"She listened to the sounds,
filling the silence of dawn -
a growl, cheer, howl...
or was it a screech, or a yawn?"
The Jungle Radio Bird Songs of India written and illustrated by Devangana Dash is a Puffin book. This children’s book brings out the musical playlist of birds in a jungle.
Gul, a little girl is intrigued by strange sound and jingle in her radio. Later she discovers and befriends an array of birds. On her walk, she finds friends who tweet, tap and talk! Some who howl and hoot, and others who play the flute. With a kee here and a kaw there, Gul discovers songs everywhere! Puzzled by the language of the birds and nature’s rich choir, she’s swept away by the sweet jungle orchestra, full of Woodpecker’s drums, Hornbill’s trumpet, Kingfisher’s blues and the tunes of many more feathered musicians.
The Jungle Radio by Devangana Dash- Book Review
The book is written in verses as Gul introduces birds to readers. The author has worked on little details that add a charisma. Like summers are ideal for birdwatching. Also, a way to identify a bird is from its song. Further, each bird mentioned is found in the Indian subcontinent making it easier. In the end, making it a relatable and enjoyable reading.
The artful simplistic and eye-catching illustrations are a delight to readers. They cover the entire page along with the appropriately sized text.
Next time the little reader is outdoors in a park or playground or vacationing in hills, this book would surely encourage them to learn about birds and appreciate them.
About the author
Devangana Dash is a Delhi-based designer, illustrator, and bookmaker. When she’s not designing books for a living, she reads, draws a little more and collects books for her dream library. For inspiration, she relies on nature (especially birds and sea turtles), picture books by her favorite artists and authors, different genres of music and a cup of chai. She has also illustrated Ayesha and the Firefish, published by Puffin Books in 2016. Her debut picture book is a little story of birds, and what they have to say.
I would definitely recommend this lovely book for pre-schoolers aged 4 years and older to introduce poems, birds and bird watching.
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Wow this book cover is so beautiful. We have a bedtime story telling session everyday so My kido will love this too.
This looks like a very cute and entertaining book for kids. Animals and jungle fascinate them so much!
The title is driving me towards the book, it is a good themed book that will introduce the sounds to toddlers. Thanks for detailed review.
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Ah such a beautiful concept. would love to read this. Is it available on Amazon?
Thanks for sharing the review for this group I am going to get this book for my daughter soon
This book sounds like a fantastic read for children, I would definitely get this for my daughter. Thanks for the review
I love the review of the book. I am sure my 3 year old would love to know more about sounds of the birds….checking this one out
Looks like the most ideal read for our precious littles dear. Loved your weave once again
Looks like an exciting book for kids. The musical effect surely is an interesting factor.
The jungle radio sound so fascinating! I have always been interested in listening to birds sounds. 🙂
This is a great review, I have been looking out for something like this for my daughter. Will get it at the earliest.
ThE Jungle radio is such a lovely looking book.I enjoyed reading your review
This looks interesting and after reading your review, I have a feeling that my toddler would love this.
That’s great.
Thanks for the review dear. My daughter is fond of reading new books. I am sure she will love it.
Oh yes. It would be a lovely book for her
thanks for the review. my daughter is 4 and will certainly consider this book for her
Hope Kenisha loves it
My son has been hooked to this book ever since we got it! It’s lovely 🙂
Agree. Illustrations are eyecatching.
Thanks for sharing the review. Karma is 4 now and we are constantly looking for new books to read to her at night. This fits the age group and sounds very interesting. 🙂
This would be ideal for Karma’s age and she would love it.
The title itself gives you the gist of the entire book. Being a pre school teacher I will definitely try reading it out to my kids.
I’m sure its going to be a fun session. Happy reading