Animal Band

Join Cow and her band of farm friends as they create music with their favorite Indian instruments to put on an unforgettable concert!

On the mridangam was the camel,
“Phew” said he, the thirsty mammal!

Animal Band is a humorous, bilingual story told in verse that introduces children to the rich musical heritage of the Indian subcontinent through a story about farm animal friends who come together to make beautiful music. It’s a great way to introduce kids to new Hindi and English vocabulary on farm animals and musical instruments.

This board book can be read aloud to toddlers and preschoolers (2–4 year olds) or read independently by emerging readers (4–7 year olds).

Ambika Karandikar is an independent illustrator and trained classical dancer who loves to express herself through different mediums. She particularly enjoys illustrating for children and spending time in her garden, where she is in her natural element.

Chitwan Mittal holds a BSc in English Education from Boston University and an MA in Values in Education from the University of London. She has been involved in children’s education since 2005, and was part of the committee that established the Indian Institute of Teacher Education and the Children’s University in Gujarat, India. Both institutions are focused on experiential learning and the holistic development of children through innovative educational tools. She lives between India and Singapore with her husband and two sons, who are her constant source of inspiration.