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"Childscape, Mediascape: Children and Media in India" is a book edited by Usha Raman and Sumana Kasturi that focuses on the role of media in the lives of children in India. The book aims to integrate cultural nuances and uniqueness into the field of media and communication research for children. It includes contributions from authors who have engaged with children and youth from diverse backgrounds in India, expanding the boundaries of childhood beyond the typical media-rich experiences of Western children. The book covers various topics such as discourse, representations, interactions, construction, and negotiation, providing a balanced view of children's agency and the role of adults in protecting and educating them. It also explores the intersection of children's religious identities and media, highlighting the need for critical media literacy education to foster interfaith dialogues. Overall, the book challenges conventional notions of childhood and amplifies marginalized voices in public discourse and academic research. [Extracted from the article]