Random Curiosity Volume-I
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Curiosity is the fundamental basis for the process of learning. It helps children to explore, question and often wonder about the world they live in. This book puts together many such questions randomly posted to Prof. Yash Pal, like 'Why does the inner surface of the car wind shield get foggy when it is raining outside?'; 'Why do tears taste salty?'; 'What are stem stells?': 'Has the discovery of quarks challenged the idea of quantization of charge?' and even 'Does God exist?'. Whatever the question, Prof. Yash Pal's answers are always marked by their simplicity, honesty and a gradual unravelling of the scientific basis behind each.
Covering a wide array of subjects, this book with about
300 questions arranged randomly, makes an interesting read for all.
Prof. Yash Pal, a distinguished scientist, educationist and visionary, has always encouraged children to ask questions and believes that curiosity is what makes us human. An architect of India's space programme, Prof. Yash Pal was the former Chairman of the UGC, as well as the former Secretary to the Govt. of India, Department of Science & Technology. He has been the major force behind the latest National Curriculum Framework for school children.
Dr. Rahul Pal is presently working as a scientist at the National Institute of Immunology, New Delhi. After receiving his Masters degree in iological sciences from BITS Pilani, Rajasthan,
Dr. Rahul Pal did his Ph.D. in Biochemistry from AIIMS, New Delhi.
ISBN: 9788123761060
Pages: 258
Avg Reading Time: 9 hrs
Age: 11-18
Country of Origin: India
Godam
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Vinod Kumar Shukla +1
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- Description: मास्टर कहानीकार, विनोद कुमार शुक्ला की एक ऐसे व्यक्ति की बहुत ही मार्मिक लघु कहानी है जो एक पेड़ वाले घर में रहना चाहता है। उनके वर्तमान घर में करंज का पेड़ है। करंज की पत्तियाँ और फूल उसके घर में उड़ते हैं क्योंकि हवा उसकी सुगंध उड़ा देती है। एक दिन मालिक ने उससे घर खाली करने को कहा. उसने तलाश की और एक पेड़ वाले दूसरे घर की तलाश की। अब कम से कम घरों में एक पेड़ लगाया जा सकता है। आपका क्या करते हैं? वह कहाँ रहेगा? अनुभवी चित्रकार, तपोशी घोषाल के पानी के रंग के चित्र एक दृश्य आनंद हैं। इतने कम रंगों के साथ, वह करंज के पेड़ को उसके सभी साथियों - घर और कबूतरों के साथ जीवंत कर सकती है। चित्रण के माध्यम से, वह न केवल पुस्तक का एक शांत और शांत मूड बनाती है, बल्कि वह इसकी प्रस्तुति में परिपक्वता की भावना भी जोड़ती है।
Taul Tapul
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Shyam Sushil +1
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- Description: Shyam Sushil's 26 poems are funny, witty. Rooted in our everyday life, you wouldn't find a poem without humour. This is the most neglected province of Hindi poetry. Children will not only read this but also transcend its boundaries to write their own poems and hum them. Another quality of these poems is its simplicity. These poems play with language by taking it away from its prevalent meaning. At times, you will find poems that build on the commonly used play songs. All poems would easily become your own...you would hear them once and find yourself humming soon after. Gauravi Sharma has made beautiful collages for each one of these poems.
Patar Patar
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Akshay Rana +1
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Ekki Dokki
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Sandhya Rao
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- Description: An endearing Marathi folktale about two sisters. Ekkesvali has one hair on her head. Dhonkesvali has two and thinks she's great. What happens when they meet an old woman who lives alone in a clearing right in the middle of the forest? This folktale takes on a special joyousness with Ranjan De's stylised representations and is full of interesting details and happy triangles.
For the Love Of A Cat
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Rosalind Wilson +1
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- Description: A painter loves his cat as much as he loves painting. But when the starving artist is commissioned to paint a picture of the Buddha, he must choose between his art and his pet Ö A colourful read that introduces children to the common thread of feelings running through all living things.
The Night Sky
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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.
