Sona Sharma, a Friend Indeed (Sona Sharma #2)
by Chitra Soundar (Author) Jen Khatun (Illustrator)
Sona decides to run for class leader! But her friend Joy is running, too. Does Sona really want to lead, or just to win? Chitra Soundar shines a light on democracy in the latest book in this charming series.
Sona's class is excited when Miss Rao announces that there will be an election for class leader. But when Pradeep, who is always boasting, says he would be the best choice, Sona knows she doesn't want him to win. So Sona stands up and volunteers to be a candidate, too! Strangely, her best friends, Joy and Renu, don't seem happy about it--in fact, they stop talking to Sona altogether. When it turns out that Joy also wants to run for class leader, Sona doesn't know what to do. It's true that Joy has some great ideas for the class, and Sona hasn't thought much beyond stopping Pradeep from winning, but Sona entered the race first and doesn't want to drop out. With advice and support from her family, Sona realizes that no one can become a leader on their own. Readers can explore election terms and ideas along with Sona, as well as a glossary of Indian words (like bonda, a delicious South Indian doughnut) at the back.
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School Library Journal
Gr 1-3--In the third installment of the "Sona Sharma" series, Sona's class is holding an election for class president. When Pradeep, an unpopular student, becomes a candidate, Sona enters the race to prevent his victory. Her candidacy creates tension with her best friends, Joy and Renu, especially since Joy also decides to run. Amid these friendship troubles, Sona feels neglected by her family members, who are preoccupied with planning her little sister's first birthday celebration. Ultimately, Sona realizes that she doesn't genuinely want to be president; she simply wanted to prevent Pradeep's win, and she ends up supporting her friend Joy in the race. Soundar crafts a wonderfully age-appropriate narrative about the complexities of friendship and self-discovery. The text is accessible for the intended age group, and the illustrations, particularly of Sona's cherished stuffed elephant, add charm to this sweet story. The friends have brown skin. VERDICT A well-crafted tale of class elections, self-awareness, and childhood friendship; a valuable addition to any collection.--Kirsten Caldwell
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JUV030020 - Juvenile Fiction | People & Places | Asia
JUV061000 - Juvenile Fiction | Politics & Government
