Picture Books
My Name Is Khadija
- Author Name:
Mariyam Fatima +1
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- Description: Khadija does not like her name. But no one is letting her change it. How will Khadija fix this?
My Name Is Khadija
Mariyam Fatima
18% offCycle Dec-Jan 2026
- Author Name:
Sushil Shukla
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- Description: Cycle is a bi-monthly Hindi magazine for 9-12-year-old children. With it, a mundane everyday life becomes interesting, humorous, and engaging. Through stories, poems, letters, travelogues, and non-fiction articles on history, art, science, philosophy, it features the child’s world and his inquisitiveness. These writings accompany the beautiful hand-drawn picture spreads.
Cycle Dec-Jan 2026
Sushil Shukla
17% offNanhi Machli Aur Neelee Lahar
- Author Name:
Kumar Anupam
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- Description: यह नन्ही मछली और नीली लहर की, खेल-खेल में सीखने की कहानी है। वो क्या सीखती हैं? वो रंगों के बारे में, प्रकाश के बारे में और आपसी लगाव और मानवीय ऊष्मा के बारे में सीखती हैं। अपने जलरंगी चित्रांकन और भाषिक सरलता के चलते यह बच्चों के लिए आकर्षक व मनोरंजक है। इसके लेखक कुमार अनुपम हिन्दी के प्रतिष्ठित कवि और चित्रकार हैं। इसका चित्रांकन ज्योति कुमारी ने किया है, जो दिल्ली आर्ट कॉलेज से ग्रेजुएट हैं।
Nanhi Machli Aur Neelee Lahar
Kumar Anupam
17% offMagnificent Murals - Buddhist Art of Ajanta
- Author Name:
Ashwin Prabhu
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- Description: Enter a pictorial Buddhist universe draped across cave walls – a journey back in time to the breathtaking murals of Ajanta. Tales and events, flora and fauna, symbols and motifs, touches of whimsy... Who painted these murals – and when, how, why? Exploring these questions, the book underlines their value despite their perilous state. Line drawn reproductions fill in missing details, and guided narrative cues unfold timeless stories on worn stone canvases... An invaluable introduction to a wonder that needs protecting.
Magnificent Murals - Buddhist Art of Ajanta
Ashwin Prabhu
22% offKakdiya Ke Bhalu
- Author Name:
Sudha Bhargava
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- Description: सुधा भार्गव की कहानी ककड़िया के भालू
Kakdiya Ke Bhalu
Sudha Bhargava
5% offThe Open Trunk
- Author Name:
Akhilesh Srivastava Chaman
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- Description: The Open Trunk
The Open Trunk
Akhilesh Srivastava Chaman
5% offHoli ki Ghujhiya
- Author Name:
Leela J Lopez
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- Description: Holi Ki Ghujhiya
Holi ki Ghujhiya
Leela J Lopez
5% offAmazing Octi
- Author Name:
Viky Arya
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- Description: Octi the octopus lives in the deep sea. He wants to be your friend and play "Hide & Seek" with you. Are you ready? For this, you have to go deep down under the sea, and remember - Our Octi is amazing. He can change the colour and hide. To play with him, just count 1 to 10 and open the book. When you find him, speak aloud "I spy Octi"
Amazing Octi
Viky Arya
5% offWhat Is a Tree?
- Author Name:
Marti Mueller
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- Description: What do trees mean to birds, animals, children and people pursuing various ways of life, to all of mankind, to the planet earth? With the help of attractive illustrations done by Pranab Chakravarti this book depicts the inextricable link between trees and animal and human life.
What Is a Tree?
