Why is it that only flowers bloom? What if a duck became an egret? Why do parrots look alike but butterflies are all different? What if sea water turned sweet and rivers became salty? These wonderful questions which bubble in the curious minds of children, may not have ready or obvious answers and can at times try the patience of a teacher of parent. They spring from developing powers of observation and supple imagination, and an effort to provide inherent logic to the scheme of things that dominate the world of adults. As parents and teachers, we need to understand and match the answers to the questions which emerge from free minds and unadulterated observation. Then adults too, can share these wonderful constructs, which are in fact, the ‘truths of wonderland’. What a Wonderful World provides a generous helping of such truths- to nurture and delight the child in us all. About The Author: RAJIV TAMBE has consistently worked for children and been honoured with both State and National awards. He writes for children and teaches them using innovative methods. He also trains teachers and counsels parents. Rajiv has successfully published across the sub-genres of children’s literature. He has travelled extensively in the course of his work with NGOs and as a educational consultant for UNICEF, and as a freelance journalist – visiting schools and helping both students and teachers in the most remote, tribal areas of the state of Maharashtra, India – areas not accessible by usual road transport.He has presented papers at numerous domestic and international conferences. His methods are both unique and innovative, and emanate from his rich and varied experience, rather than academic and pedantic theories. His audiences connect naturally with him through his stories, articles, seminars, workshops, and TV shows, he joyfully reaches out to children. Few people have worked so consistently and exclusively for children. His life’s purpose is the betterment of children and to care for their emotional world. Rajiv's reach and exclusive focus is unparalleled in western India. Those who have had the chance to play the numbers and language games devised by Rajiv Tambe, have been captivated by the innovative and fun-filled experience, creating some of the most unforgettable and joyous moments of their lives. Whether you are a teacher, parent or patron, Rajiv demonstrates the unique knack of bringing out the child you once were or secretly yearned to be!