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My Little Book of Onam

This charming board book explores the customs, traditions and stories behind the vibrant festival of Onam.
Immerse yourself in the traditional dances, boat races, cultural costumes and grand feasts that define the ten-day celebrations of Kerala’s harvest festival. Experience the magic of rituals, community and delicious food, and discover how festivals bring families and friends together.
Collect all books in the series!

About the Series:

  • AGE APPROPRIATE: Written in simple language to make reading easy for readers 3 and up
  • STURDY AND DURABLE: Perfect for learning and interacting with the format
  • RELEVANT TOPICS: Important and topical themes that would resonate with kids
  • PERFECTLY SIZED BOOKS: Easy, convenient and handy format
  • BRIGHT AND FUN PICTURES: To keep your young ones interested and engaged
  • A PERFECT GIFT SET: For a holistic learning experience

Rattu and Poorie’s Adventures in History: Animals in Art | Indian History, Art and Wildlife Stories for Kids | Illustrated Historical Fiction | Ages 7+

Rattu and Poorie are having perfectly ordinary days: a quiet afternoon at home, a long car ride to the beach, a lazy morning in the park with Papa and Roundy the cat. But ordinary days never stay ordinary for long.

A hunting hound appears to tell the tale of an ancient hero stone. A bull, a unicorn and a tiger step out of the Indus Valley Civilization, carrying secrets from ancient seals. And in a lakeside park, a gloomy dodo and two lovestruck saras cranes arrive from Emperor Jahangir’s royal collection with memories the world must never forget.

So begin Rattu and Poorie’s grand adventures through India’s past, where imperial birds, heroic animals and forgotten creatures bring history to life through stories and art.

My First Sudha Murty Stories: A Treasury of Illustrated Stories for Children | Full-Colour Hardback | Ages 5+

Filled with magical adventures, memorable characters and heartwarming tales, this volume brings together
some of Sudha Murty’s most beloved stories in one delightful collection. Wonder-filled, timeless and full of warmth, this is the perfect companion for young readers discovering the joy of stories and a keepsake
they’ll return to for years to come.

It includes these timeless tales:

How the Sea Became Salty

A long, long time ago, seawater was sweet and drinkable. How it became salty is a remarkable story.

How the Onion Got Its Layers

Have you noticed how the onion has so many layers? And have you seen your mother’s eyes water when she cuts an onion? Here is a remarkable story to tell you why.

How the Earth Got Its Beauty

Have you ever stopped to marvel at the earth’s beauty: at snow-capped mountains and oceans so deep; at colourful flowers and extraordinary animals? The tale of how such beauty came into existence is a curious one indeed.

How the Mango Got Its Magic

We all love the sweetness of mango and how it quenches our thirst on a hot summer day, but have you ever wondered how the mango got its magical sweetness?

How the Bamboo Got Its Bounty

In a lush, green forest, a shy, unassuming tree is presented with a reward by the forest queen. This makes
all the forest inhabitants curious . . .

How to Be Happy with Who You Are

The young Princess of the Sea wants to be like her friends-strong like a mountain, sweet like a river, or full of life and colour like a tree. But with each change, she faces new surprises.

India after Nonalignment

The deep roots of India’s changing role in international affairs

In 1947, India’s adoption of a strategy of nonalignment was primarily seen as a way to preserve the country’s sovereignty and independence amid Cold War rivalry. But what if preservation was actually ambition?

India After Nonalignment traces the history and evolution of India’s foreign policy to uncover a century-old aspiration: the nation’s ambition to become a distinct pole—a centre of power, norms, and geopolitical activity—in a multipolar world. Using a fresh conceptual framework, Jacob examines how India’s old nonalignment policy, ongoing aversion to military alliances, and recent enactment of strategic autonomy have collectively been driven by this deeply rooted desire to become a consequential and unique actor in foreign affairs. He discusses India’s paradigm shift from a reactive posture to a proactive role in shaping international norms and culture, the balance of power, and the future implications of these aspirations for its foreign policy behaviour.

As the country’s growing power and geopolitical significance make its ambitions more explicit, Jacob provides the perspective necessary for scholars, students, and other readers interested in international relations and South Asian studies to better understand how India perceives its journey in the international system.

