हिन्दी में 5-7 साल से 13-14 साल तक के बच्चों के लिए मनोरंजक लेकिन शिक्षाप्रद एवं प्रेरणादायी कहानियों का अभाव लगने पर मन हुआ कि कुछ लिखा जाए। आसपास जो कुछ भी पहले से रचा हुआ था, उस पर नज़री डाली तो कई सारी कमियाँ नज़र आईं, जैसे—अधिकतर किताबों या कार्टून सीरीज में कहानी का नायक लड़का है, लड़की नहीं। इसके अलावा दशकों पहले लिखी गई कहानियों से आज के दौर का बच्चा ख़ुद को जोड़ नहीं पाता, उनसे सीख नहीं पाता। आज के समाज के बच्चों की चुनौतियाँ भी अलग हैं। बच्चे खेल के मैदान में नहीं, मोबाइल फ़ोन के गेम में उलझे हैं। स्कूल सिर्फ़ उन्हें नौकरी पाने के तरीक़े सिखा रहा है, अच्छा इंसान बनाने के लिए कोई प्रयास नहीं है। भला हो दिल्ली सरकार का जिसने अपने स्कूल के बच्चों के लिए हैप्पीनेस करिकुलम शुरू किया। बच्चों के लिए हिन्दी की कहानियों की उपलब्धता और उनकी आवश्यकताओं के बीच के अन्तर ने इस किताब को जन्म दिया।
—इसी पुस्तक से
टपकी और उसकी दिलचस्प दुनिया। इसमें हर बच्चा अपनी हिस्सेदारी महसूस करेगा और हर बड़ा इसमें दाख़िल होकर बच्चा हो जाना चाहेगा।
—आबिद सुरती
ISBN: 9789388933575
Pages: 84
Avg Reading Time: 3 hrs
Age: 18+
Country of Origin: India
Piu Aur Patangu
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Sorit Gupto
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The Boy Who Built a Secret Garden: Nek Chand
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Lavanya Karthik
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- Description: Before Nek Chand built his iconic garden, he was a boy with a dream—of home.
Dosti Ka Hath
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Usha Yadav
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The Price of Our Silence
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Hanadi Falki
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- Description: Is silence ever the answer? How would you react when you know that one of your best friends is lying to you? Who would you trust? Working on top Hollywood projects in the 3D stereoscopy industry is not as rewarding as zuby thought. Along with mounting work pressure and an arranged marriage to escape from, Ruby is forced to either speak up or accept her fate silently. The hidden truths and half lies from her best friends, Adi and Tanya, only make matters worse. Will Adi owe up to his dark secret? Will Tanya accept the reality finally? With a professional background from 3D stereoscopy industry, hanadi falki has brought to life an engaging account of the lives of these youngsters in the price of our silence as they face to the industry's dark secrets of exploitation, favouritism and company politics.
A Harappan Adventure
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Sunila Gupte
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- Description: 2570 BCE, Bagasra Village, Harappa, India Twelve-year-old Avani is a happy-go-lucky, adventurous Harappan girl, who loves to play with her friends Tavishi, Delshad and Ambar. The wedding of the Village Elder’s daughter Ketika brings fresh excitement into their lives. However, something sinister is afoot, as Avani realizes when she overhears a mysterious conversation between two men. Other incidents, like a bizarre robbery and a fire at the grain storeroom, add to the tension. Do these unconnected events point to a bigger plan? How is the monk from far-off China linked to all this? Will Avani and her friends’ quick thinking unmask this plan, and save the honour of Bagasra village and Harappa?
The Letter to Lahore
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Tanu Shree Singh
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- Description: Sarchi, 1921 When Dak Chacha comes to visit, Luxmi feels only joy and excitement. But this time, there is something dark underfoot-Chacha is worried and there are policemen coming to search their house. Luxmi learns that both Dak Chacha and her mother are involved-in their own small ways-in the struggle for liberation from the unjust laws and practices that the British regime forces on all of them. This makes her determined to be part of it too. Even if that means undertaking a risky mission which no one else is able to do . . . The Songs of Freedom series explores the lives of children across India during the struggle for independence. The series complements school textbooks about the independence movement. As the stories are told from a child’s point of view, these stories bring the facts of the independence movement to vivid life in settings all over the country—and inspire each reader to engage with the idea of India.
