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Storyteller Chitra Soundar has adapted this flood story from one told in Kerala in southern India.
Pattan and his wife Kanni grow food which they share with all living creatures. An ailing plant that he nurtures becomes a huge and splendid pumpkin which provides rescue and shelter when dark clouds gather and a flood threatens human, animal and plant life. Frané Lessac’s vibrant illustrations in a naïve art style complement this story relating to a seemingly simple lifestyle which has global as well as local implications.
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Chitra Soundar Press Reviews
While the vibrant full-bled illustrations make the book a wonderful selection for a readaloud, it also lends itself to being shared in a small group of readers. A thoroughly detailed author's note provides important source information, including details about the folktale's geographic and cultural roots. - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
This picture book is a visual delight with vibrant illustrations and an appealingly childlike painterly style richly coloured and full of detail. - Books for Keeps 5 star review
For a book celebrating the Indian version of the flood story, look no further than Pattan's Pumpkin. - Armadillo
The text is easy to read, is humorous and has a soft, gentle tone that will soothe young readers at bedtime and have them happily dozing in no time at all. A beautiful book and the perfect addition to our picture book home library. - London Mums - Book of the Week
Frane Lessac's naive style illustrations are a kaleidoscope of colour and the playful expressions of the animals inject humour into the straightforward, direct narrative. A must for primary classrooms; why not try sharing it around harvest time. - Red Reading Hub
A brilliant traditional 'flood tale' from India, beautifully retold and presented. - Read It, Daddy
The illustrations are striking and vibrant, and the colour palette is so rich that the images practically leap off the page. A sweet tale for readers aged 4-8 years. The text is easy to read and has a soft, gentle tone that will soothe young readers at bedtime and have them happily dozing in no time at all. A beautiful book and the perfect addition to your picture book library. - BuzzWords Books
The vivid and striking illustrations by Frane Lessac bring the story to life with dramatic detail and lovely depictions of people and animals. Beautifully told, this reads aloud to perfection and is an interesting addition to a library of myths and legends. - Parents in Touch
About Chitra Soundar
Chitra Soundar is an Indian-born British writer and storyteller. She is the author of over 40 books for children, including the award-winning picture books You’re Safe with Me and You’re Snug with Me, illustrated by Poonam Mistry. Chitra has lived in more than three countries and has published in Asia, North America and Europe. As well as writing books, she is a speaker, oral storyteller and toe-dipper in writing for the small screen. Her stories are inspired by her close-knit family, her growing up in India filled with epics and folktales, play-acting and her travels around the world.
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