50 Sentences That Make Life Easier Hindi / 50 Wakya Aasaan Zindagi Ke Liye / 50 वाक्य आसान ज़िंदगी के लिए

50 वाक्य जो आसान ज़िंदगी के लिए एक प्रेरणादायक पुस्तक है, जो जीवन को सरल, संतुलित और सकारात्मक दृष्टिकोण से देखने की राह दिखाती है। इसमें शामिल 50 वाक्य हमारे दैनिक जीवन की उलझनों में स्पष्टता, शांति और आत्मविश्वास लाने का संदेश देते हैं। हर वाक्य एक छोटा विचार है, जो बड़े बदलाव की शुरुआत कर सकता है। यह किताब उन सभी के लिए है, जो अपनी सोच को नया आकार देकर जीवन को हल्का, सहज और अर्थपूर्ण बनाना चाहते हैं।

Timelines of World War II

Discover the key events in the war that shaped the modern world – moment by moment.

An accessible overview of the moments and milestones of the Second World War, Timelines of World War II offers a fresh angle on the subject, bringing the conflict to life through contemporary photos, documents, maps, and artefacts of importance.

This World War II book offers an accessible and visually engaging overview of the key events of the Second World War. Each page outlines key moments that comprise the timeline from before the war, during and after. Entries also include details of important people, battles, tactics, and technologies.

In this world war book, you can find:

An introduction to the Second World War that explores the key events of the conflict through visual timelines Profile boxes bring to life the people, new technology, and milestone events that altered the course of history. Entries that explore the key events and turning points in all of the main theatres of war.

Essential insights into the experiences of leaders, soldiers, and civilians involved.

Timelines of World War II is a must-have volume for general readers interested in history and military history, politics and history students, whether as a gift or self-purchase and is an ideal book for families, schools and libraries alike!

Timelines of World History

A stunning visual celebration of the world’s key historical events, key moments, defining eras and outstanding people who have helped shape history like never before.

If you could travel back in time, where would you go first? Who would you most want to meet? What pivotal moment in history would you most like to experience? This awe-inspiring history book may be able to help you answer those questions and more!

Introducing Timelines of World History – a visual and informative celebration of the most exciting and influential moments in history and a look back at some of the most pivotal moments and people who have defined history over the years. From the origins of the first humans to the political turmoil of the 21st century, this all-encompassing history book brings the key milestones of world history vividly to life, explaining each of them through contemporary artworks, photographs, documents, maps, and artefacts.

So prepare to dive deep into the pages of past, which promises:

– Explains events visually, showing what happened through striking, image-led timelines
– Paintings, photographs, maps, and artefacts to tell the story of key historical milestones
– Feature spreads showcase key turning points in history within wider social and historical context
– Accessible approach to key events in world history – laid out episode by episode

A must-have volume for history enthusiasts who want to see the past come to life, including students of history and politics, as well as a gift or self-purchase for those seeking an inspiring window into history, this all-encompassing history fact-book truly does have something for everyone to love.

DK is ready to take you on an inspiring journey into the past and beyond. Are you coming with us?

Big Ideas The Physics Book

Learn about the Big Bang theory, astrophysics and gravity in The Physics Book.

Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Physics in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for beginners looking to learn and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Physics Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in.

This captivating book will broaden your understanding of physics with:

– More than 100 ground-breaking ideas in this field of science
– Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts
– A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout
– Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding

The Physics Book is the perfect introduction to the science, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you’ll discover more than 90 of the most important laws and theories in the history of physics and the great minds behind them. If you’ve ever wondered exactly how physicists formulated and proved groundbreaking abstract concepts, this is the perfect book for you.

Your Physics Questions, Simply Explained

How do magnets generate electricity? What is antimatter? Is time travel possible? If you thought it was difficult to learn the many laws and concepts of physics, The Physics Book presents key information in a clear layout. Learn about Pythagoras’s observations on music, Galileo’s experiments with spheres and Isaac Newton’s theories of gravity and laws of motion with superb mind maps and step-by-step summaries.

The Big Ideas Series With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Physics Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

Big Ideas The World War II Book

Learn about the rise of Adolf Hitler, Pearl Harbour and the D-Day Landings in The WWII Book.

Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about World War 2 in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for beginners looking to learn and war experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The WWII Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in.

This captivating book will broaden your understanding of World War 2, with:

– More than 100 ground-breaking ideas on the Second World War
– Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts
– A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout
– Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding

The World War II Book is the perfect introduction to the biggest war in history, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject, and politics and history students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you’ll discover more than 90 of the key ideas and events during and surrounding the conflict, through exciting text and bold graphics. If you’ve ever wanted to know the crucial events of World War 2 and the people behind them, this is the perfect book for you.

Discover the key battles, tactics, technologies and turning points of the Second World War – the epic conflict that shaped the modern world. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the many events and key figures of World War 2, The WWII Book presents vital information in a clear layout. From Fascism in the 1930s to Pearl Harbour, Hitler and Nazi Germany to the bombing of Hiroshima – superb mind maps and step-by-step summaries will teach you all the main concepts.

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