Looking for a Deep Rose that may make Aditi’s grandmother feel better, the adventurers go to the coast of Devon in England. There they meet the little boy Grendel who lives under the sea, prowls around at night scaring others, can’t remember anything and doesn’t care about it. Re-casting ‘monster’ characters from the Beowulf story, the author wonders if what we see depends on how we see it. Do stories make you look at things differently? Could you be you today, if you didn’t remember who you were yesterday?

Gitti the rock is very old. After a long, long journey that started from the boiling hot centre of the earth, he now sits quietly on a mountain, watching the sun rise and set. What is his story? This is one of five First Look Science books, perfect for a child’s first introduction to basic concepts about the world around because they were conceived visually. The stunning pictures convey the beauty, vastness and mystery of nature, enriching the storytelling experience. At the end of each book is a summing up of facts related to the stories.

The Open Trunk

Can you protect Versova from its fate? From the vortex on its way to the village? Karuna was scared. Her father, who had left to go fishing early that morning, was unusually late. She was unable to shake off the ominous feeling that the pillage of the previous storm had seared into her psyche. Friends and a cousin join Karuna as she embarks on a treacherous journey in search of her father where they learn the lore of their people, overcome personal fears, and are collectively forced to come face-to-face with the ravages of climate change. Subuhi Jiwani brings to light the story of a defiant girl from the fishing community of Versova who pledges to rescue her village from impending doom. 10-15 years. story from people's archive of rural India

Asha’s first trip in her colourful auto every morning is to the flower market, where she buys a big bag of jasmine buds. Follow her through the week and through the city, as she picks up and drops off passengers at the railway station, the beach, the cricket stadium… stringing and selling jasmine all the way. Vibrant pictures liven up the route and offer snapshots of a city – Chennai!

Puja smiles and smiles, and does not speak. She spends all her time with the foal, Takbak. But Takbak is going to be sold! What will Pooja do without her best friend? About the Hook Book Series In a world where children’s books often feel cut from the same cloth, Hook Books stand out as a vibrant blend of imagination, humour, and heart. Crafted as a bridge between picture books and early chapter books, this series delivers stories that spark joy and wonder, while remaining rooted in age-appropriate learning. Hook Books keep the fun going with: Short, digestible bits of text (perfect for budding readers) Bright colour illustrations that pull kids into the story Themes that speak to the everyday lives of children—plus a sprinkle of whimsy! From fantasy tales to those that touch on more advanced ideas, Hook Books ensure that young readers are always in for a treat, no matter their reading level. Even better, these books take children on journeys through different parts of India, giving them a taste of the rich diversity of our world through local flavours, landscapes, and cultures. Whether the story takes place in bustling cities or quiet villages, Hook Books make every setting feel like home.

Ilham has a problem. Her Papa has given her a crisp fifty rupee note for her birthday, and she doesn’t know where to keep it absolutely safe. A pocket would be best, but her new frock doesn’t have one. So she runs to Salma Chachi the tailor to get a pocket stitched — but that leads to another problem. A charming little nugget of a story with the flavour of old Hyderabad captured warmly in the pictures!

So many flowers, so many colours, so many bird and squirrels chirping and jumping around Meenu! She is enchanted by nature at its best. It is spring time.

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

Every night, Kukku wants his father to tell him his favourite story. It is about the giant Kumbhakarna who sleeps non-stop for six months – and Kukku falls asleep just as Kumbhakarna does. In Kukku's dream, everyone is trying everything to wake up the giant. Nothing works! A lively retelling of an episode from the Ramayana with wildly funny pictures.

Have you ever tried to catch the moon? Is the moon really that far away? A curious little girl really doesnít think so, but her elder brother keeps telling her otherwise! Can she convince him? Find out as she shares a delightful dialogue with her Dada. Another timeless gem from Gurudev.

After a school trip to the zoo, Amma is surprised that Meera has seen no animals – not a monkey, a lion, or even a giraffe... But why did Meera see no animals there? Her lively mother forgets to ask! Zestful pictures capture the hilarious inversion of role play.

Join team yellow and team pink for an exciting kabaddi match.

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

Renowned Hindi writer and translator of world literature, Teji Grover's refreshing stories, memoirs, poems, haikus, and letters live on. Renowned Hindi writer and translator of world literature, Teji Grover's refreshing stories, memoirs, poems, haikus and letters are collected in this anthology. This book beautifully brings together all the vibrant colours of her writing. With her words, she brightens our days. This collection will be enjoyed by you and your children for many years to come. Taposhi Ghoshal's magical artwork is in a continuous dialogue with Teji's words. Each artwork enriches the text. Together, Teji's words and Taposhi's art complete each other.in this anthology. This book beautifully brings together all the vibrant colours of her writing. With her words, she brightens up our days. This collection would be enjoyed by you and your children for many years to come. Taposhi Ghoshal's magical artwork is in a continuous dialogue with Teji's words. Each artwork enriches the text. Together, Teji's words and Taposhi's art complete each other. Age group 9-12 years

Jokhu is the biggest, scariest, championest jokhini in the bamboo grove. She sits in a tree and makes everyone who goes by, from babies to bullies, shriek with fear. But one day, she meets a little girl whom she simply cannot scare. What will Jokhu do now? If she can’t be scary, then what can she be? Bold, dramatic pictures make the many demons from Assamese folklore come alive in this wildly funny story about unexpected friendships.

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What will Megha be today - a botanist, an astronaut, an artist?

ಮರವನ್ನು ಹತ್ತಲು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಾಗದ ದೈತ್ಯಾಕಾರದ - ಅವಿಗೆ ಒಂದು ರಹಸ್ಯವಿದೆ, ಭಯಾನಕವಾಗಿದೆ. ಯಾರಿಗೂ ತಿಳಿಯದ ಪೆಡಂಭೂತವನ್ನು ಎದುರಿಸಬೇಕಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಅವಿಗೆ ತೊಂದರೆ ಕೊಡುವ ಈ ರಾಕ್ಷಸ ಯಾರು? ಅವನು ಅದನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಹೋರಾಡುತ್ತಾನೆ? The Monster Who Could Not Climb a Tree - Avi has a secret, a terrible one. He has to face a monster that no one knows about. Who is this monster that troubles Avi? How does he fight it?

"Are you there, Amma?" "Are you inside, Amma?" Kiran looks everywhere for his mother – in the kitchen, in the balcony, and even in the unlikeliest of places! Charming watercolours make this book one warm and irresistible hide-and-seek story.