🌂 Ruskin Bond - The Blue Umbrella

Key Features:

• Age Group: 6+ years

• Size: 14 x 21.5 cm

• Format: Readers

• Series: Ruskin Bond

• Pages: 64

• Materials: Paperback (PB)

Educational Objective:
To foster a love for reading through engaging storytelling and to encourage empathy, moral reasoning, and emotional development.

Skills Developed:

• Reading comprehension

• Vocabulary enrichment

• Emotional intelligence

• Moral reasoning

• Cultural awareness

Description:
Ruskin Bond’s timeless classic, The Blue Umbrella, is a heartwarming tale set in the serene hills of Garhwal. It follows the story of Binya, a young girl whose prized possession—a beautiful blue umbrella—becomes the envy of an entire village. Simple yet profound, the narrative explores themes of kindness, jealousy, and redemption, making it a perfect read for young readers.

Ideal for children aged 6 and above, this short novel encourages reflective thinking and opens doors to discussions about values, empathy, and community life. With its easy-to-follow language and rich storytelling, The Blue Umbrella is not only a literary gem but also an excellent tool for character education and reading development.