Author: Usha Uthup
Narrator: Usha Uthup
Publisher: Sky Music
Year: 2001
Language: English
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ISBN/UPC (if available): N/A
Description
Many things happen under the banyan. Weary travelers rest in its shade, wise men meditate, villagers sit together to settle disputes. They also listen to stories. This is a series of folk stories from different parts of India. The medium of "book and tape" brings alive the folktale along with the colors and music of the region. Recommended for ages 5 and up.
Magic Vessels is a story about Muthu, a poor playwright, who is helped by some enchanting tree spirits. But the story doesn't end there...... The illustrations for this book have been adapted from clay sculptures that guard villages in Tamil Nadu. The sculptures represent a fierce yet brave warrior called Ayyanar and his human and animal friends. They have huge eyes and are painted bright colors. The Ayyanar horses are said to be the largest terracotta figures in the world.
Behind all this fun is a powerful learning experience designed by educators to:
- fire your child's creativity
- develop reading and language skills
- improve concentration and attention span