We celebrate Ganesha's birthday With so much fun and lots of fanfare.His idols are offered to the rolling seasWith ardent prayer and tender care.Lord Ganesha, loved by one and all, Is the divine son of Shiva and Parvati.And this is the story of how he andHis jumbo elephant head came to be!-Amme Tell Me- is a charming and informative series of children's books that introduces the major Hindu festivals and figures to young readers, and are perfect for families wanting to share stories of Hinduism with their children or for educators looking for resource on the Hindu culture for their students. Written in rhyme with vivid, captivating illustrations, this series brings Hindu mythology to its readers in a fun and non-preachy way. The Series has ten books on the festivals of Holi, Diwali, and on the Hindu gods Krishna, Hanuman and Ganesha.

Author Biography

Bhakti Mathur lives in Hong Kong with her husband, her two sons, and their beloved Golden Labrador. She is a banker by profession. When not writing, working or running after her boys, she is happiest curled up with a book and a hot cup of chai.