Sonya Sahni and the First Grade
It’s International Day!
by Soma Mandal, MD
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Pub Date Jun 13 2017 | Archive Date Aug 17 2017
Description
Sonya is torn between her roots. She was born in the USA but her parents are Indian...she desperately wants to fit in and be American. Her parents want her to embrace who she is, but Sonya feels like a misfit. This is a wonderful story about a little girl who discovers her identity and learns to appreciate who she is. A must read for any child or adult who feels different from the rest of the world.
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About the Author:
Dr. Soma Mandal is an internist in New Jersey, specializing in women's health. A native New Yorker, she attended NYU for both college and medical school. However, writing has always been a lifelong endeavor for her. Her life goal is to combine what she loves to do most: be a mother, physician and writer all in one. Mandal appeared in Inside Jersey Top Doc's edition in 2016 and is due to appear in 2017. For more information visit: sonyasahniandthefirstgrade.org
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9780999069899 |
| PRICE | $12.99 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Krystal Kavita J, Media/Journalist
This uplifting children's story was a joy to read, as were the colourful images of wonderfully diverse representation.
Producervan E, Reviewer
5 Stars. This story follows an Indian American grade school girl’s growing discomfort at being from teased about her classic Indian clothing, culture and diet. The wise teacher proposes a peaceful solution by embracing the many different cultures from which the students have come—an International Day at school. Alleviating Sonya’s discomfort and the probable unstated discomfort of other first generation American students, this subtle story resolves powerfully by defusing potential stronger acts of bullying amongst young students. Pleasantly, dramatically and colorfully illustrated by Tim Williams. Recommended for family reading time, this book shares an important message for our turbulent ti
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