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Binding
Hardback
Age Group
6-8 Years
Language
English
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Book Summary
How The Onion Got Its Layers Is A Heartwarming Chapter Book From India's Beloved Storyteller Sudha Murty That Invites Young Readers Into The Magical World Of Beena, A Child Born Of A Boon Granted To The King And Queen Of Ul. Blending Gentle Whimsy With A Touch Of Myth, This Children's Fiction Explores The Age-Old Question Of Why Onions Have Layers Through Beena's Curious Eyes. Perfect For Beginner Readers, Families, And Classrooms, How The Onion Got Its Layers Offers Wonder, Comfort, And A Spark Of Adventure For Curious Minds.
How The Onion Got Its Layers Is Written In Accessible, Flowing Prose With Short Chapters That Help New Readers Grow Confident. Sudha Murty Weaves Storytelling With Beautiful Illustrations—Each Page A Visual Delight—Creating A Warm Reading Rhythm That Invites You To Slow Down And Savor The Moment. The Book Presents Big, Thoughtful Ideas In Kid-Friendly Terms, Turning Everyday Mysteries Into Opportunities For Learning, Empathy, And Wonder. The Gentle Pace And Magical Touches Make The Journey Feel Timeless And Inviting For Both Reluctant Readers And Seasoned Story Lovers.
After Finishing How The Onion Got Its Layers, Readers Will Carry A Sense Of Wonder, Empathy, And The Confidence To Ask Questions. It Leaves Children Inspired To Imagine, Eager To Explore More Stories With Kindness At Their Core, And Proud Of Their Growing Reading Skills.
Product Details
Author
Sudha Murty
Publisher
Puffin Books
Language
English
SKU
BK0424649
ISBN
9780143447054
Reading Age
6-8 Years
Binding
Hardback
₹ 225
Sudha Murty is an Indian educator, author, and philanthropist. She is the Founder-Chairperson of the non-profit charitable organization Infosys Foundation. She is married to the co-founder of Infosys, N. R. Narayana Murthy.
Few books manage to be both intellectually stimulating and genuinely enjoyable to read. How the Onion Got Its Layers is one of them. Sudha Murty's command of the subject is evident throughout and the presentation is superb. Highly, highly recommended.
This is exactly what a good book should do — entertain you, challenge you, and leave you feeling like the time was genuinely well spent. Sudha Murty delivers on all three counts. I've already recommended it to everyone in my office. A wonderful purchase.
Genuinely one of the best books I've read this year. Sudha Murty writes with clarity and intelligence and the ideas in How the Onion Got Its Layers are both original and immediately relevant. I came away from it thinking differently about something I thought I understood. That doesn't happen often. Highly recommended.
Outstanding in every respect. How the Onion Got Its Layers shows Sudha Murty at their very best — clear thinking, elegant writing, ideas that linger. I don't give five stars lightly but this absolutely earned them.
I picked this up on a recommendation and I'm so glad I did. Sudha Murty has produced something special here — enjoyable to read while also being genuinely substantive. The kind of book you want to press into people's hands. Five stars without any hesitation at all.