Age: Toddler-Preschool
Art: Crafting, bracelet making
Family: 2 sisters and 1 brother
Identity: native and worldwide Indian
Song: Frere Jaques

A mother and son team adapt this common French song to celebrate Raksha Bandhan, an Indian festival in which brothers and sisters celebrate their love and respect for each other through gift giving. The book concludes with a world map of brothers and sisters across the globe, highlighting another form of connection between people that share a cultural bond to India.

Oftentimes celebrated in August, this would be an excellent book to share during units on family, Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (May),and artistic expressions and can easily be followed with a beading craft. The familiar song and contemporary, bold artwork will make this very appealing for toddlers and infants.