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Grandma and the Great Gourd: A Timeless Bengali Folktale for All Ages

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Once upon a time, in a faraway village, there lived a kind and resourceful old woman named Grandma. Grandma was known for her cleverness and her love for her community. One day, a greedy king came to the village and demanded that the villagers give him all of their food. The villagers were terrified, but Grandma had a plan.

Grandma went to her garden and picked the largest gourd she could find. She then hollowed out the gourd and filled it with delicious food. Grandma took the gourd to the king and said, "Your Majesty, I have a gift for you." The king was delighted and quickly ate all of the food in the gourd.

Grandma and the Great Gourd: A Bengali Folktale

by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5732 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	32 pages

When the king was finished, Grandma said, "Your Majesty, I have one more gift for you." Grandma then reached into the gourd and pulled out a tiny seed. "This is a magic seed," she said. "If you plant it, it will grow into a giant gourd that will feed your entire kingdom." The king was overjoyed and thanked Grandma profusely.

The king planted the seed, and it soon grew into a giant gourd. The gourd was so large that it could feed the entire kingdom for months. The king was so grateful to Grandma that he gave her all the riches he had. Grandma used her riches to help the villagers, and they all lived happily ever after.

Grandma and the Great Gourd is a timeless Bengali folktale that has been passed down through generations. This enchanting story teaches children about the importance of kindness, resourcefulness, and community. With its vibrant characters, colorful illustrations, and heartwarming message, Grandma and the Great Gourd is a must-read for children and adults alike.

About the Author

Grandma and the Great Gourd was written by [author's name]. [Author's name] is a Bengali folktale collector and author. He has written numerous books for children and adults, including [list of author's books]. [Author's name] is passionate about preserving Bengali culture and traditions. He believes that folktales are a valuable part of any culture and that they can teach children important life lessons.

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"Grandma and the Great Gourd is a delightful tale that will appeal to children of all ages. The story is well-written, the characters are engaging, and the illustrations are beautiful. I highly recommend this book." - [reviewer's name]

"Grandma and the Great Gourd is a timeless classic that deserves a place on every child's bookshelf. The story is heartwarming, the message is important, and the illustrations are simply stunning. I give this book my highest recommendation." - [reviewer's name]