Lakshmi’s Little Bird is a heartwarming picture book that beautifully explores themes of acceptance and finding unexpected friendships. The story centres around Lakshmi, a cow who yearns for a special friend of her own—a bird she can call her ‘pakshi’.
In her pastoral world, every other cow has a bird buddy—a fact Lakshmi’s mother has emphasized upon, making her desire even stronger. Despite Lakshmi’s hopeful waiting and the arrival of many birds, none of them stay. Each visitor flutters by without forming the lasting bond Lakshmi dreams of. Yet, with a skip in her step and a twinkle in her eye, she remains optimistic and patient.