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Are there really diamonds hidden in Bhedaghat? What happens when crocodiles chase Kanmani during a boat ride in the Andamans? And what on earth is Raja the donkey doing in Ramoji Film City? Did you know the world's highest international cricket stadium is in Himachal? Or that dinosaurs roamed Gujarat 65 million years ago? Stories and fascinating facts take you on a double-decker ride across 15 states. They emerge distinct and different, like pieces of a jigsaw, which slide in together to create a magnificent whole – India!
ISBN: 9789350463543
Pages: 136
Avg Reading Time: 5 hrs
Age: 0-11
Country of Origin: India
The Night Sky/Raat ka Aasmaan
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Samina Mishra
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- Description: It’s late at night. Tipu is fast asleep when his two black puppies, Layla and Jugnoo, bound into his room. Down comes his star-filled quilt – and it becomes a cosmic playground for the three of them. Anything is possible, even flying to the moon! With illustrations that reflect the blending of reality and fantasy, this is a story about the sheer joy of imagination, and the wonder of play.
A Tale of Two Dogs
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Amit Trevedi
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- Description: A story about a poor boy and a rich boy and their pet dogs. It unravels the mystery of the deeds of the two dogs. Profusely illustrated by Arya Praharaj. (Age Group 6-8)
THE GREAT BIRDYWOOD GAMES
- Author Name:
Shamim Padamsee
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- Description: There’s once again a buzz in Birdywood – it is time for the great Games! Birds that fly and those that don’t are coming in from all over the world. Who flies fastest? Who dives deepest? While the best are tested, the rest have loads of fun! Amid much ruffling of feathers, tweeting and chirping, old records are smashed and new champions emerge, crowned by the grand peacock, Mor Khan. This sequel to Birdywood Buzz: Return of the Vulture, which sees some familiar faces and many new ones, is also an exciting way to get to know birds.
Karukku Norukku
- Author Name:
Saritha Rao +1
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- Description: Guru does not discriminate; he loves all kinds of murukkus. He absolutely loves the sounds they make when he munches on them! KARUKKU NORUKKU! KARUKKU NORUKKU! But his Amma refuses to let him eat as many as he wants. One day, Guru manages to get a whole packet all to himself. Now all he needs is a way to sneakily eat it – without sharing, that is! Saritha Rao’s delightful text, with endearing illustrations by Vibha Surya, promises tons of fun and loads of munching in this hilarious story. 6+ years
One Lonely Unicorn
- Author Name:
Meenakshi Bharadwaj +1
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- Description: An innovative book that introduces the concept of numbers through a story. Children will love the unicorn and her many animals friends! Through this song you can make up lots of funny and nice things about unicorns. “Delightful illustrations make children learn counting by counting the animals in the forest. The one unicorn, the two birds, the three elephants … ” — The Hindu
With You, Ma
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Adith A.K. +1
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- Description: Aadya refuses to do anything without her Ma - whether it’s packing a bag for their holiday to Assam or it’s playing in the river. Will this trip make Aadya more self-reliant?
Forgetful Dida
- Author Name:
Himanjali Sankar
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- Description: Dida has a forgetting illness. She almost went to the grocery store wearing just one sandal, instead of both, and she forgot the numbers between three and ten. What will Dida forget next? A tender story of memory told by a young girl about her grandmother. Reading Level:3;for children who are ready to read on their own.
Akeli Chinti
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Chandan Yadav +1
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- Description: तुमने कभी कोई अकेली चींटी देखी है? अब देखोगे तो पहचान लोगे की यही वो चींटी है जो लाइन में चलना नहीं चाहती थी।
Asamo, is that you?
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Canato Jimo +1
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- Description: The lights are out, and Yumum is looking for Asamo. But what if she isn’t the only one wandering about in the dark? Written by Canato Jimo and Ogin Nayam Illustrated by Canato Jimo and Ogin Nayam.The development of this book has been supported by PARAG: THE INITIATIVE OF TATA TRUST.
