A king of India had many wives but no children. After praying for a child for years, Savitri, the goddess, gave him a daughter. He names his daughter "Savitri" in honor of the goddess. When it comes time for Savitri to marry, no man seems to want her. Her father permits her to search for a husband. She finds Prince Satyavan at a hermitage, an honorable man. Unfortunately he is destined to die within the year.
This admirable Indian Princess demonstrates perseverance, determination and wit despite incredible odds!
My eight year old and I read this aloud together to support our study of Ancient India.
We may use the end pages for an art idea-rice flour designs (rangoli).
Strategy: character traits
-Borrowed from the library.
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