online at umakrishnaswami.com.

Soumya Sitaraman

Soumya Sitaraman was born in Chennai, India and developed her unique style of painting in California. Her vibrant paintings reflect elements of Shivite artistry and nature. She currently lives in Bangalore, India.

Reviews

  • "

    This is a beautifully written and illustrated story about the universal relationship between an elder and a young child. Through this relationship, Chachaji passes on his culture and history. Sitaraman's vibrant acrylic paintings work well with Krishnaswami's text.

    "

    - Multicultural Review

Paperback

  • ISBN 9780892392100
  • Price $11.95
  • Publication Date Apr 01, 2013
  • Trim Size 10.5 × 8.5 in
  • Weight 0.3125 lbs
  • Page Count 32
  • Word Count 1600
  • Hardcover

  • ISBN 9780892391783
  • Price $16.95
  • Publication Date Apr 01, 2013
  • Trim Size N/A
  • Weight 0.8125 lbs
  • Page Count 32
  • Word Count 1600
  • Interests

  • Imprint Children's Book Press
  • Audience Children
  • BISAC Category 1 JUV / Fairy Tales & Folklore / Country & Ethnic
  • BISAC Category 2 JUV / People & Places / Asia
  • BISAC Category 3 JUV / Family / Multigenerational
  • Themes Asian / Asian American / AAPI, Childhood Experiences and Memories, Conflict resolution, Empathy / Compassion, Families, Fiction, Food, Forgiveness, Friendship, Grandparents, History & Civics, Home, Identity / Self Esteem / Confidence, Immigration, Mentors, Pride, Realistic Fiction, Responsibility, Sharing & Giving
  • Reading Levels

  • Age Range Ages 6 - 9
  • Grade Range Grades 1 - 4
  • Guided Reading Q
  • ATOS Book Level 3.5
  • DRA 40
  • Interest Level Grades 1 - 4
  • Reading Level Grades 3 - 4
  • Bebop Reading Fluent
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