Chitra Soundar is an Indian-born British writer and storyteller. She grew up surrounded by the myths and stories of India and is inspired by its diverse culture and natural beauty. Chitra has over 40 books in print worldwide and regularly goes into schools to tell stories and conduct workshops. Her books You're Safe With Me and You're Snug with Me (with illustrator Poonam Mistry) were both shortlisted for the CILIP Kate Greenway Medal.

Book Band: White (Ideal for ages 6+)
An energetic animal story, ideal for children practising their reading at home or in school.
All Sloth Bear wants to do is play with Porcupine but it's nap time in the jungle and all the other animals are sleeping. So she throws a guava at Porcupine's tree to wake him up and SPLAT! THUD! BUMP! Little Tiger gets woken up too! And Little Tiger is rather hungry...
This funny story set in the Indian jungle from storyteller Chitra Soundar is perfect for children who are learning to read by themselves and for Key Stage 1. It features illustrations from Hannah Marks and appealing characters young readers will find hard to resist.
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