Dedicated to children everywhere, to my elder daughter Saanjali who was my inspiration when the book was written, and to my younger daughter, Anushri to whom I hope My First Book of Krishna Stories will be an inspiration.

Though this book is entitled My First Book of Krishna Stories, it contains no individual stories in the traditional sense and therefore it contains no Table of Contents listing “stories”. Each page contains a simple rhyming couplet – a tiny bud - that, together with the child-like illustration, recreates an entire event in the life of young Krishna, and it is left to the adult to unfold the bud, expand the couplet, add details to the story depending on the curiosity and cognitive level of the child. Some children will unconsciously learn the lines because rhyme automatically facilitates this, some children will ask questions and seek more knowledge, their curiosity ignited not only by the mere succinctness of the words but also by the vividness of each illustration which speaks volumes to the inquiring mind of the young child. Using this alternative approach to interactive reading, the bud unfolds, the story expands and the child’s knowledge blossoms. The word guide at the back makes this book very user-friendly and facilitates understanding - even by the reader not previously acquainted with the story of Lord Krishna.

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Excerpts:

Many years ago, God came to Earth to fight against evil.

It was time for Him to save His people.

Playful little Krishna reached the pots above.

Time for the butter and curds the maakhan chor so loved!

Little children, sing your bhajans! Pray every day!

Love the Lord! Bow to God! Say “Jai Krishna Haray!”

Sandra Gajraj-Maharaj is a former teacher, and holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree (Hons.), a Masters Degree and a Diploma in Education. In addition to writing the series of children’s books entitled The Saanjali Collection, she has written A Study Guide to the "Jumbie Bird" (Longman Caribbean Writers) [Paperback] - a reference book for secondary/high school and first-year university students of West Indian Literature. She is involved in cultural activities and believes that adults have a responsibility to lay a positive foundation for young people by empowering them and equipping them with the knowledge and skills they need to realize their dreams, fulfill their potential and attain self-actualization.