The Stolen River

By: Anoopreet Kaur Rehncy

When the village river is stolen by a greedy chief, Ajeet travels with her grandfather to the city to demand its return. What begins as one farmer's stand swells into a movement a million voices strong. But will their voices be enough to save their fields, their food, and their future?

Through rhyming verse and culturally rich imagery, The Stolen River introduces children to land and water rights, celebrates the power of people standing together, and encourages them to use their voices to create extraordinary change.

Inspired by real struggles for water rights in Punjab, this picture book empowers children to use their voices against injustice and to see how their choices can protect people and the planet. It gently models peaceful protest, patience, empathy, and collective action, helping children build positive relationships and resolve conflicts.

Featuring a Sikh grandfather and granddaughter and set against the backdrop of rural Punjab, The Stolen River offers rare, nuanced representation, bringing into view characters and everyday life that are still almost invisible in children's literature and giving readers a powerful new story to share.

Back matter includes discussion questions, an Earth-steward affirmation, and an activity to help children turn inspiration into action, making it ideal for exploring environment, fairness, and climate justice with readers ages 5-8.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1919499210
• ISBN13: 9781919499215
• Release Date: May 2028
• Publisher: Rootkeepers Press
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.1" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3