The Greatest River

Today I shared The Greatest River with my extension writers, my passionate writers who love exploring how words can move us. We paused on lines like

Heads swayed, voices connected, the earth hummed.
Ananda closed her eyes and felt the healing energy.
Maasi wept silently.
“It feels good to let it out,” she said.

We talked about how words can invoke meaning and emotions, how they make us see, feel, and almost hear what the writer is describing. This touching tale follows Ananda’s journey to the sacred Ganga river with her aunt, seeking healing for her mother. The narrative is simple yet profound, and Khoa Le’s illustrations bring the river to life with beauty and reverence.

I have never been to India, but like many, I have heard stories about the goddess Ganga and her healing waters. This book captures that spirit so vividly. Using it as a mentor text reminded us that writing is not just about telling a story. It is about choosing words that awaken vision, stir emotions, and invite the reader to feel something deep inside.