Overview
A boy learns how to care for and weave the roots of the living tree bridges in his village in India in this narrative nonfiction picture book that “offers young readers insight into a positive way to sustain the environment” (School Library Journal, starred review). In the mountains of Meghalaya, India, a living bridge stands tall, connecting the land and its people with the interwoven roots of tall, wide ficus trees. The bridge is called Jingkieng Jri, and it’s alive. A little boy can’t wait to learn to weave the roots together just like the generations before him. But when he notices litter on the bridge and scars on the roots from people stealing sap, he knows Jinkieng Jri doesn’t just need shaping, it needs love. By rallying his community and even visiting tourists, the boy protects the living bridge and shares his message of care.
Full Product Details
Author: Sandhya Acharya ,
Avani Dwivedi
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Imprint: Beach Lane Books
Dimensions:
Width: 27.90cm
, Height: 1.00cm
, Length: 21.60cm
Weight: 0.424kg
ISBN: 9781665950299
ISBN 10: 1665950293
Pages: 40
Publication Date: 05 June 2025
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Not yet available
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Reviews
""A perceptive visit to a remote wonder that blends natural materials and human skills."" -- <I>Kirkus Reviews</I>
* ""By presenting an important example of a caring and concerned community effort based on Indigenous traditions along with vibrant, detailed, and interesting illustrations, this book offers young readers insight into a positive way to sustain the environment, and is highly recommended."" -- <I>School Library Journal</I>, STARRED REVIEW ""A beautiful testament that harmony between humans and nature is possible, even in trying conditions."" -- <I>Booklist</I> ""A perceptive visit to a remote wonder that blends natural materials and human skills."" -- <I>Kirkus Reviews</I>
Author Information
Sandhya Acharya grew up in India and now lives in California, with her husband and two sons. After working as a finance professional for many years, she traded spreadsheets for words. When not writing, she’s training for the next marathon, climbing a mountain, learning a form of Indian classical dance, or volunteering. She can be reached at SandhyaAcharya.com. Avani Dwivedi is an author and illustrator of picture books including her debut, My Bollywood Dream. A graduate of Maryland Institute College of Arts, Avani grew up in Navi Mumbai, India, and later moved to the states to pursue her passion of becoming an artist. Even when away from home, she held on to her most precious gems—memories of her sweet childhood, the lived experience of being a South-Asian woman, and her love for creating whimsical art. Currently, she lives in Jersey City, New Jersey.
