A stone-age hand axe, an enchantingly sculpted yakshi, the Koh-i-Noor diamond, and even an HMT watch—can these things have anything in common?
Yes, they can!
Each of these has been conceived by the human mind and shaped by the human hand. Each object has a voice, not just of rulers and conquerors, but also of the common people. Most significant of all, each carries stories of how communities and identities were built on the Indian subcontinent.
Spanning the entirety of Indian history, from prehistoric to contemporary times, the 100 objects and artefacts chronicled in this book have shaped our present. Learn about the people who created these amazing objects, their way of life and culture, and how these objects influenced our world.
Embellished with vibrant illustrations, this engaging book will fire the imagination of readers and make them look at our incredible material remains in a new light while helping them understand our diverse pasts.
Catagory: Children
Dreamers: Delightfully Illustrated Short Biographies to Inspire Young Readers
Do you dream of changing the world?
Here are ten tales of some exceptional girls and boys who dared to dream the impossible, and their first steps towards greatness in diverse fields.
They are Mahasweta Devi, Satyajit Ray, J.R.D. Tata, Bachendri Pal, Janaki Ammal, Salim Ali, P. T. Usha, R. K. Laxman and R. K. Narayan, P.C. Sorcar and Teejan Bai.
Illustrated in a style unique to each book, these are ten tales to inspire the Dreamer in you.
The box set has 10 books:
- The Girl Who Loved to Sing: Teejan Bai
- The Boy Who Played with Light: Satyajit Ray
- The Girl Who Was a Forest: Janaki Ammal
- The Boys Who Created Malgudi: R.K. Narayan and R.K. Laxman
- The Girl Who Climbed Mountains: Bachendri Pal
- The Boy Who Loved Birds: Salim Ali
- The Girl Who Loved Words: Mahasweta Devi
- The Girl Who Wanted to Run: P.T. Usha
- The Boy Who Wanted to Fly: J.R.D. Tata
- The Boy Who Built a Secret Garden: Nek Chand
Why should you buy this boxset?
- Discover the remarkable stories of ten extraordinary individuals who transformed their dreams into reality, from pioneering scientists to celebrated artists.
- Each tale is brought to life with a distinct art style, making every story visually engaging and memorable.
- Perfect for young readers and aspiring dreamers, this collection serves as a motivational tool to encourage perseverance and creativity.
- An ideal gift for anyone who needs a boost of inspiration and motivation in their journey toward achieving their dreams.
Greek Gods, Monsters and Heroes (Read and Colour): Read and Colour, all-in-one storybook, picture book, and colouring book for children by Devdutt Pattanaik, India’s most-loved mythologist | Puffin Books
An all-in-one storybook, picture book and colouring book from India’s most-loved mythologist.
Devdutt Pattanaik introduces popular characters from Greek mythology to a new generation of readers-with a masala twist. Greek Gods, Monsters and Heroes is perfect as a read-aloud to acquaint young readers with the fantastic ancient Greek tales of valour, beauty and wonder.
Curated with fascinating bite-sized introductions-to well-known gods like Zeus and Poseidon, heroes like Heracles and Bellerophon, and monsters like Cyclops and Minotaur-it features over forty playful artworks of Greeks in Indian clothing along with dedicated colouring pages.
One-of-a-kind, this book is a must-have for every curious mythology enthusiast and budding artist!
Ladybird Tales: The Classic Collection (1-10 Tuckbox)
Ladybird Tales are based on the original Ladybird retellings, with beautiful pictures of the kind children like best – full of richness and detail.
Children have always loved, and will always remember, these classic fairy tales and sharing them together is an experience to treasure.
Ladybird has published fairy tales for over forty-five years, bringing the magic of traditional stories to each new generation of children.
This beautiful hardback collection is a perfect first illustrated introduction to this classic fairy tale for young readers from 3+.
Ladybird Tales The Classic Collection 10 Books Set includes:
Cinderella, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Hansel and Gretel, Jack and the Beanstalk, Little Red Riding Hood, Pinocchio, The Enormous Turnip, The Gingerbread Man, The Three Little Pigs, The Ugly Duckling.
