Taste of Honey: Kamala Outsmarts the Seven Thieves; A Circle Round Book

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The award-winning children's storytelling podcast, Circle Round, shares some of their most popular folktalkes in the new Circle Round book series, with each interactive book featuring a colourfully-illustrated read-aloud story accompanied by storytelling prompts that explore an important theme. A Taste of Honey, a story with roots in India, invites kids to explore the value of learning to use your smarts and develop confident problem-solving abilities. The rich, colourful illustrations of Indian illustrator Chaaya Prabhat bring to life the narration of Circle Round host and writer, Rebecca Sheir. In a village in the countryside lived a woman named Kamala who had the most delicious honey you've ever tasted. She collected honey from her hives to sell at the market, but business was slow, and she and her father were struggling to get by. Kamala knew she had to do something, so when she heard that the king's son was getting married and all the villagers were invited to the party, she got an idea. When Kamala's first plan doesn't exactly work out and seven tricky thieves try to steal from her, she has to rely on her own wits to outsmart them - and discovers a rather sweet reward. The colourful illustrations of Chaaya Prabhat, who lives in Chennai, India complement Circle Round podcast host Rebecca Sheir's original adaptation of this traditional Indian folktale. Specially designed to be read aloud and shared, the story is accompanied by questions and prompts for conversation, along with creative storytelling activities. The creators of the award-winning podcast Circle Round, produced by WBUR radio (Boston's NPR station), bring their beloved combination of folktales and storytelling activities to book form in the first branded Circle Round book series. Podcast host, Rebecca Sheir, has uncovered folktales from a broad range of traditions, all exploring timeless values, such as kindness, generosity, acceptance, and more. AGES: 5 plus AUTHOR: Rebecca Sheir is the author of the Circle Round books The Unwelcome Guest and A Taste of Honey, and the host, writer, and producer of the Circle Round storytelling podcast for kids and the grown-ups they love. SELLING POINT: . A Taste of Honey tells the story of Kamala, a beekeeper, who faces the challenge of how to get her field plowed and planted. Her creative problem-solving helps her family establish financial security and builds her self-cofindence in taking on challenges. The story is accompanied by storytelling prompts, questions, and creative activities encouraging kids to discuss the value of becoming creative problem solvers and to recount their own stories of how they have solved a problem that helped others

Reviews

"A vivid lesson about the un-fancy meaning of true friendship, told with Circle Round's inimitable whimsy." --Faith Salie, CBS Sunday Morning, Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me!

"Rebecca Sheir has a gift for creating magical, evocative worlds for children (and their grown-ups!) The storytelling power in this book will leave you delighted and inspired and entertained!" --Guy Raz, Wow in the World and How I Built This

"Whether picture book or podcast, Rebecca Sheir has a unique way of dusting off traditional folktales, making them feel fresh and modern to a new generation of kids and families. Her exquisite storytelling told with both heart and humor, and the generous offering of extension activities keep these stories resonating through imaginations long after the closing words." --Mindy Thomas, Wow in the World

"I love the respect that Rebecca and the Circle Round team have for kids. They create kind and joyful worlds for families that are always a welcome (and entertaining!) place to visit." --Lee Overtree, Story Pirates

"In a time where storytelling can be considered a lost art, Circle Round is giving the world an opportunity to gather round again. While Circle Round's books will be entertaining for kids, I imagine that the kid in all of us will find these books insightful and enjoyable too!" --Kelly Jenrette, Emmy-nominated actress and co-author of The Adventures of Jimmy the Fly

"This book is a joy to read aloud and explore with children. Fans of all ages will enjoy the vibrant illustrations and charming story, as well as the deeper message of acceptance that we all could do with remembering." --Jane Lindholm, But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

Author Bio

Rebecca Sheir is the author of the Circle Round books The Tale of the Unwelcome Guest, A Taste of Honey, and The Great Ball Game, and the host, writer, and producer of the Circle Round storytelling podcast. Distributed by WBUR (Boston's NPR station), Circle Round is heard in all 50 states and nearly 200 countries and has been featured in the New York Times, The Washington Post, and TIME. Sheir has also brought thousands of stories to life as a news reporter on public-radio shows like Morning Edition, All Things Considered, Here & Now, The Splendid Table, and Marketplace. She lives in western Massachusetts with her husband and son.
Chaaya Prabhat is a graphic designer, illustrator and lettering artist who has worked with Snapchat, Facebook, Google, and The Obama Foundation. Recipient of an M.A in Graphic Design from Savannah College of Art and Design, she works from her studio in Chennai, India. She has received awards for her portfolio and projects from Behance and Adobe.