In this #OwnVoices book inspired by the author's hometown of Chennai, India, a girl explores the vibrant rainbow of delights in a southern Indian street market as she searches for a gift for her amma (mother). Endnotes explain all the items on sale and introduce readers to markets around the world.

About the Author
Meera Sriram grew up in India and moved to the U.S in 1999. An engineer in the past, she now enjoys writing, leading early literacy programs and advocating for diverse bookshelves. Meera is the author of The Yellow Suitcase and has also co-authored several books in India. She believes in the transformative power of stories and likes to write about people, places and experiences less visible in children's literature.

Mariona Cabassa studied illustration at the Massana Art School and completed her postgraduate degree at the School of Fine Arts in Strasbourg, where she also learned how to speak French. She has illustrated more than 80 books in Spain and other countries. She lives in Barcelona, Spain. This is her first project for Barefoot Books.

Reviews
"An excellent story for young readers to enhance their understanding of color and an aspect of traditional Indian culture" - School Library Journal, starred review
"A must-have for primary libraries seeking fresh material" - Foreword Reviews, starred review
"A beautiful exploration of color, a cultural touchstone, and an engaging read-aloud" - Booklist
"A culturally authentic journey" - Kirkus Reviews
"Sriram's spare, lyrical text powers an engaging narrative brimming with sensory details that make every scene come alive" - Jama's Alphabet Soup


Awards
Winner of South Asia Book Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature 2021 and Foreword Indies Silver Award Winner 2021 and Bank Street's Best Children's Book of the Year 2021. Nominated for Cybil Award Nominee 2021.



Book Information
ISBN 9781646860623
Author Meera Sriram
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Barefoot Books, Incorporated
Publisher Barefoot Books, Incorporated