How To Weigh An Elephant
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Geeta Dharmarajan +1
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- Description: Where has everybody gone? Oh! They are busy finding out the weight of King’s favourite elephant! Wondering how this will be done? Join Leelavati as she solves this math mystery for you! “Everything about this book is just right — The layout, the font size, the appropriate use of language and of course the illustrations.” — Young India Books “Filled with paper-craft illustrations, this book is very colourful and is full of problem-solving concepts.” — RobinAge For age 6+
Ha.. Ha.. Hasya!
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Ashok Rajagopalan
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- Description: The devas are at the gates of the asura kingdom, raring to wage war. But the asuras turn up unarmed and jolly! Is their king, Hasyasura, up to something? Does he have a secret weapon? Indra, king of the gods, is suspicious. Narada sends Hasya sura, the teen deva, as spy from the sky to uncover the plans of his almost-namesake down under. There, in the hurly-burly of Patala politics he meets more than his match in Princess Shantaswaroopa who has ideas of her own to resolve the eternal enmity between suras and asuras! A laugh out loud story that makes a pitch for sporting wars.
Kaisa Kaisa Khana
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Prabhat +1
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Malar's Big House
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Thirupurasundari Sevvel
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- Description: Malar loves to build things. What will she build today.
Days With Thathu
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Geeta Dharmarajan +1
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- Description: A magically beautiful story about Malar and her grandfather. A laptime, bedtime, anytime story for you to share. Enjoy! A beginnerís book for children learning to read.
Colour-Colour Kamini
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Radhika Chadha
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- Description: Kapila Aunty is teaching the little chameleons how to change colour, one at a time. But Kamini gets excited and goes red, purple, green, yellow . . . she just can’t stop! The flashy-splashy third story in the ever popular series about Bahadur the baby elephant!
Goondi Veetilekku Varumo?
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Adithi Rao
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- Description: Muthu’s constant companion is a rooster called Goondi. But her grandfather tells her not to get too attached to Goondi, since he belongs to Selvi Paati. And the village head wants to buy him for his son’s wedding feast… Muthu can’t bear the thought! So, she makes her move and Thatha makes his, in this tender story about what a dear friend is worth. Pictures add richness and depth to this layered narrative set in an Irula fishing village in Tamil Nadu. Their varying tones and textures capture the setting, the people and the moments.
Warrior Women
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Tara Anand
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- Description: Flashing swords, firing guns, charging on horseback, planning strategies and talking peace… These women did it all, and how! Sweeping aside the myth that it takes a man to fight and rule and protect, they led from the front, went fearlessly into battle, fought against injustice, and took care of their people. Some were royalty, some ordinary – but all had remarkable courage and determination. These twelve warriors burst powerfully out through the dynamic energy of the visuals. Brief word portraits and snippets give a peek into their turbulent and fascinating lives.
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?
I Won’t Wash My Hair
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Aparna Kapur
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- Description: 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.
Sihi Sihi Mundappa
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Malavika Shetty
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- Description: Raw, green, sour and crunchy. Or ripe, golden, plump and soft. Summer time is mango time, a time children wait for – blazing sun, sticky mango juice ringing their mouths and dripping down their fingers. The sweet, simple story and luscious pictures evoke delicious flavours of hot days, warm friendships and the smell of mango in the air.
A Book For Puchku
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Deepanjana Pal
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- Description: Puchku has run out of books to read. Then she discovers more books in the top shelf of the library bookcase. But Puchku is small, and the bookcase tall. How will she ever get to her beloved books? Written by Deepanjana Pal Illustrated by Rajiv Eipe READING LEVEL: 03, for the children who are ready to read on their own
Ayyo… That Parrot!
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Abhi Krish
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- Description: Murali is being chased… by a parrot! Like all parrots this one keeps repeating what he says, but also keeps copying what he DOES. What kind of a bothersome bird is this that has Murali in a flap? Find out in this charming caper of a story! Adding whimsy to the chase is the fun-filled use of different languages. Playful pictures capture what it means to be followed by a pesky parrot most children will recognise.
Orbit- Media
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Rajnish Sharma
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