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Acharya, Sandhya

Living Bridges: The Hidden World of India's Woven Trees

40 pp. | Simon/Beach Lane | June, 2025 | Trade ISBN 9781665950299 $19.99
(3) K-3 Illustrated by Avani Dwivedi. In the mist-covered mountains of Meghalaya, India, a boy learns to build his community’s living root bridge under his uncle’s guidance, then works to repair damage caused by human-made hazards, rallying others to preserve it. Warm digital illustrations capture the lush setting. The evocative text invites reflection on the bridge’s importance, while the back matter -- an afterword, author’s note, glossary, and bibliography --provides further insight into the ecological and cultural significance of these unique, sustainable structures.
Reviewer: Summer Edward

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