{"product_id":"9788197496967","title":"Shibhi Alter Quills The Hunger Little Porcupine","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a children’s picture book that blends gentle adventure with themes of friendship and sharing. The story follows a small porcupine who wakes at dusk and, with a circle of forest friends, sets off in search of food to quiet a growling tummy. Designed for early readers ages 4–8, the tone is warm, adventurous, and quietly suspenseful, inviting curiosity about the world and the bravery of teamwork.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThrough story-led narration and lush illustrations, readers journey from the Himalayan foothills into moonlit woods as the friends gather tubers, loquats, mushrooms, and wild strawberries. A lurking leopard adds tension, but the group’s cooperation and generosity keep hope alive. The book balances excitement with comforting moments, making it perfect for shared reading and quiet evenings alike.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe illustrations bring the landscape to life with atmospheric scenes of rhododendron groves and fields of vivid flora, guiding readers through every step of the night-time trek. The narrative’s rhythm supports early literacy, while the emotional beats—caution, courage, and care for one another—offer meaningful takeaways that families can discuss together.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA quest for diverse forest foods (tubers, loquats, mushrooms, wild strawberries)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCentral messages of friendship, sharing, and teamwork\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLush, atmospheric illustrations of Himalayan foothills and forest life\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRead-aloud friendly with short, accessible text for early readers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA gentle sense of suspense featuring a lurking leopard, resolved through bravery and cooperation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders finish with a warm sense of belonging and confidence to face small fears, plus a curiosity about nature and a lasting appreciation for friends and shared meals. This story lingers in the heart, inviting reflection on kindness, community, and the joys of everyday adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540686745817,"sku":"BK0516280","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/81CYbHNuvZL._SL1500.jpg?v=1779260481","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9788197496967","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}