The Little Big Man

by Rabindranath Tagore and illustrated by Rajiv Eipe

“The Little Big Man” by Rabindranath Tagore and illustrated by Rajiv Eipe. Published by Katha. This is book two of Tantalizing Tagore which is the set of five poems by India’s most loved poet. A good way to introduce Tagore’s works to the little ones. This is a magical poem through the eyes of a child. 

The little boy aspires to be a big man just like his father. He is eager to step into his father’s shoes. He wants to be a grown up and take up all the responsibilities that come with it. Also the things that he needn’t do anymore once he is an adult. Like he needn’t read his lessons and he can go anywhere he wants by himself. Sounds very familiar isn’t it? :) 

This poem struck the right chords for my seven year old when we read this a year ago. He does the same you see :) Wants to dress like his father and wants to do everything that he sees him doing. The illustrations are charming and complement the poem so nicely. Apt for 4+ year olds.