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4+years

Dadaji's Paintbrush

Author: Rashmi SirdeshpandeIllustrator: Ruchi Mhasane

A boy shares his life with his grandfather… buying bananas, sharing juicy mangoes, making paper boats, reading and painting together. The boy’s world turns upside down when his grandfather dies, but he finds solace, connection and expression by painting using his grandfather’s brush. Full of warmth in words and illustrations.

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  • Winner: Books For Topics 2022
  • Winner: Best Class Read-aloud
  • Rashmi Sirdeshpande is a multi-award-winning author
  • Shortlisted for the Inclusive Books for Children Awards 2024
  • Own Voice
  • South Asian representation