Picture Books
Kakdiya Ke Bhalu
- Author Name:
Sudha Bhargava
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Book Type:
- Description: सुधा भार्गव की कहानी ककड़िया के भालू
Kakdiya Ke Bhalu
Sudha Bhargava
The Open Trunk
- Author Name:
Akhilesh Srivastava Chaman
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Book Type:
- Description: The Open Trunk
The Open Trunk
Akhilesh Srivastava Chaman
Holi ki Ghujhiya
- Author Name:
Leela J Lopez
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Book Type:
- Description: Holi Ki Ghujhiya
Holi ki Ghujhiya
Leela J Lopez
Amazing Octi
- Author Name:
Viky Arya
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Book Type:
- 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
What Is a Tree?
- Author Name:
Marti Mueller
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Book Type:
- 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
M S Subbulakshmi
- Author Name:
Shivendra Kumar Singh
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Book Type:
- 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
We Indians
- Author Name:
Mehroo J. Wadia
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Book Type:
- 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
So Many Smiles
- Author Name:
Manoj Das
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Book Type:
- Description: Kids story by Manoj das
So Many Smiles
Manoj Das
A Baby Hornbill Learns to Fly
- Author Name:
Dilip Kumar Barua
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Book Type:
- 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
Bismillah Khan
- Author Name:
Shivendra Kumar Singh
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Book Type:
- 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
Choogh the Squirrel
- Author Name:
Bittie Mithal
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Book Type:
- 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
Zubi
- Author Name:
Kanchan Verma
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Book Type:
- 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
Mini Visits The Atlantic Ocean
- Author Name:
Herminder Ohri
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Book Type:
- 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
Naavibbaru Bere Bere
- Author Name:
Ramendra Kumar
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Book Type:
- 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
Matsya
- Author Name:
Sigrun Srivastav +1
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Book Type:
- Description: The tiny fish grows and grows and becomes the savious of mankind. Attractively illustrated by Sigrun Srivastav.
Matsya
Sigrun Srivastav
Ramu and the Robot
- Author Name:
Arun Sedwal
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Book Type:
- 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
Nona and The Rain
- Author Name:
Priya Nagarajan
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Book Type:
- Description: The story follows Nona, who turns off the rain to play, only to realise the importance of both sunshine and rain for the environment.
Nona and The Rain
Priya Nagarajan
Birds Laughing
- Author Name:
Viky Arya
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Book Type:
- Description: Its a fascinating book for kids learning to read and colour. Through the story of how various birds laugh, kids get introduced to a fun-filled world. Drawing and colouring exercises as given in the book enhance the interaction of the reader with the book.
Birds Laughing
Viky Arya
HOIDAY OH NO NO
- Author Name:
Jaswinder Kaur Bindra
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Book Type:
- Description: This book presents a situation in which the Sun decides to go on holiday, and the world is left in a mess.
HOIDAY OH NO NO
Jaswinder Kaur Bindra
Mangoose Becomes King
- Author Name:
Baldev Singh 'Baddan'
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Book Type:
- Description: A fearless mongoose challenges a leopard's claim to being the king of the forest. The mongoose tricks the leopard into believing the other animals fear it, forcing the leopard to leave. The story focuses on the mongoose's bravery in facing a predator and its ability to trick the leopard into leaving the forest.
Mangoose Becomes King
Baldev Singh 'Baddan'
Picture 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.