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Building Castles in the Air

Disha Gupta
Type: Print Book
Genre: Children, Comics & Graphic Novels
Language: English
Price: ₹450
Price: ₹450
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Description

This book comprises 24 chapters, each inspired by the author's childhood. Accompanying every chapter is an illustration that depicts the entire story, reflecting the adage, "A picture is worth a thousand words."

The stories explore various themes, including friendships, family neglect, relationships with schoolmates and teachers, and the connections formed during early childhood at home and school. A child receives love from many people and feels empowered by their support and guidance. These interactions contribute significantly to the child's social learning.

Children should read such enriching books. Nowadays, mobile devices have become a new companion for kids. While technology has its benefits, the essence of human relationships and the lessons learned from them are invaluable. We learn to live harmoniously with others through stories of friendship, where one friend's happiness brings joy to another, and one friend's suffering affects the other.

The book also delves into bonds such as those between a mother and daughter, father and daughter, and siblings. Even neighbors' children are portrayed as having sibling-like relationships. The stories depict various incidents from school, home, and the playground.

The illustrations are intentionally included to attract the next generation of children. These colorful illustrations encourage children to read more. The language of the book is simple, making it accessible to anyone with basic English knowledge. Notes explaining words borrowed from Hindi and their English meanings are provided to maintain the book's cultural roots, reflecting the culture in which the author was raised.

This book discusses numerous circumstances and learning lessons in child development. Children exhibit different behaviors in various situations, becoming resilient and learning to adapt and navigate life.

About the Author

Hailing from Jhansi, the historic city of Rani Laxmi Bai, Disha Gupta embodies the spirit of taking extraordinary steps in life. Her passion for writing began with poetry, eventually leading her to author a children’s storybook. Blessed with a creative mind, she pursued a BSc in Life Sciences from Miranda House, Delhi University, followed by an MSc in Zoology.
After her Masters, she expanded her skill set by working with Adobe Software, where she mastered the art of illustration which has helped her in creating the cute and sweet illustrations that adorn the present book Building Castles in the Air.
What does she do when she isn’t writing?
She dedicates her time to learning various languages, practising the classical dance form Kathak, and training in Karate. She firmly believes that learning is an ongoing process integral to personal growth. Her love for wildlife led her to work in fisheries, and she also served as a college lecturer for two years. Her academic excellence is demonstrated by her qualification in UGC-NET in Environmental Science and the completion of several certification courses.
Her college years were marked by active participation in NSS and NCC, where she attained the rank of CQMS and participated in numerous camps. She thrives on making new friends and keeps herself busy in diverse activities. Known for her habit of rising early and sleeping late, she strives to make the most of every moment, personifying a life of continuous learning and exploration.

Book Details

ISBN: 9781637549841
Publisher: All India Forum for English Students, Scholars and Trainers (AIFEST)
Number of Pages: 36
Dimensions: 8.27"x11.69"
Interior Pages: Full Color
Binding: Paperback (Saddle Stitched)
Availability: In Stock (Print on Demand)

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