What Happens After Midnight
From the bestselling author of The Summer of Broken Rules comes a new coming-of-age romance about senior year, first love, and finding yourself.
Lily Hopper has two more weeks until she’s officially finished with boarding school. With graduation quickly approaching Lily is worried that she’s somehow missed out on the fun of being in high school. So, when she receives a mysterious note inviting her to join the anonymous senior class Jester in executing the end-of-year prank, Lily sees her chance to put her goody-two-shoes reputation behind her.
When Lily realizes the Jester is none other than Taggart Swell, her ex- boyfriend, she’s already in too deep to back out. Lily might’ve dumped Tag, but she still has major feelings. Plus, his brilliant plan to steal the school’s yearbooks, targets none other than Lily’s prom date: the Senior Class President, Daniel.
As the group of pranksters hide cryptic clues across campus for Daniel to find, Lily and Tag find themselves in close quarters. As the exes dodge Campus Safety guards, night owl teachers, a troop of freshmen, and even Daniel himself, new sparks fly. But old hurts and painful secrets refuse to be ignored. And with graduation on the horizon, Lily can only hope that breaking the rules will help mend her heart.
Perfect for fans of:
Taylor Swift
The Summer I Turned Pretty
Sarah Dessen
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Puffin Mahabharat (Hindi)/Mahabharat/महाभारत
‘प्राचीन भारत भूमि को भारतवर्ष के नाम से जाना जाता था। उस समय दो परिवारों के बीच एक झगड़ा शुरू हुआ, जो धीरे-धीरे रक्तपात में बदल गया। कुरु वंश के चचेरे भाइयों के बीच लड़ा गया यह भयानक युद्ध अब भारत की पौराणिक कथाओं और इतिहास का हिस्सा बन चुका है। तब से लाखों बार बताई और दोहराई गई महाभारत की यह कथा हार और जीत के बारे में तो है ही, साथ ही विनयशीलता और साहस के बारे में भी है। यह अब तक सुनाई गई सबसे महान गाथा है।’
नमिता गोखले भारत के सबसे समृद्ध साहित्यिक खज़ाने में से मनुष्यों और देवताओं की इस कालातीत कहानी को नई पीढ़ी के लिए साफ-सुथरे ढंग से फिर सुनाकर उसमें छिपी वीरता, छल, महिमा और निराशा की कहानियाँ सामने लाती हैं। चित्रकार और एनिमेटर शुद्धसत्व बसु की बनाई विचारशील चित्रों की शानदार कड़ी मनोहारी दृश्यों के ज़रिए इस महाकाव्य को साकार करती है। अपनी सामग्री और प्रस्तुति में बेजोड़, महाभारत – नई पीढ़ी के लिए हर पाठक को पसन्द आएगी।
Biji’s in the Kitchen! (Hook Book): A funny, illustrated story about a Punjabi grandmother who cannot cook | Perfect for 5+ years
Slimy bhindi curry, anyone? Biji is freestyle and fun. But when she is in the kitchen, everyone, beware!
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.
The Big Bad Fight (Hook Book): A fun, illustrated story about two best friends who have a fight | Perfect for 5+ years
Best friends Anna and Kichu are collectors of incredible things. But one day, they have a nasty fight. Will things ever be the same again?
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.
Mahalaxmi Will Go to Mysore (hOle book): A compelling chapter book based on how friendship overcomes social differences | Perfect for 7+ years
Ira’s new friend Mahalaxmi is different from everyone else in the class. When Mahalaxmi can’t come on the class trip to Mysore, Ira knows she has to find a way. But will Mahalaxmi let her classmates help her?
Dhara’s Revolution
Sarvaloka Public School calls children ‘future citizens’ but makes every decision without ever talking to the students. Nine-year-old Dhara is determined to change that. She sparks a revolution, and gets the whole school to vote for the very first time. However, caught in the storm of elections, Dhara loses sight of what is really important to her.
Can she find her way back to what truly matters before everything spirals out of control?