Marti Mueller
5% offM S Subbulakshmi
- Author Name:
Shivendra Kumar Singh
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- Description: Kids' books about Madurai Shanmukhavadivu Subbulakshmi, aka M.S. Subbulakshami, who was an Indian Carnatic singer. She was the first musician ever to be awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honour and also the first Indian musician to receive the Ramon Magsaysay award in 1974
M S Subbulakshmi
Shivendra Kumar Singh
5% offWe Indians
- Author Name:
Mehroo J. Wadia
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- Description: The small, attractive workbook emphasises national integration. It describes the dress, language, and interests of people from various states in India. Illustrated by the author. (Age Group 6-8)
We Indians
Mehroo J. Wadia
5% offSo Many Smiles
- Author Name:
Manoj Das
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- Description: Kids story by Manoj das
So Many Smiles
Manoj Das
5% offA Baby Hornbill Learns to Fly
- Author Name:
Dilip Kumar Barua
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- Description: This story is told very scientifically about a pair of hornbills. How they build their nest, breed and rear their young. (Age-Group 6-8)
A Baby Hornbill Learns to Fly
Dilip Kumar Barua
5% offBismillah Khan
- Author Name:
Shivendra Kumar Singh
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- Description: The book traces the life and legacy of Ustaad Bismillah Khan, the shehnai maestro and symbol of a plural India. He was born to Paigambar Baksh Khan and Mitthan Khan in Dumraon on 21st March 1916. He was honoured with several awards, including the Bharat Ratna, Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan, for his contribution to Indian Classical music. He devoted his life to the shehnai, taking it to an international platform.
Bismillah Khan
Shivendra Kumar Singh
5% offChoogh the Squirrel
- Author Name:
Bittie Mithal
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- Description: An interesting story about a boy who loves a squirrel and can't live without her. The entire story centres on the squirrel's activities. The text is brought to life by Partha Sengupta's illustrations. (Age Group 8-10)
Choogh the Squirrel
Bittie Mithal
5% offZubi
- Author Name:
Kanchan Verma
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- Description: In the town of Jyotipuram, the Kumar siblings stumble upon a stranded puppy during a storm. Determined to keep their new furry friend, they face challenges in hiding it from their mother. As they navigate their way through secrecy, the siblings share their love for the little puppy. Eventually, the puppy's presence is discovered despite their efforts, but their mother's reaction surprises them, making Zubi a part of their family.
Zubi
Kanchan Verma
5% offMini Visits The Atlantic Ocean
- Author Name:
Herminder Ohri
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- Description: This book takes the child on a visit to the Atlantic Ocean and introduces its various features and the animals that live there.
Mini Visits The Atlantic Ocean
Herminder Ohri
5% offNaavibbaru Bere Bere
- Author Name:
Ramendra Kumar
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- Description: This story is about a Giraffe and a Squirrel who enjoy spending time together. Although they differ in appearance and in what they can do, they remain good friends.
Naavibbaru Bere Bere
Ramendra Kumar
5% offMatsya
- Author Name:
Sigrun Srivastav +1
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- Description: The tiny fish grows and grows and becomes the savious of mankind. Attractively illustrated by Sigrun Srivastav.
Matsya
Sigrun Srivastav
5% offRamu and the Robot
- Author Name:
Arun Sedwal
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- Description: This is the story about Ramu, who has a robot. The robot does all the work. Then something goes wrong in the mechanism, and the robot turns destructive. The story endeavours to re-establish the superiority of humand mind, with a subtle message that one should not rely too much on machines. (Age Group 8-10)
Ramu and the Robot
Arun Sedwal
5% offPicture Books are often a child’s first doorway into reading. This category brings together visually rich, story-led books where illustrations carry as much meaning as words. Designed primarily for children aged 2 to 12, picture books support the development of imagination, language, emotional understanding, and early reading habits.
What readers and caregivers will find here:
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Story-based picture books with strong visual narratives
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Books that introduce emotions, friendships, family, and daily routines
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Animal stories, nature tales, and environmental themes
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Indian folklore and mythology adapted for young readers
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Concept books (colours, numbers, shapes, opposites)
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Social values: kindness, sharing, diversity, empathy
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Multilingual and bilingual picture books across Indian languages
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High-quality illustrations by Indian artists and illustrators
What are picture books?
Picture books are children’s books where illustrations play a key role in telling the story, often alongside simple, engaging text.
What age group are picture books meant for?
Picture books are ideal for children aged 2 to 8 years, including early readers and preschool learners.
Why are picture books important for early learning?
They help develop vocabulary, imagination, emotional understanding, and visual literacy while building a love for reading.
Are picture books available in Indian languages?
Yes. Rachnaye offers picture books in Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Bengali, Malayalam, Kannada, English, and more.
Are there Indian-themed picture books?
Absolutely. Many books feature Indian settings, festivals, folklore, animals, and everyday life experiences.
Are picture books suitable for reading aloud?
Yes. Picture books are perfect for read-aloud sessions at home, in classrooms, and in libraries.