Raya held her first spider when she was just four! She loves to roam around the backyard looking for creepy crawlies. One day she spots a spider as big as her palm – an Argiope anasuja, her scientist mother tells her. Raya watches it closely, and discovers it doing something strange. A simple storyline and dramatic illustrations draw children into the web of this spider. Once in, they get to meet a multitasker who is an architect, web designer, silk spinner, weaver and above all, a protective mother. A book that changes the way they might look at small critters.

Aadya looks just like her mother (Aai) same little nose, same delicate ears, same big eyes and identical thick, long hair. But one day, Aai goes away to a big hospital with a promise to return before she learns her next Math lesson. The long-awaited return shocks Aadya because her mother now looks entirely unlike her. She wonders if Aai will ever greet her with her usual cheery, "Hello! Mini-me." Or will She have to take matters into her own hands to hear that again? With lyrical prose and a tender touch, Aai and I is an empowering story about the bond between a mother and a daughter and of the little one finding her own identity as she no longer 'looks' the same as her mother. Mamta Nainy captures Elan Aadya's innocence, impatience, and dilemma, and Sanket Pethkar's vibrant, gorgeous artwork brings to life the nuanced see-saw of the child's emotions in this Maharashtrian household.

Surge and soar and swirl and roar with a little friend and the dust storm as they take you along for a magical ride across the skies. Perky pictures, catchy rhyme, foot-tapping rhythm and some fantastical creatures waiting to jump into the adventure, itís a fun read all the way!

Here is a boy who likes his school a lot, but is sure that his school does not like him back. His classmates bully him. His teachers shout at him. But there is a pond full of fish — where he discovers that he’s not alone. READING LEVEL: 04, for older children who can read with confidence. Written by Jairaj Singh Illustrated by Bhargavi Rudraraju

So you want a pet – any pet – and your mommy says NO. And so, you try your luck with Daddy, but dear, oh dear, he gets it all wrong! What will you do?

You CAN read this little book, but you CAN’T dislike it! And if little children CAN’T read it, they CAN enjoy the charming illustrations! Level 1:for very young children who are eager to begin reading and listening to stories

This is a Board Book and not a Hard Bound Book. Discover PASSION with Aditi Pant, the first Indian woman oceanographer. This simple text written in verse is the perfect way to introduce little readers to BIG VALUES. This is a Board Book and not a Hard Bound Book.

Can you and your mom meet in your dreams? Shashi Sablok’s story comes alive in Uma Ketha’s colours. Even the fish and the water seem to have a character. Just like the artist, her characters also love to talk. Age group 6-8 years

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?

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!

When the Royal Chapati Cook quits, there is no one to make the fluffy-puffy chapatis that the king loves. Can they find another champion chapati maker at the Grand Chapati Contest? 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.

An adorable tale about a most unlikely friendship, and a perfect prezzie for the little ones!

Our World invites us to read beyond simple text and see beyond vivid illustrations to rediscover something we already know: The earth is our home, and we are all connected through visible and invisible threads. Our World helps us to remember this. Joyously. Age group 6-8 years

Ever feel stuck in the same routine every day? So did a little ant named Antara! Tired of the ordinary, she decided it was time for a change—something exciting, something bold. Join Antara on a delightful adventure and discover where her curiosity leads her. You never know what surprises await just around the corner! This beautiful story not only takes readers on Antara’s exciting journey but also introduces the fascinating homes and nests of different insects along the way. With its blend of adventure and learning, it’s a perfect read for young minds—and an excellent addition to any school classroom or library!

Lined up on a street are noisy motorbikes, honking cars, crowded buses, impatient autos... In their midst sits a queenly Maharani! At the heart of this funny little vignette is a cool-as-a-cucumber cow, an all too familiar character of an Indian streetscape. Nancy Raj’s full-of-life pictures bustle with detail and drama, capturing the bovine and the boisterous as everyone tries to unseat her highness. 2018: The Hindu Young World-Goodbooks Award – Best Picture Book 2018: Honor Book, South Asia Book Award

In the palanquin sits the graceful bride and four able men bear her with pride. In the glorious ways of Indian tradition, sing to the beat of this springy ride.

"तुम मेरी जिंदगी हो—गोपी, गोपेचा, गोपेश, गोपीनाथ, गोपाल राव, गोपाल स्वामी, गोपू। यह गोपी नाम के एक कुत्ते और उसे गोद लेने वाले प्यारे परिवार की कहानी है। इस किताब में बताया गया है कि कैसे जल्द ही गोपी सफेद फर वाले छोटे से पिल्ले से एक युवा कुत्ते में बदल जाता है। वह अपनी दुनिया से अच्छी तरह परिचित है। उसके आस-पास रहने वाले लोग उसका नाम पुकारें, इससे पहले ही वह उनके मन की बात समझ जाता है। सुधा मूर्ति की अनूठी शैली में लिखी यह साधारण सी कहानी एक कुत्ते के नजरिए से प्रस्तुत की गई है, जो हमें बताती है कि पालतू जानवर अपने प्यार, समर्पण और असीमित प्यार के कारण ही इतने खास बन जाते हैं। सुधा मूर्ति की यह पुस्तक हर उम्र के लोगों के लिए है, क्योंकि गोपी बच्चों के साथ-साथ बड़ों के दिलों को भी अपने प्यार से भर देता है। ‘गोपी की डायरी’ बच्चों के लिए लिखी तीन पुस्तकों की शृंखला है। इस शृंखला की पहली पुस्तक ‘घर आना’ है। "

Sadiq enjoys stitching colorful patterns on rugs, despite his mother reminding him that boys in their community typically tend to livestock instead of stitching. However, Sadiq is determined to pursue his passion. This heartwarming story challenges gender norms and sheds light on the declining shepherd craft of Kashmir. It is beautifully written by Mamta Nainy and illustrated with watercolor scenes by renowned artist Niloufer Wadia.

Lined up on a street are noisy motorbikes, honking cars, crowded buses, impatient autos... In their midst sits a queenly Maharani! At the heart of this funny little vignette is a cool-as-a-cucumber cow, an all too familiar character of an Indian streetscape. Nancy Raj’s full-of-life pictures bustle with detail and drama, capturing the bovine and the boisterous as everyone tries to unseat her highness. 2018: The Hindu Young World-Goodbooks Award – Best Picture Book 2018: Honor Book, South Asia Book Award

It’s Monday morning. Time for school. And his model of the earth…? Chintu Chitnis suddenly remembers he hasn’t made it! There’s a last-minute scramble to finish the project, with his little sister Pihu pitching in not very helpfully. And then, in school, Chintu finds an entire continent missing! Where did it go? Set in a Konkani household, this light and humorous story with playful pictures is a quick first introduction to the continents of the world.