About
Book Details
Skillfully written and beautifully illustrated in four colours by the author herself, this story is about sibling rivalry and common gender attitudes. Who is better? The truth is they share a solid and emotional relationship.
ISBN: 9788123799834
Pages: 26
Avg Reading Time: 1 hrs
Age: 0-11
Country of Origin: India
Travelling Seeds
- Author Name:
Lavanya Karthik
- Rating:
- Book Type:
- Description: Flyer, floater, trickster, hitchhiker! Did you know that seeds can take on the most amazing roles in their quest to keep their species alive? Read on to explore the different ways seeds travel, and also meet the animals that help them on these journeys. Longlisted for WWF Greenlitfest Honour Book Award 2021
Bhuton Ki Barat
- Author Name:
Barkha Lohia
- Rating:
- Book Type:
- Description: A man fell in love and married a beautiful ghost. All is well until one day… Folktale from Uttarakhand is retold and illustrated by Barkha Lohiya. It’s illustrations are equally intriguing. See the use of blue and black!
Kuvempu Avara Chandra Mattu Kaamana Billu Kavanagalu
- Author Name:
Proiti Roy
- Rating:
- Book Type:
- Description: Details awaited
Hanuman's Ramayan
- Author Name:
Devdutt Pattanaik
- Book Type:
- Description: Valmiki has barely put down his pen after completing his magnificent creation, the epic Ramayan, when he realises he has competition. The sage Narad tells him that there is a better Ramayan, written by Hanuman. Valmiki is devastated! As the story of Hanuman's Ramayan unfolds, humorously and gently, so does the idea that there is no one version of the story, but many. Here, the quirky illustrations based on the style of Mithila folk paintings tell their own story.
Mini The Hippo Learns To Jump
- Author Name:
Herminder Ohri
- Rating:
- Book Type:
- Description: From an author who believes in magic, this charming fantasy tale transports the children into a world where anything is possible. Hippos who jump on the moon with gravity defying derring-do! Herminder Ohri’s books have been hugely popular with young readers. With lavish illustrations, this book is a sure-fire winner.
Hari Patang Par Hara Patanga
- Author Name:
Varun Grover +1
- Rating:
- Book Type:
- Description: DESCRIPTION AWAITED
Chandramadhla Sasa - Bilingual
- Author Name:
Indrani Krishnaier +1
- Book Type:
- Description: When a herd of elephants creates trouble in the jungle, do the little rabbits run away in fear? No! From Aztec to Chinese, there are many versions of the story about the rabbit in the moon. The illustrations for this bilingual retelling are based on the pithora folk style of central India, which derives from cave art.
My Big Book of Fun with Friends (Vol 1)
- Author Name:
Geeta Dharmarajan
- Book Type:
- Description: Introducing the Ultimate Adventure FunBook for 7-10 Year Olds! Tired of saying “I’m bored!”? Fear not! Dive into this action-packed FunBook where you, the intrepid adventurer, solve mobius strip twists, launch a colony club, and as reader-leaders, challenge yourself daily. What’s Inside? Cool mazes, thought-provoking Big Ideas, and mind-bending puzzles play hide and seek inside your brain making you a more curious, creative, critical thinker! Whether you’re a girl, a boy, or an elephant lover, there’s something for everyone! Be sure to look out for tips on how you can be a reader-leader! Why ChooseOur FunBook? Our 35 years of expertise: This book is crafted by seasoned adventurers who know what makes young minds tick. Discover India! Explore the magic of India’s diversity. Meet families like yours and those who live in completely different worlds. Katha’s storybooks aren’t just friends; they’re wonderland guides. Discover our books through this FunBook! Unlock Big Ideas! Scan the QR code inside to explore fabulous books that’ll transform you into a kind, empathetic, and resilient person. Parents and grandparents, get ready to TADAA! To Think. Ask. Discuss. Act. And Achieve a goal! Spend hours bonding with your little adventurers!
Palkiwale
- Author Name:
Sarojini Naidu +1
- Book Type:
- Description: In the palanquin sits the graceful bride and four able men bear her with pride. In the glorious ways of Indian tradition, sing to the beat of this springy ride.
Thakitta Tharikitta Bouncing Ball
- Author Name:
Jacob Samson Muttada
- Book Type:
- Description: Thom! It lands on Kuttan’s toes. Dheem! He kicks and up it goes. The pages of this book resound with the rhythm of dance as Abu's big red ball bounces in tune with the delightful illustrations. CBSE recommended
This and That
- Author Name:
Radha HS +1
- Rating:
- Book Type:
- Description: Details awaited
The Grand Story Of Ikli Chokli
- Author Name:
B Vinayan
- Book Type:
- Description: A little chokli, a stray puppy, wanders into a muddy rain puddle one day and loves the icky, sticky, scratchy feeling. From then on, he can’t stop himself from getting messy and enjoying a sumptuous scratch! What he enjoys even more is telling tall tales about himself! With happy, whimsical illustrations, this small book about a big-talking dog celebrates smart and spunky choklis everywhere.
