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Sasha Learns About Pongal: Educational Children Story
Paperback
Series: Sasha Explores World Cultures & Festivals, Book 12
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Dec 17 2025
Pages: 58
Weight: 0.36
Height: 0.15 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Celebrate Pongal with Sasha in this bright, kid-friendly story that brings the four-day harvest festival to life.
Children follow Sasha as she prepares for Bhogi, welcomes the Sun on Thai Pongal, shows kindness to animals on Mattu Pongal, and enjoys family time on Kaanum Pongal. Along the way, young readers learn the meaning of Pongal (to boil over), the joy of new beginnings, and the power of gratitude that overflows like the festival pot.
Perfect for ages 5-10, this book includes:
- A simple, engaging story with short sentences
- Cultural details like kolam, turmeric, sugarcane, and the famous Pongalo Pongal! moment
- Learn With Sasha fact pages, a glossary, and fun activities (kolam dots, thank-you list)
- A gentle global touch showing how families in different countries celebrate Pongal
A warm, meaningful read for families, classrooms, and cultural celebrations
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