Gudiya Rang Bharegi : Gudiya Aur Dada
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Ashok Maheshwari
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Jamuna Begs To Differ
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Priti David +1
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- Description: “That’s all? You mean to tell me that school will now cost us money? Out of the question! You should stop these dreams now,” he said angrily. No girl from Jamuna’s community had ever studied beyond Class 4. But she has other plans: she wants to go to college! As she grows, however, the possibility of being forced to drop out of school looms above her. Jamuna certainly has it in her to fight all odds, but will circumstances relent? Priti David plots the tough journey of a young girl who can never be sure of her future, yet won’t give up. this story is for the age group 10-15 years and is in partnership with People's Archive of Rural India.
Tales from Indian Mythology
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Wonder House
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- Description: Explore the richness of Indian mythology and culture with this beautifully illustrated shrink-wrapped pack of 10 storybooks. Specially crafted for young readers, each book in the collection introduces children to legendary tales of gods, goddesses, heroes, and epic adventures from ancient India. Written in simple language and filled with vivid, engaging illustrations, these stories bring the spiritual and moral essence of Indian traditions to life.
Postcard from the Lushai Brigade
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Hannah Lalhlanpuii
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- Description: Aizawl, 1942 The world that the young boy at the heart of this story is growing up in is filled with magic and the simple joys of life with his brother Kima. Even the British presence in the Lushai Hills, so resented by some, does not affect him, except as a source of interesting and different things and people. But as the Japanese prepare to invade their land, Kima joins up with the British Indian Army, and the days of simple joy are over . . . The Songs of Freedom series explores the lives of children across India during the struggle for independence.
The Life and Times of Pratapa Mudaliar
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Meenakshi Tygarajan
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- Description: Katha presents the first Tamil novel, originally published more than 125 year ago. “The book has … rare merits and its popularity has been so great that the first edition ran out in a few months.” — The Hindu
The Bandits Of Bombay
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Satyajit Ray
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- Description: A murder in an elevator. A trail of heady perfume. The nanasaheb’s priceless naulakha necklace. Feluda, Topshe and Jatayu are in Bombay where Jatayu’s latest book is being filmed under the title Jet Bahadur. Soon after Jatayu hands over a package to a man in a red shirt, a murder takes place in the high-rise where the producer lives. Feluda and his companions find themselves in the midst of one of their most thrilling adventures ever, with a hair-raising climax aboard a train during location shooting
Lost In Translation
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Tanvi Parulkar +1
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- Description: “Nobody understands me here, Amma… How do I explain what I am feeling?” Tears rolled down his cheeks, his nose running. Giri’s parents are forced to leave their serene abode in Uttar Pradesh and migrate to a big city in search of work. By the time Giri adapts to the new place, they migrate again. He tries his best to keep up with the constantly changing surroundings – he finds kind friends and encouraging teachers along the way. But will Giri ever be able to find a place he can call home again? Jyoti Shinoli portrays the heart-rending story of a young boy whose life never ceases to be in flux – yet who rises against all adversities and discovers the most important lesson of all. Age 10-15 years, in partnership with People's Archive of Rural India.
The Boy Who Played with Light: Satyajit Ray
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Lavanya Karthik
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- Description: Before Satyajit Ray became a world-famous film maker, he was a little boy who saw many things in the shadows. A delightfully illustrated short biography that will inspire young readers.
Mishka Jhool Rahi Hai Jhoola
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Prayag Shukla
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- Description: ‘मिश्का झूल रही है झूला’ प्रयाग शुक्ल की बाल-कविताओं का संग्रह है। बाल-कविताओं की तुकबंदी और लयात्मकता इनकी विशिष्टता है। ये कविताएँ बच्चों को अपने ध्वनि प्रभाव के साथ आकर्षित करती हैं। कह सकते हैं कि इस संग्रह की कविताओं में बाल-सुलभ जिज्ञासाएँ विद्यमान हैं। रेखाचित्रों के कारण यह और रोचक हो गई है।
Saam Daam Dand Bhed
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Mridula Garg
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Akbar and Birbal
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Wonder House
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- Description: An enchanting collection of the beloved tales of Emperor Akbar and his witty advisor, Birbal. The tales showcase Birbal's wit, intelligence, and charm as he solves complex problems and navigates the mysteries. Timeless Tales of Wisdom and Wit! Beautiful and vibrant illustrations Explores themes of loyalty and friendship Imparts valuable lessons on wisdom, justice, and cleverness Suitable for all ages Introduces glorious heritage of India
Dhan Ki Khan-Khan
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Viki Arya
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Pashu -Palan
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Hardeep Singh
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Mulla Nasruddin Ke Kisse
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Nirupma
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