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Rohan Murthy Has a Plan is an engaging sequel to THE KIDS IN MRS. Z’s CLASS series. Rohan is inspired by his mom’s lesson on creating a business plan and his desire to help the school fund a school garden. He gets his friends on board and can’t wait to start his business as a pet sitter. There is only one problem: he fears touching animals.
I like that Rohan is creative and motivated to be an entrepreneur. He recognizes his problem and tries hard to overcome it. However, in the end, he comes up with a way to help in a way that is more suited to his personality. The problem and solution are appropriate and the book format of quick chapters and a few illustrations make it ideal for reluctant readers or readers transitioning to chapter books. It is targeted at 7-9 year-olds but younger children would also find the story engaging if they are ready to read longer books.
This is a sequel written by a different author than the first, but there were still references and tie-ins to Emma’s story making for a seamless transition between the books. The references to Indian culture were woven throughout the plot enhancing the story and creating an inclusive story.