A Clown for Tenali Rama

Two children, Basava and Sivakka, discover a magical sculptor’s hammer that transports them back to 16th-century Vijayanagara. There, they meet artists, dancers, and the witty courtier Tenali Rama. Basava is challenged to create a sculpture that makes Tenali Rama laugh, blending history, humor, and adventure. This story brings Indian history alive for young readers in a fun, imaginative way.