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Some books quietly enter your home and stay longer than expected — Sneaker Paati is one of them. Watching Vihaan read this book and smile at every few pages reminded me why children’s literature is so powerful. This is the story of eight-year-old Kittu, whose life changes when his very unusual grandmother — Sneaker Paati, comes to live with him. She speaks Japanese, does headstands, wears sneakers, and most importantly, sees children for who they truly are. What I loved most is how Anita Nair brings humour, warmth, and wisdom together so effortlessly. Sneaker Paati’s bond with Kittu, her playful yet firm way of handling bullies, and the gentle life lessons woven into everyday moments felt so real and relatable — even as a parent. Bullying is a sensitive topic, especially for young readers, and Nair handles it with grace and depth. She doesn’t just show what bullying looks like, but also helps children understand why it happens and how empathy, confidence, and good habits can slowly change things. As a mom, I truly appreciate books that open doors for conversations — about kindness, courage, routines, friendships, and standing up for yourself without aggression. This book does exactly that, in a way children can understand and enjoy. If you’re looking for a heartwarming read for your child (8+), one that entertains while gently shaping values, Sneaker Paati is a beautiful pick. Highly recommended for little readers — and parents who love reading along. 💫📖

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This post was published on 16th December, 2025 by Sulata on her Instagram handle "@mommyandvihaan (Sulata Mitra)". Sulata has total 215.5K followers on Instagram and has a total of 2.5K post.This post has received 244 Likes which are lower than the average likes that Sulata gets. Sulata receives an average engagement rate of 0.94% per post on Instagram. This post has received 2 comments which are lower than the average comments that Sulata gets. Overall the engagement rate for this post was lower than the average for the profile.