These bilingual picture books teach immigrant kids to stay connected to their roots

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“It encourages bilingual learning naturally, while also building a bridge between home and school languages, for expat children,” Shekar said. These moments are incredibly moving for me as a writer.”Her multicultural books in multiple languages provide representation and inclusivity. For diasporic children, this not only helps maintain their mother tongues but also sparks curiosity to learn new Indian languages. She donates copies of her books to rural schools, orphanages, and “books on wheels” libraries in India, New Zealand and Australia. As for future books, Shekar wants to explore diverse stories set in New Zealand with Indian and Kiwi characters.