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The story engages the senses as bangles jingle-jangle over the buttery smell of ghee as Veena kneads, rolls, turns, flips, and stacks the rotis. A colorful, child-friendly take on a complex historical subject not often seen in children's literature.―The Historical Novel Society
... simple [illustrations] show the deep emotions portrayed, from early fear to the comfort of familiar food and the joy and hope that comes with resilience. ... It will resonate with those who already have background knowledge [of Partition].―School Library Journal
About the Author
Beena Mistry is an illustrator and art director based in Toronto, Ontario. They are the web art director for Shameless Magazine and have worked on book covers, comics, zines and more. Find them online at beenamistry.com.
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars “Knead, Roll, Turn, Flip, Stack!”
Namita Mehra’s skillful, well-crafted language immediately draws the reader into the warmth of the family kitchen where Veena learns to make roti. This warmth provides a sharp contrast to the ordeal of homelessness that Veena and her family endure because of partition. Mehra deftly brings her readers on Veena’s journey, traveling with her from joy to sorrow to hope. Lovely illustrations by Beena Mistry.
5.0 out of 5 stars A story of hope and resourcefulness during the partition of India
Veena and the Red Roti: A Story of Hope During Partition shines a light on a historical event that many of us are unfamiliar with. Told through the viewpoint of young Veena, this picture book begins in a happy kitchen filled with the “warmth and words’ of the chatting women. Veena works hard to learn to make perfectly round and soft roti, an Indian flatbread. Unfortunately, when India is partitioned after independence, Veena and her family are forced to flee to a migrant camp. Life there is dismal, and Veena wants to help her family. She is resourceful and creatively figures out how to make roti, even though she doesn’t have the necessary ingredients.This is an emotional and heart-filled story which shows what one young person can do to bring joy and hope to others. Filled with sensory details and vivid illustrations, this is a book meant to be read aloud. The back matter includes a history of the partition, a glossary, and the true story of the author’s aunt who was the inspiration for this beautiful picture book.
5.0 out of 5 stars Purpose, hope and community
Veena loves helping her mother and aunties out in the kitchen of her home. She loves learning how to make perfect roti. And she loves her extended family and everything about her life. But then politics interrupts. After Veena's family drops everything and leaves in the middle of the night during the partitioning of India, they end up at a refugee camp and must start over from scratch. And while Veena's father goes off to find work, Veena watches her mother cry, processing her grief. This makes Veena determined to bring back memories of home by helping in the camp's kitchen. And through her efforts there, gives others hope. A beautiful, heart-filled story. Back matter includes historical context and a personal note from the author.
5.0 out of 5 stars A Serving of History, Heart, and Hope
VEENA AND THE RED ROTI is a powerful, heart-string-pulling, emotional piece of story-telling. Through the eyes of Veena, we learn about the impact the partition of India has on our young mc, her family, and the community she loves. In spite of challenges, sadness, and uncertainty, our hero finds a way to connect everyone to a sense of the comfort they once knew (in spite of the distance). Veena's roti is nowhere near the delicious taste of home, but she still bakes love and hope into her symbolic rounds. The author's note explains the history in more depth, adding a whole new level of emotion and meaning by detailing her personal connection to the story. The art is touching and gives a sense of a child's eye view of her confusing and changing surroundings. It is a beautiful book and I highly recommend it.
5.0 out of 5 stars POWERFUL, INSPIRING, AND FILLED WITH EMOTION
VEENA AND THE RED ROTI shares the story of a girl and her family as they flee their home during the partition of India. The text is beautifully written, and along with vibrant illustrations, makes this difficult experience accessible for young readers. There are important themes of family love, resiliency, food and traditions, and helping. This is truly a powerful book that tugs at the heartstrings but also inspires and educates at the same time. Readers will learn more about this historical time in India, and will be inspired to find out more about their family history and traditions. The author’s note explains that the book is inspired by her family’s real life story, which makes it even more poignant. I highly recommend this title for school and home bookshelves!