A Home Of Our Own
- Author Name:
Meghaa Aggarwal
- Rating:
- Book Type:
- Description: “Let’s play house-house!” decide Sunehri and her friends. So they put together some old plates and bowls, empty packets of chips, plastic bottles, a broken helmet… things they’ve collected going about their work in the city on whose streets they live. The game loved by children everywhere takes on a poignant layer when played by those who have never known a home¬. Pictures full of exuberance and detail bring out their spontaneous joy in a make-believe world, which trips side by side with the harsh reality of their lives.
Aao Jaane Global Warming
- Author Name:
Various Authors
- Book Type:
- Description: A book that examines the effects of Global Warming and shows young readers many easy ways to help make a difference.
Who clicked that pic?
- Author Name:
Rashmi S +1
- Rating:
- Book Type:
- Description: ನಂದಿತಾ ದಾ ಕುನ್ಹಾ ಅವರ ಕಥೆಯು ಭಾರತದ ಅತ್ಯಂತ ಪ್ರಸಿದ್ಧ ಛಾಯಾಗ್ರಾಹಕ ಹೊಮೈ ವ್ಯಾರವಲ್ಲ ಅವರ ಜೀವನವನ್ನು ಆಚರಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ಹೋಮೈ ಅವರ ಧೈರ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಕೌಶಲ್ಯವು ಪುಸ್ತಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಸುಂದರವಾಗಿ ಹೊರಹೊಮ್ಮುತ್ತದೆ. ಪ್ರಿಯಾ ಕುರಿಯನ್ ಅವರ ಚಿತ್ರಣಗಳು ಹೋಮೈ ಅವರ ಕೆಲಸದ ಶೈಲಿಯನ್ನು ಎಷ್ಟು ನಿಖರವಾಗಿ ನಿರ್ವಹಿಸುತ್ತವೆ ಎಂದರೆ ಕೆಲವೊಮ್ಮೆ ಹೋಮೈ ಅವರೇ ಪುಸ್ತಕವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ ಎಂದು ತೋರುತ್ತದೆ. ಕರಕುಶಲ ಮತ್ತು ಜೀವನದ ನಡುವಿನ ನಿರಂತರ ಬದಲಾವಣೆಯು ರಂಗಭೂಮಿಯ ಜೀವಂತಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ಓದುಗರಿಗೆ ನೆನಪಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. Nandita Da Cunha's story celebrates the life of India's most famous photographer, Homai Vyarawalla. Homai's courage and craftspersonship comes out beautifully in the book. Priya Kuriyan's illustrations maintain Homai's style of work so accurately that sometimes it seems as if Homai herself has illustrated the book. The continuous shift between craft and life reminds the readers of the liveliness of theatre.
Amma's Toolkit
- Author Name:
Nandini Nayar +1
- Rating:
- Book Type:
- Description: When Mini and Taras home is flooded because of a broken pipe in the bathroom, Amma comes to the rescue. What is in Ammas toolkit.
MY NAME IS GULAB
- Author Name:
Sagar Kolwankar
- Book Type:
- Description: Gulab’s classmates call her ‘Stinky Gulab’, and it’s not because she smells. Her father is a manual scavenger, made to clean drains and gutters with his bare hands, even today! “Why do you do it?!” asks Gulab angrily. With determination and a little help from science, she takes the first bold step towards change. Addressing a deep-rooted social evil, the story nudges young minds to question the inequality and indignity that other children like themselves have to face. Strong illustrations evoke the feisty Gulab as she refuses to let school bullies, or society, chip at her spirit.
The Old Man Who Would Not Listen
- Author Name:
Joyita Banerjee +1
- Book Type:
- Description: He was laughed at, scolded for his obstinacy and called names. But the Old Man would not change his ways, not part with his companions. With pockets of suspense, this beautiful story is about caring for animals. “With pockets of suspense, this beautiful story is about caring for animals.” For age group 8+
Panch Pairon Wali Hathi
- Author Name:
Piyush Sekseriya
- Rating:
- Book Type:
- Description: ये कुदरत से प्रेम की कहानियाँ हैं। पीयूष सेकसेरिया कहते हैं कि जंगल, पेड़-पौधे, जानवरी, पक्षी, कीट-पतंगों, नदी, पहाड़, रेत-मिट्टी और लोगों में कुछ ऐसा है कि मैं उन तक बार-बार लौटता हूँ। एक अजब सी खुशी है जो उनको देखने, सुनने, सूँघने, छूने से मिलती है। ‘पाँच पैरों वाली हाथी’ से उन्होंने इन खुशियों को सबके साथ बाँटा है। किताब की रचनाएँ कल्पनाओं से अधिक सरस और रोमांचक हैं।
When in Delhi
- Author Name:
Mamta Nainy +1
- Book Type:
- Description: Do you know that there were once seven cities within the city of Delhi? Can you imagine that Delhi once ran a tram service? Have you ever heard about the drool-worthy sixteen-layered paratha that you get only in Delhi? Can you believe that Delhi runs the largest fleet of environment-friendly buses? All of this and a lot more abound in this anything-but-typical travel book for the young. Just like the city of Delhi, there’s nothing ordinary about it!
