Lights in the Water
Lights in the Water
Level 1
Young or Old?
A little boy is old enough to tie his shoes, but too young to help his father paint the house. He is old enough to feed himself, but too young to help his mother cook. Is he too young, or too old?
What Type Of Teeth?
Some animals have sharp teeth for biting. Other animals have flat teeth for grinding. Some animals don’t have any teeth. What about you?
Who Can Fly without Wings?
Tithi, Anu and Kushum don’t need wings to fly like birds or dragonflies or butterflies. Through the power of play and imaginary wings, they soar as high as a kite or a cluster of clouds.
The Wood Carver
Mata lives in the Trobriand Islands. He carves wood. Read how he makes a big bowl. Mata is proud of his bowl and his culture.
Trees
Why do we need trees? What parts of a tree do we use to make things? Do you have a favourite tree?
Transport
Read about different types of transport. A family travel by boat, plane and bus. Where do you think they are going?
Watch Out! The Tiger is Here!
When a tiger moves through the forest, all the animals and birds know! Listen to the different alarm calls that warn everyone in the forest that the tiger is here.
The Lost Duckling
Tharul wants to help a lost and injured duckling. He takes the duckling home but they only find more trouble there!
The Royal Toothache
Even the king of the jungle must keep his teeth clean. Read this sweet story about who taught him this important lesson.
The Three Little Kittens
Three little kittens are afraid of the neighbourhood dog. He really wants to play with them, but whenever they see him they run away! Why do you think they are so scared of him?
The Peacock Who Wished to Fly
Peacock is sad. He wants to be able to fly like the other birds. What happens when he starts collecting feathers?
The New Boy
The new boy has a disability. Some children laugh. Manu cannot kick a ball but there is something he can do. What makes the children shout and cheer?
Thambu’s Kite
Thambu loves flying his kite. One day, the string breaks while Thambu is flying it. What will Thambu do?
Tall and Short
Can you tell which family members are tall and which are short? This book demonstrates the concept of opposites— tall and short— through the members of a child’s family.