Manolita
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Sara Rajan +1
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- Description: “Manolita is perfectly human . . . I think.” When a chance vacation takes Jaya to Oregon, she makes a new friend. But this strange girl isn’t all that she appears to be, with her solemn eyes and open laugh. She is astounded by phones and prefers her fish uncooked. Could Manolita be hiding something? Sara Rajan brings magic to this unbelievable story about the enigma that is Manolita. With a style that is easy to follow and a story that keeps one hooked, Sara weaves a fantasy to life. Age Group- 10 to 15
The Adventures of His Royal Highness
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Aabid Surti
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- Description: Awaited
Patar Patar
- Author Name:
Akshay Rana +1
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- Description: This book doesn’t have a description
Mannu and the Jamun Thief
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Radhika Chadha
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- Description: Mannu the monkey has been waiting for this day – when the purply-shurply jamun are pulpy-shulpy ripe. But why isn’t there a single berry on or around the tree? Who could have eaten up all the jamun? Mannu swings into action to hunt for the jamun thief and… yes, someone’s trunk is definitely looking purple! The sixth juicy-shoocy story in the popular Baby Bahadur series comes with stunning visuals and fun with words and sounds.
THE KING AND THE KIANG
- Author Name:
Mariam Karim Ahlawat
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- Description: Kunzang is a strange child of nature, with hair as wild and red as the rhododendrons she lives among. People say that one look from her crimson eyes can make wishes come true. She rides untroubled on her graceful kiang through Sikkim's Yumthang valley. But then, along comes the powerful king, Bhu-pen, who sees the kiang and wants it... A lyrical story with vibrant pictures that capture the unrestrained beauty of nature in the wild.
Stories Of Light And Delight
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Manoj Das
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- Description: A collection of lesser-known traditional stories in a revised edition, retold by Manoj Das and illustrated by Mario. (Age-group 12-14)
Mai Aur Uske Dost
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Durga Bai +1
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- Description: One dark stormy night, Konda wanders far away from home and is lost. Her family, a young calf and Mai, set out to look for her, and thus begins an extraordinary tale of caring and companionship. With its unlikely heroes, the story is sure to be loved by children and parents alike. With signature Gond patterns and tips on making natural colours, the book is a great resource for acquainting young minds to this amazing folk art form.
Finding Tree
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Geeta Dharmarajan +1
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- Description: "What would you do if you lost your friend? How far would you travel to find your friend? Journey with Nachi as she travels with Parrot beyond the far reaches of this world and our imagination to find her friend, Tree, and meets many magical, mystical and mythical beings along the way. Stand with her as she comes face to face with Emmeraja, the God of Death. Be with her as she finds some answers and returns to her Pattikutti, her world, the sea and a surprise. Geeta Dharmarajan weaves a magical tale about love and loss, while Rajiv Eipeís illustrations carry you off into marvellous worlds to unravel lifeís greatest secrets!" Unravel the swirling magic in I am Najar-Am-Radh, charmingly written and wondrously illustrated. A truly captivating story! For Age 13+
Lightning
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Prabhat +1
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- Description: लाइटनिंग रणथंभौर की एक बाघिन की कहानी है। उनके बारे में अनगिनत किस्सों में से प्रभात ने एक ऐसा किस्सा चुना है जो इंसानों और जंगली जानवरों की एकजुटता को दर्शाता है। संवेदनशील रूप से चित्रित, कहानी दिखाती है कि लाइटनिंग और लोग मिलकर रणथंभौर को वह स्थान बनाते हैं जो वह है। उगता सूरज-डूबता सूरज। वहाँ की रात है और रात का चाँद है और लाइटनिंग है। वह बोलती है तो पूरा जंगले बोल पड़ता है। सबको लगता है कि लाइटनिंग इस बार उनसे कुछ कह रही है।
A Camel for Kelam
- Author Name:
Anu Chowdhury
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- Description: Pabu's niece Kelam wants a camel for her birthday. So he sets out from Rajasthan for Lanka to look for one. Find out where this journey takes him. Phad is a folk art style practised by the Bhopa community of Rajasthan. The artist paints on a cloth scroll called phad. Phad art features stories of folk heroes, one of whom is Pabu. Level 2 reading is for children who recognise familiar words and can read new words with help.
The Banyan Tree
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Neela Subramaniam +11
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- Description: To every Indian, the Banyan tree is very sacred. This collection of 15 stories epitomizes all that the Banyan tree stands for and more. This book aims to instil in children strong, moral values. This is a collection of 15 value based stories.Edited by Navin Menon and illustrated by Saurabh Pandey.
