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In Andal’s House

house.jpgIn Andal’s House by Gloria Whelan, illustrations by Amanda Hall (Sleeping Bear Press, 2013). As a young boy in Gujarat, Kumar sometimes feels like he lives in two worlds. The old world where people and their choices are determined by prejudice and bigotry; and the modern world: in this world Kumar can be friends with whomever he chooses and his future looks bright. (Grades K-3)

Award Status: Highly Commended, 2014

Author: Gloria Whelan

Illustrator: Amanda Hall

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