Kantaji Temple
Old buildings, statues and artifcats are a great way of learning about the past. The walls of Kantaji Temple are a living record of great myths, history and the stories of Krishna.
The Best Book
Ary loves books so much but there are never enough books. What if she tries creating books on her own? Ary finds out that making books take a lot of work but it’s an interesting job!
I Can Do a Small Action
Vidal cares a lot about his country’s environment. What can he do to keep his country green and beautiful?
The Pitha Book
The Pitha Book is a mini directory of pithas, or traditional rice cakes, which can be round, syrupy, colourful and fancy. You can read about a few of the pithas among over a hundred varities available across Bangladesh.
The Baisabi Festival
Asha and her family experience new ways to celebrate the Bengali new year when they travel to a different part of Bangladesh.
Where the River Monster Roams
Somenea wants to see the creature in the river very badly. She prepares a lookout to spot the creature, but what will she find? Is it what she expects?
Please Grow
Sumi wants her plants to grow, but they’re not doing so well. A lucky run-in with a real farmer leaves Sumi with many tips and tricks, and even with seeds! Will she finally be able to grow her own food?
Creatures of Old
Ever wondered what the planet was like millions of years ago? What kind of creatures roamed the earth? What trees grew in the prehistoric forests? Well, there is a way to find out—through palaeontology, a special science that is all about digging up and unscrambling clues to the past.
Commotion in the Palace
The little princess is rude to everyone who helps her. How will she ever learn to treat people kindly and with respect?
Pohela Boishakh
Find out about the Bengali calendar and the beautiful festivals and traditions that come throughout the year.
Queens of Shakrain
Queens of Shakrain is a story about the historic kite festival which takes place in Old Dhaka in the mid-winter. The residents of Old Dhaka open up their roofs to everyone and the sky fills up with colourful kites and fireworks. The story follows a girl who dreams of becoming a Queen of Shakrain.
You Don’t Understand
Selvi demands that her family do everything her way. But does Selvi really know best? Find out how Selvi learns about respect.
Sister! Sister! Where Does Thunder Come From?
Little Brother’s inquisitive mind is always full of questions for Big Sister. He knows Big Sister has all the answers, because she is always reading one big fat book or another. In this book, Little Brother wonders where thunder comes from. Is it the roaring of the angry giant who lives in the sky that …
The Humanitarian
Lahpai Seng Raw never let anything stop her. Read about her amazing courage and ability to work with everyone to bring peace in Myanmar.
Protecting the Village
When Sonia, Siku, and Atoi find a weeping tree in the mountains, they learn that their village is in danger. How will they help save their home from heavy rain?
Grandpa’s Fish Pond
Grandpa’s fish pond overflowing? But why? Could Eneng save the fish before they drifted into the river?
Rose Village
A farmer lives in a village that only grows red roses. What will happen when he plants strange seeds from a box he finds in his basement?
Ekbitte: The Boy Who Could Fit in the Palm of a Hand
A very small boy named Ekbitte wants to marry the king’s daughter. But when the king hears of it, he orders his soldiers to punish the boy.Will Ekbitte’s magical powers protect him? Will he marry the princess?
Armenians of Dhaka
Bangladesh has been host to people from many cultures and they have all left their mark. This story is about the Armenians of Dhaka who lived here a long time ago and brought with them many interesting things.
Three Cat Friends
Three cats live together in the streets, stealing food from wherever they can. But when one cat gets caught, how do they help her escape?
Mulmul and the Butterfly
Mulmul spends so much time wishing she could fly, she doesn’t pay attention to what she can do. When her friend needs her help, she realizes her strengths.
The Jealous Cloud
Whose work is more important, the cloud’s or the sun’s? Cloud becomes jealous of the praise Sun receives, so he sets out to prove himself. Will he ever learn the truth?
Hippo Wants to Dance
A happy hippo wants to dance but when she dances, she causes problems for the other animals. Will she get to dance and be happy?
Searching for the Spirit of Spring
Nkanyezi can’t wait for the Spring festival, but the people of Ndlovu have lost their spirit of celebration. She must go in search of the spirit of Spring. What will she find?