Sarayu’s Museum Adventure

How would you draw yourself on paper? This simple, joyful question sends young Sarayu on an unforgettable journey of imagination, creativity, and self-discovery in Sarayu’s Museum Adventure — a beautifully illustrated story that invites children and parents alike into the vibrant world of art.

When Sarayu is asked to create a self-portrait for her class, she isn’t quite sure where to begin. So Mummy takes her to the museum — not as mere visitors, but as explorers of colour, form, and feeling. As they wander through galleries, Sarayu’s curiosity grows with every painting she sees, especially the works of the legendary artist Amrita Sher-Gil.

Through Sarayu’s eyes, children are introduced to some of Sher-Gil’s most captivating works — from her expressive self-portraits to scenes that reflect life, love, and everyday moments in vivid colour. More than just looking at art, Sarayu begins to feel it: she learns to see emotion in brushstrokes, personality in pose, and meaning in every shade. The museum becomes a space not just of paintings, but of wonder, reflection, and personal connection.

This picture book does more than share a story — it cultivates an aesthetic disposition in young readers. As Sarayu stands before each painting, children are encouraged to pause, reflect, and consider what they would see, feel, and perhaps even draw themselves. Questions like “What colours would you choose?” and “How does this painting make you feel?”become gentle invitations for children to look inward and begin their own creative conversations.

Parents will appreciate how this book:

• Introduces children to a major Indian artist in a way that is accessible, engaging, and age-appropriate.
• Encourages observation, interpretation, and emotional intelligence — key skills in early childhood development.
• Supports imaginative thinking, helping children relate art to their own experiences and self-expression.
• Fosters curiosity about culture, history, and visual storytelling, making museum visits feel exciting rather than intimidating.

Perfect for children aged 4–8, Sarayu’s Museum Adventure is ideal for bedtime reading, classroom reflection, or a shared conversation starter about art and identity. It honours the idea that every child has an inner artist — not just in how they draw, but in how they see the world.

Whether your child has ever stood in front of a painting and wondered “Why did the artist choose this colour?” or “What was she thinking?”, this book makes that curiosity blossom into wonder and self-expression.

Let Sarayu’s Museum Adventure help your child discover that art is not just something to look at — it’s something to feel, to think about, and to use as a mirror for their own imagination.