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.
Selvi demands that her family do everything her way. But does Selvi really know best? Find out how Selvi learns about respect.
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 …
Lahpai Seng Raw never let anything stop her. Read about her amazing courage and ability to work with everyone to bring peace in Myanmar.
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 overflowing? But why? Could Eneng save the fish before they drifted into the river?
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?
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?
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 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 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.
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?
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?
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?
Samu is preparing a gift for his special friend. Suddenly, there is a disturbance. Who is causing it?
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.
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!
When water floods his house, Banyu is scared. Is that sea water? Are those sea creatures? How can he stay safe?
Layla’s grandpa invented a car that consumes water, helping to reduce the effects of global warming. Learn how this inspires Layla and how she decides to start her own change campaign.
Mcloud wants to fly high in the sky and taste the cloud, but he doesn’t have wings or an aerodynamic body. Can he still fly to taste the clouds?
Gran Nellie is looking for a new roommate. Who will be the right fit for Gran Nellie?
Each time a child is born to a king and queen, the queen’s younger sister secretly gives the child away to a fisherman. In despair, the king falls ill. A bird tells the king that only the sunpati flower can save his life. How will the king get the flower? Can he find his children?
The Panama Canal allows ships to travel between the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. Let’s go on a voyage with Captain Juan across the Panama Canal!
Follow Fatima’s journey, which takes her from Morocco to the Mediterranean Sea, Egypt, Turkey and finally China.
