This Is Who I Am

About this book

A little girl describes what it’s like to have a foot in two worlds – to be from the UK and India, through her extended family. 

She is temple bells and flower garlands. She is wriggly toes in bright wellies. She is every page of a shared history. She is a vibrant tapestry. She is herself. 

Rashmi Sirdeshpande’s poetic words are complemented perfectly by the soft, stunning illustrations of Ruchi Mhasane. This is a beautiful, important picture book that will speak to all those who’ve been asked where they’re from. 

It’s a celebration of both heritages, both cultures, and of the special mix of these in the little girl. 

There are many children in the UK with family backgrounds from across the world, and this would be a lovely book to share with them, to encourage pride in their heritage. Every child would enjoy reading this.