The Great Toy Debate

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Book Details

• Author: Sudha G Tilak

• Language: English

• Binding: Paperback

• Pages: 40

• ISBN: 9789389136968

• Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.7 x 0.6 inches

• Release Date: 10-10-2023

About the Book
In The Great Toy Debate, Gudiya, the cloth doll, and her friends embark on a fascinating journey to Kolkata right during the grand Durga Puja festivities. It’s Gudiya’s first time in the big city, and she’s in awe of the tall buildings, busy streets, and the neon-lit toy shops. As Gudiya and her companions, including a terracotta horse and shola dolls, explore the city, they encounter factory-made toys like Bettys, teddies, and action figures. What follows is an exciting and thought-provoking debate about the differences between lovingly handcrafted toys and their mass-produced counterparts.

As they discuss their origins, purposes, and lives, the question arises: Can these two very different worlds—handmade toys versus factory-made toys—ever find common ground? Will Gudiya and her friends ever befriend the stylish and somewhat mean Bettys, teddies, and action figures? This engaging and imaginative story introduces young readers to the world of toys, creativity, and the beauty of craftsmanship.

Written by Sudha G Tilak, a journalist with over 20 years of experience, this delightful story is filled with colorful characters and thought-provoking themes. With illustrations by Rupak Neogy, a talented self-taught artist and art director, this book will charm children while introducing them to the value of handmade creations. Sudha G Tilak’s The Great Toy Debate is a perfect read for young minds curious about creativity, traditions, and friendship.