Critical Acclaim
 
Finders Keepers? is in over 3,000 school and public libraries in the USA.

"Gorgeous illustrations and global message…a wonderful book…teaches multicultural respect, character education skills, self-esteem, tolerance, and cultural awareness…[students] wanted me to read it again immediately after I finished."
-- Learning(R) Magazine's Teacher Evaluators

"Book’s a ‘Keeper’….The book is a good introduction to India and some of its customs"
--Karen Greyer, Director of Elementary Education, Muscogee County School District, Columbus, GA

 

"Robert Arnett and illustrator Smita Turakhia marvelously depict the richness of Indian culture through visuals that almost jump off the page. His travels shed a light on India [and] also pay tribute to values he encounters and holds in high regard, [that] include integrity, respect, acceptance and inclusiveness…goals worth reaching for."
--The National Parenting Center Revie

 

"Sumptuous jewel-toned paintings with Indian motifs…[and] tantalizing travel morsels…engage readers…."
--School Library Journal

"A truly exceptional picture book treasure to share with young people"
--Midwest Book Review

"With such beautiful illustrations and story, Finders Keepers? is an excellent picture book for parents and educators seeking to introduce children to lands beyond their borders"
--ForeWord Magazine

"I learned many interesting things about India from it….They have great pictures in this book….I think other people should read it too"
--Carter Smith, 7 yrs. old, Cary, NC

"This book really provides a geography lesson, a study in ethics, and a brief insight into Indian culture... I'm in love with the brightly colored illustrations...even the youngest kids enjoy looking at the pictures"
--Books Editor, Record-Courier, Ravenna, OH

"We need a book like this [Finders Keepers?] in the collection."
--Robin Pennock, Chief Academic Officer, Muscogee County School District, Columbus, GA

"Finders Keepers? is a wonderful true story of love, family, honesty, and integrity. It is so timely and refreshing to read a story that espouses these principles and sends a reminder to all who read the book that a civilized society is dependent on such. Our school libraries will be much richer because of this addition."
--Barbara Nicholson, Co-founder, Attachment Parenting International, Nashville, TN

"An exceptionally well written book for all ages"
--James Sellman, M.D., Child, Adolescent, Adult Psychiatry & Integrative Medicine, Richmond, VA

"Finders Keepers? is a wonderful journey for children….This personal experience provides a meaningful way to better understand people of a different land.  The lesson shared transcends all cultures and religions and is needed now more than ever."
--Connie Swanzer and Judith Everitt, Librarians, Hillsborough High School, Hillsborough, NJ

"We have read and re-read the book"
--Jeanne Ansehl, St. Louis, MO

"Seldom do I come across a children's book that catches my eye, captures the heart, and lets my imagination run wild"
--Nadia Ahmad, Civil Defense Attorney, Riverview, FL

"I took this book to school for "show and share". All my friends and teachers enjoyed the stories and the nice pictures"
--Advaith Rao, 10 yrs. old. Omaha, NE

"If you're looking for a simple yet powerful way to express to your young children the high value of loving and respecting one another and doing the right thing, then this is the book for you!"
--Veena S. Agarwal, Morris Plains, NJ

"A warm and touching tale for a reader of any age. This colorful glimpse into India's diverse landscape, culture, and daily life is bound to delight as well as educate the reader."
--Prem Kumar, Founder/Director, Indian American Education Foundation, Seattle, WA

 
 
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