4.0 out of 5 stars A story of Partition from a kids point of view
The best stories are family stories, and this sweet little picture book, about a very bad time, is based on the authors' stories they have heard from their great aunts, uncles and grandparents.Veena has learned how to make roti, a round flatbread. She is very proud of that. Then Partition happens, when the UK left India, and divided it up between the Hindus and the Muslims. Suddenly, everyone had to move tho their new locations, and Veena is uprooted along, with her parents, and have to settle, for a time in a refugee camp. There, she offers to make roti, even though it is not done with wheat flour.Food is often the first memory, and the longest memory we have. To taste foods from childhood, can take us back. Veena learns to make the roti taste, as close as she can, to that she remembered from home, so that when they finally leave the refugee camp, they take this new version of flatbread, with them.I love the simple way the story is told, and how the fear and sorrow is also displayed. This is a great book to teach about Partition, as well as to teach about foods that people love.
5.0 out of 5 stars Heartfelt & beautiful
A beautiful, heartfelt story about a young girl named Veena whose Sindhi family must flee their home during the partition of India in the middle of the night. In a refugee camp, Veena misses the delicious roti she used to prepare with her aunties. The new red roti are dry and hard. Veena takes matters into her own hands, finding ways to make the red rotis special. This picture book is a gentle introduction for children to learn about a tragic time in history. The backmatter includes a glossary, a brief history of the partition of India, and an author’s note about her grandparents’ and their siblings who fled their home in Sindhi province to begin a new life in India. A beautiful addition to every home and school library.
Meaningful story with delightful illustrations
An engaging book for teaching children about the partition of India, Veena and the Red Roti focuses on themes of hope and determination during challenging times. It beautifully illustrates how simple, familiar acts like making roti together, can bring light even in the darkest moments. Rooted in tradition and family values, the story revolves around the making of red roti, set against the backdrop of the partition. It’s a wonderful introduction for young readers to this historical event, inspired by the author's grandparents’ journey during the partition in 1947.
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Imported From: United States
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Description:
Editorial Reviews
Review
The story engages the senses as bangles jingle-jangle over the buttery smell of ghee as Veena kneads, rolls, turns, flips, and stacks the rotis. A colorful, child-friendly take on a complex historical subject not often seen in children's literature.―The Historical Novel Society
... simple [illustrations] show the deep emotions portrayed, from early fear to the comfort of familiar food and the joy and hope that comes with resilience. ... It will resonate with those who already have background knowledge [of Partition].―School Library Journal
About the Author
Beena Mistry is an illustrator and art director based in Toronto, Ontario. They are the web art director for Shameless Magazine and have worked on book covers, comics, zines and more. Find them online at beenamistry.com.
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars “Knead, Roll, Turn, Flip, Stack!”
Namita Mehra’s skillful, well-crafted language immediately draws the reader into the warmth of the family kitchen where Veena learns to make roti. This warmth provides a sharp contrast to the ordeal of homelessness that Veena and her family endure because of partition. Mehra deftly brings her readers on Veena’s journey, traveling with her from joy to sorrow to hope. Lovely illustrations by Beena Mistry.
5.0 out of 5 stars A story of hope and resourcefulness during the partition of India
Veena and the Red Roti: A Story of Hope During Partition shines a light on a historical event that many of us are unfamiliar with. Told through the viewpoint of young Veena, this picture book begins in a happy kitchen filled with the “warmth and words’ of the chatting women. Veena works hard to learn to make perfectly round and soft roti, an Indian flatbread. Unfortunately, when India is partitioned after independence, Veena and her family are forced to flee to a migrant camp. Life there is dismal, and Veena wants to help her family. She is resourceful and creatively figures out how to make roti, even though she doesn’t have the necessary ingredients.This is an emotional and heart-filled story which shows what one young person can do to bring joy and hope to others. Filled with sensory details and vivid illustrations, this is a book meant to be read aloud. The back matter includes a history of the partition, a glossary, and the true story of the author’s aunt who was the inspiration for this beautiful picture book.
