Ekki Dokki: An Indian Folktale  (English, Paperback, Sandhya Rao)

This is a tale about two sisters from which you can learn. The story revolves around Ekkesvali and Dhonkesvali.

Summary of the Book

Ekki Dokki: An Indian Folktale is a story about two sisters. Ekkesvali has one strand of hair on her head and her sister, Dhonkesvali, has two. One day, they travel through a jungle and happen to meet an old woman who lives in the middle of the lonely forest. This meeting is the beginning of their adventures. The book delivers a very strong message for children on developing a caring attitude towards other beings. It contains many illustrations and colourful sketching. It also contains unique learning pointers in every page.

About Sandhya Rao

Sandhya Rao is a Senior Editor at Tulika Publishers. She is considered to be one of the finest writers in India today and her books have won her many awards and accolades. The United States Board for Books for Young People chose My Mother’s Sari, a book authored by her, as an Outstanding International Book for Books for Young People and the Children’s Book Counsel.