RAIN HARVESTERS Paperback

Rain Harvesters by Sylvia Sikundar and Stephen Aitken is the first installment in the "Chelo! Chelo! Let’s Save the Planet" series, introducing young readers to pressing environmental issues through engaging storytelling. Set in the village of Shaktipur, where wells are drying up and crops are failing, siblings Sunita and Rakesh, along with their animal companions Mango the elephant and Jalebi the monkey, embark on a mission to save their community. As they discover methods to harvest rainwater, they confront challenges posed by a greedy land developer aiming to exploit the villagers' plight. This tale not only highlights the importance of water conservation but also touches upon broader themes like environmental degradation and community resilience. With its blend of adventure and ecological awareness, Rain Harvesters serves as both an entertaining and educational read for children aged 8 and above.