5.0 out of 5 stars Purpose, hope and community
Veena loves helping her mother and aunties out in the kitchen of her home. She loves learning how to make perfect roti. And she loves her extended family and everything about her life. But then politics interrupts. After Veena's family drops everything and leaves in the middle of the night during the partitioning of India, they end up at a refugee camp and must start over from scratch. And while Veena's father goes off to find work, Veena watches her mother cry, processing her grief. This makes Veena determined to bring back memories of home by helping in the camp's kitchen. And through her efforts there, gives others hope. A beautiful, heart-filled story. Back matter includes historical context and a personal note from the author.
5.0 out of 5 stars A Serving of History, Heart, and Hope
VEENA AND THE RED ROTI is a powerful, heart-string-pulling, emotional piece of story-telling. Through the eyes of Veena, we learn about the impact the partition of India has on our young mc, her family, and the community she loves. In spite of challenges, sadness, and uncertainty, our hero finds a way to connect everyone to a sense of the comfort they once knew (in spite of the distance). Veena's roti is nowhere near the delicious taste of home, but she still bakes love and hope into her symbolic rounds. The author's note explains the history in more depth, adding a whole new level of emotion and meaning by detailing her personal connection to the story. The art is touching and gives a sense of a child's eye view of her confusing and changing surroundings. It is a beautiful book and I highly recommend it.
5.0 out of 5 stars POWERFUL, INSPIRING, AND FILLED WITH EMOTION
VEENA AND THE RED ROTI shares the story of a girl and her family as they flee their home during the partition of India. The text is beautifully written, and along with vibrant illustrations, makes this difficult experience accessible for young readers. There are important themes of family love, resiliency, food and traditions, and helping. This is truly a powerful book that tugs at the heartstrings but also inspires and educates at the same time. Readers will learn more about this historical time in India, and will be inspired to find out more about their family history and traditions. The author’s note explains that the book is inspired by her family’s real life story, which makes it even more poignant. I highly recommend this title for school and home bookshelves!
4.0 out of 5 stars A story of Partition from a kids point of view
The best stories are family stories, and this sweet little picture book, about a very bad time, is based on the authors' stories they have heard from their great aunts, uncles and grandparents.Veena has learned how to make roti, a round flatbread. She is very proud of that. Then Partition happens, when the UK left India, and divided it up between the Hindus and the Muslims. Suddenly, everyone had to move tho their new locations, and Veena is uprooted along, with her parents, and have to settle, for a time in a refugee camp. There, she offers to make roti, even though it is not done with wheat flour.Food is often the first memory, and the longest memory we have. To taste foods from childhood, can take us back. Veena learns to make the roti taste, as close as she can, to that she remembered from home, so that when they finally leave the refugee camp, they take this new version of flatbread, with them.I love the simple way the story is told, and how the fear and sorrow is also displayed. This is a great book to teach about Partition, as well as to teach about foods that people love.
5.0 out of 5 stars Heartfelt & beautiful
A beautiful, heartfelt story about a young girl named Veena whose Sindhi family must flee their home during the partition of India in the middle of the night. In a refugee camp, Veena misses the delicious roti she used to prepare with her aunties. The new red roti are dry and hard. Veena takes matters into her own hands, finding ways to make the red rotis special. This picture book is a gentle introduction for children to learn about a tragic time in history. The backmatter includes a glossary, a brief history of the partition of India, and an author’s note about her grandparents’ and their siblings who fled their home in Sindhi province to begin a new life in India. A beautiful addition to every home and school library.
Meaningful story with delightful illustrations
An engaging book for teaching children about the partition of India, Veena and the Red Roti focuses on themes of hope and determination during challenging times. It beautifully illustrates how simple, familiar acts like making roti together, can bring light even in the darkest moments. Rooted in tradition and family values, the story revolves around the making of red roti, set against the backdrop of the partition. It’s a wonderful introduction for young readers to this historical event, inspired by the author's grandparents’ journey during the partition in 1947.
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