{"product_id":"the-race-for-rugda-story-of-a-young-girls-quest-in-jharkhand","title":"The Race For Rugda : Story Of A Young Girl's Quest In Jharkhand","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Race for Rugda: Story of a Young Girl's Quest in Jharkhand\u003c\/strong\u003e by Lesley Denise Biswas, illustrated by Anupama Ajinkya Apte, follows Savita on a determined search through the forests of Jharkhand. Her mother wants to eat rugda, and Savita sets out to collect the wild mushrooms before other people pick them all.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigned for children aged 5 and above, this Hook Books story combines short, accessible text with colourful illustrations and an engaging adventure. Along the way, young readers encounter a story rooted in the landscapes, food and everyday experiences of Jharkhand.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eSavita's simple mission becomes a race against time when interruptions repeatedly get in her way. With rugda being sought by others too, she must keep trying to reach the mushrooms before they disappear from the forest.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe story introduces young readers to a local food and the forest setting of Jharkhand through an age-appropriate narrative. Its focus on Savita's quest also creates opportunities to encounter themes of determination, family and curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs part of the Hook Books series, \u003cstrong\u003eThe Race for Rugda\u003c\/strong\u003e is positioned between picture books and early chapter books. Short sections of text and bright illustrations help make the story approachable for children beginning to read independently.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSavita's quest to collect rugda for her mother\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA forest adventure set in Jharkhand\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe race to find mushrooms before others gather them\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA child navigating unexpected interruptions along the way\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA glimpse of local food and everyday life\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShort, accessible text for beginning readers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eColourful illustrations accompanying the story\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eChildren aged 5 and above\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEarly readers beginning to read independently\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eParents and teachers looking for culturally rooted children's stories\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChildren interested in nature and Indian settings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReaders discovering the landscapes and cultures of India\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Race for Rugda\u003c\/strong\u003e offers young readers a lively quest grounded in the forests and everyday life of Jharkhand. With Savita's determination at its centre, the story combines family, nature and local culture with an accessible format designed to support children as they develop confidence in reading.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"D. Lesley Biswas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54604193038611,"sku":"BY13.5778","price":240.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/the-race-for-rugda-story-of-a-young-girls-quest-in-jharkhand","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}