Finders Keepers? (India Unveiled Childrens Series, 1) |  | Author: Robert A. Arnett
Creator: Smita Turakhia
Publisher: Atman Press
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Rating:  11 reviews
Sales Rank: 78599
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1st
Reading Level: Ages 4-8
Pages: 34
Number Of Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 11.2 x 9 x 0.4
ISBN: 0965290026
Dewey Decimal Number: 170
EAN: 9780965290029
ASIN: 0965290026
Publication Date: October 15, 2003
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Product Description
Timeless and universal values of honesty, respect, doing the right thing, and brotherhood are emphasized in this vividly illustrated absorbing book set in India. This charming book has earned several literary awards including a Mom's Choice Award for Best Educational Picture Book, a Benjamin Franklin Silver Award for Best Multicultural Book, two Independent Publisher's Awards, and The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval. The charming true story set in India is about a boy who found the author's wallet and could not understand why he should be rewarded for returning to the author what was his. The concept of accepting a reward for doing the right thing made no sense to him! The delightful, vividly colorful illustrations take children on a picturesque, fun-filled journey through the exotic land. Though the setting is in India, the message is timeless and universal. With such beautiful illustrations and story, Finders Keepers? is an excellent picture book for parents and educators seeking to introduce children to lands beyond their borders. A great character education and a multicultural book.
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Wonderful book! December 20, 2008
S. Joshi
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The book has a simple yet interesting story and beautiful illustrations that depict the magnificent culture of India. It brings to the reader the values that are engraved in the hearts of Indian people:
Do what you ought to do, what is righteous.
Consider every person, every living being a part of your family.
Don't run in pursuit of material things.
Understand that there is God in the heart of every person.
The Joys of India for Children December 13, 2008
Oliver (Cleveland, Ohio USA)
Finders Keepers is a pleasant, informative, educational and well illustrated introduction to India, its culture and its religions for children. It is based on the author's personal experiences while traveling through India. Both parents and children should find it interesting. I know two toddlers for whom Finders Keepers has replaced the Teddy Bear. They love the illustrations and know the story, although they are not yet able to read. The values imparted by the story provide a good foundation for their future.
Excellent for children of all ages November 26, 2007
Miguel P. Sastre (San Juan, Puerto Rico)
Finders Keepers? is an excellently written book aimed at children of all ages. Its illustrations are top-quality, very colorful and go along very well with the story. The book carries a deep message about what is the correct and most spiritual way to act according to one's conscience. If everybody would be acting according to the principles exposed in this book, we would definitely be living in a better world. I recommend this book to anyone.
BEAUTIFUL illustrations December 29, 2005
MLPlayfair (Ravenna, OH)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
"Finders Keepers?" by Robert Arnett has been honored with the Benjamin Franklin Silver Award of the Publishers Marketing Association for Best Multicultural Book of the Year, the Independent Publisher Outstanding Book of the Year, and the Seal of Approval of the National Parenting Center. This book is better for school-age children, as it really provides a geography lesson, a study in ethics and a brief insight into Indian culture.
The book tells the true story of an experience the author had while traveling through India. He had just bought some postcards when a young Indian boy tapped him on the elbow and held out Arnett's wallet, which the boy had picked up when the author accidentally dropped it. The man thanked him and offered him a reward, but the boy refused to take any money, insisting that he should not be rewarded just for doing the right thing.
I'm in LOVE with the brightly colored illustrations by Indian-born Smita Turakhia, who said she was inspired by memories of the place where she spent her childhood. In fact, even the youngest kids enjoy looking at the pictures, so I skip some of the more technical stuff when I read it to them.
Smiple and Inspiring May 11, 2004
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
My mom got this book for me and I love it.I shared with whole class and my teacher read the book to us. They liked the meaning of NAMASTE and the colourful pictures.
My favorite part is the honest boy who teaches you honesty in a very simple way.
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