Walker Stories My Dad, the Hero

T is a cherished member of a happy family, and he adores every aspect of their life together, particularly his clever dad. His father is a taxi driver and possesses a remarkable skill for crafting things out of wood. When T's teacher arranges for his dad to visit school and discuss his occupation, T should be brimming with pride. However, there's a concern - his dad doesn't speak English. T is consumed with worry about what to do. Is his teacher aware of this? Will he be ridiculed because his dad only speaks Bengali?

T grapples with these concerns, but he soon learns that his dad is far more resourceful than he ever imagined. Against all odds, his father decides to come to school and delivers an astonishing puppet show that leaves everyone in awe. T comes to understand that being just like everyone else isn't the most important thing. His dad, who speaks Bengali and is uniquely talented, is truly a hero.