I Won’t Wash My Hair
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In Divya’s hair, you will find pencils, peanuts and paintbrushes! All because Divya refuses to wash her hair. But how long can she go on like this? 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.
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In Divya’s hair, you will find pencils, peanuts and paintbrushes! All because Divya refuses to wash her hair. But how long can she go on like this?
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.
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Children Who Made It Big
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Thangamani
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- Description: Children Who Made It Big
Tumi Ki Dekhle?
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Nandini Nayar
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- Description: 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.
Kanna Panna
- Author Name:
Zai Whitaker
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- Description: Words rollick and frolic in Kanna's head, yet he hardly speaks. One day, he is with his family at the cave temples when the lights go off. Everyone is frightened, except Kanna. Light or no light, it makes no difference because he can't see anyway. And as he confidently leads the way out, he finds himself talking… Words tumble out to unleash the playful chatterbox within – Kanna Panna! A joyous story that neatly inverts the notion of ‘disability’. Warm, strong pictures pick up the nuances to portray a child for whom visual impairment is just the way it is – and is even a chance to have some fun!
Prabir’s New Flute
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Asha Nehemiah +1
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- Description: Prabir plays music at every happy event in his village. But when his flute breaks, many strange and funny things start happening.
Brahmavin Pattaampoochi
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Meena Raghunathan
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- Description: Soori loves to draw and paint. But where he lives now with his mother is a rundown neighbourhood, unclean, unsafe and completely colourless! He wants to move away, but knows they can’t. He wishes that colours would rain down and brighten the buildings. A few days later, Soori finds himself amidst painters, paint cans and brushes! What’s going on? Painterly pictures echo real textures in a story about trying to bring colour and hope into a community.
Kuvempu Avara Chandra Mattu Kaamana Billu Kavanagalu
- Author Name:
Proiti Roy
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- Description: Details awaited
The Gift of Giving
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Athulya Pillai +1
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- Description: When Tian starts weaving the magic of generosity in a poverty-stricken, apathetic city, people take his offerings without a second thought. But does it inspire anyone to give back? Is there still hope for these lowlands yet? Inspired by a folktale from Bhutan, this thought-provoking story, sensitively authored by Gowri Ramnarayan and stunningly illustrated by Athulya Pillai, inspires everyone to pioneer positive change and appreciate the magic of giving.
Sculpted Stones - Mysteries of Mamallapuram
- Author Name:
Ashwin Prabhu
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- Description: On Tamil Nadu’s coast lies a small town that centuries ago must have been filled with the sounds of hammering and chiselling on stone – Mamallapuram or Mahabalipuram, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. From a mammoth relief panel to cave temples and monoliths, it showcases sculptural art of astounding skill and a variety of styles rare to find in one location. The book takes us through this ‘open-air museum’ for a one-on-one ‘looking’ experience through its rich archive of 65 vivid photographs. The magnified visual details and narrative cues also throw up a sea of stories – and some riddles to be unravelled!
A SAREE FOR AMMI
- Author Name:
Mamta Nainy
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- Description: Ammi weaves the most beautiful sarees, but never gets to wear any of them. Her two little daughters decide to do something about it – break their piggy bank! But is there enough in it to buy Ammi her very own saree? This gentle story goes into the home of a weaver’s family, and lets warmth and affection add colour to their lives. Engaging visual details in vivid shades complement the simple, elegant text for a touch and feel experience of a village in Kota, Rajasthan, its sarees and its people.
Laddoo Code - Kannada
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Saksham Arora +1
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- Description: Rahul and Ritvik's friends always eat up their snacks. Until one day, they devise a secret code to protect their food. They were written by Saksham Arora, Illustrated by Saksham Arora and Kannada translated by T.G.Srinidhi. CISCO has supported the development of this book.
Chaand Par Khargosh - Bilingual
- Author Name:
Indrani Krishnaier +1
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- 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.
Manvinder's Medu Vada
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Riddhi Maniar Doda +1
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- Description: Crispy, golden-brown, fluffy and white…with a hole that fits his finger! Who will make the perfect medu vadas for Manvinder?
Farmer Falgu Goes Kite Flying
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Chitra Soundar +1
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- Description: Farmer Falgu’s trips never go smoothly. In this third book of the series, he is on his way to the annual kite-flying festival with his daughter, Eila. But…. Whoosh! She loses her kite to the strong wind. Will our ingenious Farmer Falgu come up with a solution to make his daughter happy
Haavu Mattu Kappegalu - Bilingual
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Mariam Karim Ahlawat +1
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- Description: The old snake is punished – the frogs will now ride on him. The frogs jump for joy – but they had better watch out! This unusual bilingual retelling of a Panchatantra favourite swings sympathy in favour of the snake. Stunning pictures are based on wooden folk toys from Channapatna in Karnataka, a craft style that came centuries ago from Persia.
Birdywood Buzz
- Author Name:
Padamsee Shamim
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- Description: The great Mor Khan is coming from the city to choose actors for his new film. The birds of the jungle are in a flutter. How do they bag a role? The smart city crow steps in to help – and also settle scores with Vulture. In this zippy take on filmdom, the bird-loving author cleverly casts actual bird species and builds the story around their looks. Rich visuals and zany text combine realism with a dash of comedy and a splash of over-the-top movie magic.
KOEL WANTS A NEST
- Author Name:
Kaushik Viswanath
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- Description: Koel is ready to lay her egg. Well, almost. First, she must find a safe place for it, far from trampling feet, windswept branches, and perilous ledges. As she searches, she meets many birds along the way, each with a unique nest. But will any of them be the right fit for Koel? Glide across the skies as Koel attempts to find the perfect nest for her egg in this thoughtful story by Kaushik Viswanath, gorgeously illustrated by Niloufer Wadia. Age Range 4 - 6 years
Gend Swarg
- Author Name:
Diego Castellanos +1
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- Description: Do you know where all the balls being tossed finally go? Join the journey of one such ball to an intriguing new world. The book can be read at various levels. In a very subtle manner it tells that you need to find peace from within.
The Adventures of Wandering Wave
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Geeta Dharmarajan +1
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- Description: What would you do if your friend went missing? Wandering Wave has lost her good friend, Beulah. Wave travels to far away lands to get her back and meets all kinds of different creatures. Would you like to join Wave on this frumble-drumbling adventure to reunite her with Beulah? Written by award-winning author Geeta Dharmarajan and illustrated by Sreeja Basu, this tale is a captivating addition to KATHAís Ocean Literacy Series.
ADITIADVENTURES - THE ONE EYED MONKEY
- Author Name:
Suniti Namjoshi
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- Description: A dragon is scorching the countryside, and will stop only if young Aditi is given to him. So go she must. But a one-eyed monkey, an ant and an elephant decide to accompany her. Armed only with a cloak of invisibility, a ball of magic clay and a Sword of Courage, the four friends set off to look for this fierce dragon. Is it fair to slay a sleeping dragon? Can you make friends if you aren’t friendly?
Out In The Moonlight
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Perumal Murugan
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- Description: A little boy runs excitedly in the darkness, lit only by the light of a bright, bright moon. He is going with his mother and baby brother to the millet fields. As his mother works, he tries to make the most of the moonlit night with his newfound friend, a stray dog, while his brother sleeps... It takes an exceptional writer like Perumal Murugan to narrate this vignette from his own life, evocatively and unsentimentally. Mood-filled illustrations bring the unfamiliar close in a nightscape redolent with anticipation and danger. Originally in Tamil
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