  | Sona Sharma, a friend indeed (Sona Sharma) Author: Soundar, Chitra | |
| Price: $22.38 | ||
Summary:
When Pradeep, who is always boasting, says he would be the best choice to be elected for class leader, Sona knows she doesn't want him to win. So Sona stands up and volunteers to be a candidate, too! Strangely, her best friends, Joy and Renu, don't seem happy about it, in fact, they stop talking to Sona altogether. When it turns out that Joy also wants to run for class leader, Sona doesn't know what to do.
| Illustrator: | Khatun, Jen |
Reviews:
School Library Journal (10/01/24)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 10/01/2024 Gr 1–3—In the third installment of the "Sona Sharma" series, Sona's class is holding an election for class president. When Pradeep, an unpopular student, becomes a candidate, Sona enters the race to prevent his victory. Her candidacy creates tension with her best friends, Joy and Renu, especially since Joy also decides to run. Amid these friendship troubles, Sona feels neglected by her family members, who are preoccupied with planning her little sister's first birthday celebration. Ultimately, Sona realizes that she doesn't genuinely want to be president; she simply wanted to prevent Pradeep's win, and she ends up supporting her friend Joy in the race. Soundar crafts a wonderfully age-appropriate narrative about the complexities of friendship and self-discovery. The text is accessible for the intended age group, and the illustrations, particularly of Sona's cherished stuffed elephant, add charm to this sweet story. The friends have brown skin. VERDICT A well-crafted tale of class elections, self-awareness, and childhood friendship; a valuable addition to any collection.—Kirsten Caldwell - Copyright 2024 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
