Level 4
The Scavenger Hunt
Lajjo has to find all the items on her list in order to win Daadu’s game. The family is puzzled. Why is Daadu sending Lajjo on a scavenger hunt in the middle of a crisis?
Turtle Story
Under cover of darkness, baby olive ridley turtles hatch from sun-warmed eggs on remote beaches. One of them, the little hatchling who is the narrator of our story, is delighted to make it across the beach and into the ocean without losing her way or being captured by predators. But can our little olive ridley …
The Plan of the Cunning Fox
A cunning fox named Chattu keeps playing tricks on an old couple. Tired of Chattu’s tricks, the old couple comes up with a plan to trick him. Will they be successful? Will Chattu ever learn his lesson?
The Golden Bird
When the king finds out there is a golden bird that can make him emperor of the universe, he goes on a mission to catch it! But his daughter has other ideas, and must muster her courage to stand up for her kingdom.
The Hare’s Story
There is no water in the animal kingdom and so the king called a meeting to find a solution. Everyone shows up, except for the hare. At the meeting, they all agree to dig a well, but not let the hare drink from it. The hare had his own plan. What do you think it …
Jungle Brew
Bulbuli had heard so much about the mysterious place in the jungle that everybody talked about but nobody had visited. Was she actually going to have the biggest adventure of her life with only Totaram for company?
A Message in the Envelope
Marlina receives an envelope with a kind message each month, and now she wants to give her own envelope to one of her friends. What will she put inside?
My Friend’s Palm Plantation
Beddu stops at his classmate Sanna’s stall to buy palm sugar for his mother, but there isn’t enough. Sanna leads him back to her house for more, but the sugar isn’t ready yet. What will they do while they wait?
The Clever Frog
Joke Joke the frog loves to build things. When his mother falls ill, can he find creative ways to get the medicine she needs?
Floating Garden
Kongkea lives with her father and brother on a floating village. She wants to join them on their fishing trips, but she is always told to stay at home and look after her floating garden. One day, the floating garden mysteriously floats away! Kongkea decides to take a boat out for the first time in …
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?
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?
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.
A Special Friend
Samu is preparing a gift for his special friend. Suddenly, there is a disturbance. Who is causing it?
Gold Shoes
The Golden Fiber, or Jute, was once one of the largest industries in Bangladesh, but is slowly disapearing. Jute has many uses and has a very low carbon footprint. This story is about an amzing pair of jute shoes, which has a special power.
The Tale of a Piper
In the garden, a little girl plays a sad song on her flute. Why is she so sad? Maybe the inhabitants of the garden can help!