Why Does A Poori Puff Up?
Round, fat pooris are a treat in most Indian homes. Why do they puff? There is a whole lot of science behind this simple question.
Reading
Where Did Your Dimples Go?
Langlen has curly hair like Appa and a cleft chin like Imma. It makes her wonder why brothers and sisters, or parents and children look alike. Is she just a collection of traits, then? So many questions, but Imma and Appa have all the answers.
The Missing Bat
There was a cricket bat missing from Rehman Chacha’s warehouse, and he suspected that young Ahmed had stolen it. A funny tale from Kashmir, the land of the willow trees.
Think Before You Act
A man takes advice from his friend without thinking twice about it himself. Where do you think this will lead him?
Thembi and the Singing Tree
Thembi’s favourite place is under the big tree behind their house where she sits alone, listening to the singing of the tree. Thembi’s grandmother worries about her and decides to find out why she is lonely.
Tok Tok
The food-loving king of Sonapur could not sleep because of a mysterious sound in his chambers. What could it be?
The Village of Five Poles
After the Electricity Department installs five electricity poles in their village, the villagers are excited. But when the Electricity Department doesn’t return to finish the work, the village is left with five empty poles. What will they do?
The Unexpected Friend
In the midst of a sprawling refugee camp in Bangladesh, Faisal, a young Rohingya boy, finds an injured bird and decides to take care of it with his sisters. Life in the camp is not always easy and the children are thrilled to have a pet to look after. But as the bird’s wing slowly …
The Queen
Nectar, the queen bee, doesn’t want to be stuck in the hive all day. Will she find a new life outside the hive or discover her true purpose along the way?
The Sparrow and The Fruit
When her plump juicy guava falls into a clump of thorns, Gubbi uses every trick she knows, and gets the fruit back. But is it right to use mean tricks to get what you want? Find out by reading this book!
The Magic Mirror
An evil witch curses the village, causing children to turn into scary creatures. Only Sam and Soy are free from the curse. Will Sam and Soy continue to escape the witch’s curse? Will the other children stay scary creatures forever?
The Magic Broomstick
A wicked witch banishes her broomstick to the tundra but the broomstick discovers a world full of new friends and adventures.
The Generous Crow
The crow is not beautiful. He can neither sing as sweetly as a cuckoo nor dance as gracefully as a peacock. But he has one unique quality that we can all learn from. Read the book to find out what it is!
The Boy and the Drum
A folktale about giving and kindness transforms into a lively play! This versatile and adaptable piece can be performed on stage or in the classroom. Hours of fun and learning guaranteed!
The Boink Mystery
BOINK BOINK BOINK… Aman could hear it. What was ‘it’? Read on to solve this great mystery set in Jantar Mantar in Jaipur. You are sure to have a lot of good clean fun!
The Birthday Chocolate
Tutul wants to give her friend some chocolate for her birthday. But nobody in her family is ready to help her! Tutul needs a new plan! Can her clever idea convince the shopkeeper to give her some birthday chocolate?
Reeti and Mithu
Reeti’s holidays have begun, but she isn’t happy. She doesn’t like holidays because she misses being with her friends. One day she gets a pet – Mithu, the talking parrot. Does Mithu become her new best friend? Read this heartwarming story of friendship to find out!
Polo from Planet Patchy
Missing parts lead a girl to discover aliens who creatively repurpose her toy collection, inspiring her to do the same.
Polaris the North Star
Polaris, the North Star, feels useless. On a chance visit to Earth, she learns just how important she is!
The Adventures of Mboza and her Rooster
During her school holidays, Mboza and her parents go to visit her Grandma. When they arrive, Grandma offers Mboza a rooster as a gift, but she must chase and catch it first. Do you think Mboza will catch the rooster?
Pishi Caught in a Storm
Pishi was a huge manta ray fish. Once, when he was caught in a big storm in the Indian Ocean, guess who came to his rescue? Dive into this book for a dramatic story.
Smoke City Princess
Unlikely friends work together to save their homes and improve their environments
Sister Where Does the Sun Go at Night?
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 the sun goes at night. Does he just go to sleep after a long day at work, …
Rhyming Grandpa
Grandpa makes a rhyme about everything he sees and everywhere he goes. He makes everyone laugh: baby elephants, pet owls, and children all over the world. He never stays in one place and is always on a go. Read what he sings about in this book full of rhymes and laughter.
Princess Bahati
Princess Bahati’s kingdom is facing a big problem, and the young princess has an idea that might help. But will the King and the elders listen to her advice?