About the Book: Sunshine in the Monsoons
With illustrations by Archana Sreenivasan, Tina Athaides Sunshine in the
Monsoons is a moving grandmother/grandchild picture book that reminds us to look
for the silver lining in even the biggest storm clouds.
Every year, the rainy season rolls into Miras town. For days and days during
these monsoons, the sun hides behind thick clouds. Thunder booms. Rain pours.
The bright and colorful neighborhood turns gray.
With her grandmother, Avó, Mira used to know how to find the sunshine in the
monsoons. But this year, Avó has to stay indoors.
With her brother, Pran,