Description
Confined to a wheelchair, a Pakistani boy dreams of claiming the sky during Basant, the annual spring kite festival, and of being “king for a day” by capturing the most kites. As he navigates the challenges of his everyday life and the excitement of the festival, his determination turns a simple contest into a celebration of joy, independence, and community. Written with warmth and accessibility, this story explores themes of resilience, belonging, and the ways small victories can feel monumental. An afterword adds context about Basant, deepening the reader’s understanding of the tradition behind the celebration.
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paperback
Lee & Low Books
Published Jan 1, 2013
ISBN: 9781600606595
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First Published
2014
Language
eng
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