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Surya likes to sing. But he LOVES to dance.
There’s only one problem.
Surya is a boy. And boys don’t dance.
Or do they?
Paperback - ISBN 979-8-9860525-2-6
Hardback - ISBN 979-8-9860525-3-3
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"This story gently encourages readers to break free from those barriers and embrace what truly brings them joy, even if it means challenging norms or personal inhibitions. Told in simple language accompanied with beautiful illustrations, Surya’s story carries a message, not only for children, but for adults too."
"Putting people into boxes as to what they should or shouldn't do (instead of acknowledging the gifts and the talents of each one), is just so passé. Happily, this delightful book shows that all children are guided by their innermost beings, and that by supporting each one to find his or her own individual path, happiness is sure to follow."
"Such an important story about gender roles and identity. While this story is related to dance, it really can resonate and connect in many ways!"
"Surya’s fear of being teased for loving dance is something many children can relate to, making this a powerful tool for parents and teachers to open up conversations about identity, courage, assumptions."
About the Author
SUCHI SAIRAM is a daughter, wife, sister, friend, teacher, student, and maybe the silliest aunt around. She has about 100 kids, but none live at her home. They are her Bharatanatyam students, including girls AND boys! Suchi’s nearly 40-year obsession with Indian dance and music is matched by her obsession with chai. Her love for science and engineering matches her passion for art. As an immigrant brought to the United States as a baby, this unique Indian-Texan-Minnesotan-American knows what it’s like to have your feet planted firmly in multiple places and identities. | suchisairam.com
About the Illustrator
VIDYA VASUDEVAN has been a children’s book illustrator for over 18 years. Her work draws inspiration from her backgrounds in Uganda, Mozambique, India and for the past two decades, the United States. Vidya earned her Master’s in English Literature and she enjoys bringing together her love for stories and creating through her current work as both an illustrator as well as an art teacher. She lives with her husband and two children in Northern Virginia. | illustrationsbyvidya.com
