‘A great library is freedom. And that freedom must not be compromised. It must be available to all who need it, and that’s everyone, when they need it, and that’s always.’–Ursula le Guin
Libraries. We love them. Tyrants tremble before them. There are children in the world desperate for them, and people who are willing to put their own lives at risk to save them.
In this book, you’ll discover the oldest libraries, and the largest ones. You’ll find libraries in battlefields, in Antarctica and even in space. You’ll come across libraries in boats, on the backs of donkeys and elephants, and in telephone booths. And you will meet amazing people who will do almost anything to take libraries to people who need them
In this celebration of libraries, Shruthi Rao and Anuradha Jagalur bring together inspiring and fascinating stories to delight all those who love books and libraries.
After the huge success of How the Sea Became Salty and How the Onion Got Its Layers, Sudha Murty brings to you a brand new tale as part of her gorgeous chapter book series for young readers.
Excellent artwork that helps expand a child’s imagination, easy to read and understand.
A remarkable story narrated simply and endearingly for young readers.
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.
India’s favourite storyteller brings alive this timeless tale with her inimitable wit and simplicity. Tricked out with enchanting illustrations, this gorgeous chapter book is the ideal introduction for beginners to the world of Sudha Murty.
‘The latest edition in the wonderful Butterfingers series Smash It, Butterfingers! shows Khyrunnisa at her entertaining best. Having launched (and enjoyed) every one of his previous adventures, I was delighted to follow Amar’s latest exploits, this time in a tale about badminton. An amusing, charming, rollicking children’s story-and for adults too, for whom it should bring back glorious memories of the joy and trepidation of school sports tournaments. A marvellous, addictive writer at the height of her powers!’ Shashi Tharoor
Look out! It’s Butterfingers again, and in smashing form!
There’s a lot going on in Green Park School. Ozymandias, a black cat, walks into classrooms and there’s a buzz about a badminton tournament that is to be played on Friday the thirteenth.
Sponsored by Brijesh K. Singh, an eccentric multimillionaire who loves badminton and hates superstitions, this tournament is good news for sports-crazy Amar Kishen, aka Butterfingers, and his friends.
Badminton practice begins, but can it be smooth sailing with talk of scams, superstitions and suspicions? Butterfingers sure has a lot on his hands!
Join Amar on his hilarious adventures as he defies luck with his madcap schemes. Let the game begin!
Whenever Nida wants to do something new, Abba is scared for her and says NONONO. But Nida needs to learn and do new things–so the only way is for her to persuade Abba. Can she find a way?
Veena’s aunt Malu is in trouble. Her pinching spoon is broken. She must get a new spoon or close down her herbal medicine business. But the only person who makes pinching spoons has disappeared. Can Veena help her aunt?
I imagined a game of dominoes, or the game we’d played when we were little-‘hai sha, hui sha, we all fall down’
The year 2020 will forever be reported as the time when we all fell down. But it was also the year we all got back up and were forced to come together in a way we had never imagined before.
In this timely masterpiece, Paro Anand writes of despair, courage and hope. Through eighteen short stories, she introduces us to characters who feel familiar and their stories intimate.
From a mother and son looking to make ends meet as the lockdown brutally affects their lives to a housewife who’s a victim of domestic abuse, from young keyboard wizards keen on making a difference to a home delivery executive who becomes an unlikely hero, this book unmasks the layers of the year that changed us all.
Make this book your very own by adding your unique pandemic experience to make it COVID’S 19 stories.
A fun colorful story + activity book for kids on empathy, friendship, nature & more (Animal story + number and pattern activities | Parent-child book for 1 year old & above)
‘. . . A VERY APPEALING ANIMAL STORY’-KIRKUS REVIEWS
Long, long ago, there was a Great Big Lion. Tom and Lily were fascinated by him. They loved to hear him ROAR! But one day, the lion vanished without a trace. And so, off went Tom and Lily to find and bring back their friend, the Great Big Lion.
Written by one of the youngest writers in the world, this board book will connect to your child and make them think about empathy, friendship, nature and conservation. Dive into this fun read that combines storytelling and learning through patterns and numbers.
Let’s dive into the vast and wonderful world of Hindu mythology!
Clever Ganesha’s got something on his mind, but what that is you’ll have to read on to find.
With charming illustrations and simple language, this short tale about Ganesha will entertain and delight.
· This series of charmingly illustrated board books introduces kids to some of the best known and best loved gods from popular Hindu mythology, including Krishna, Ganesha, Lakshmi, Hanuman, Shiva and Durga.
· Dotted with interesting facts about each god as well as an interactive seek-and-find activity.
· Suitable for bedtime reading and parent-child association.
· Perfect way to familiarize babies with India’s rich cultural fabric.
· These books offer a fun and enjoyable introduction to timeless myths and festivals for modern kids.
· A must have to impart important life lessons from various gods and goddesses.
· Collect all books in the series!
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY THIS BOOK:
· AGE APPROPRIATE: Written in simple language to make reading easy for readers 3 and up
· STURDY AND DURABLE: Perfect for learning and playing for a long time
· SAFE FOR BABY: Handy format makes this safe for your baby
· PERFECTLY SIZED BOOKS: Easy and convenient for little readers to hold
· BRIGHT AND FUN PICTURES: To keep your little one interested and engaged
· A PERFECT GIFT SET: For every preschooler for a holistic learning experience
Let’s dive into the vast and wonderful world of Hindu mythology!
Lovely Lakshmi comes to Earth once a year. Will she have a good time here?
With charming illustrations and simple language, this short tale about Lakshmi will entertain and delight.
· This series of charmingly illustrated board books introduces kids to some of the best known and best loved gods from popular Hindu mythology, including Krishna, Ganesha, Lakshmi, Hanuman, Shiva and Durga.
· Dotted with interesting facts about each god as well as an interactive seek-and-find activity.
· Suitable for bedtime reading and parent-child association.
· Perfect way to familiarize babies with India’s rich cultural fabric.
· These books offer a fun and enjoyable introduction to timeless myths and festivals for modern kids.
· A must have to impart important life lessons from various gods and goddesses.
· Collect all books in the series!
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY THIS BOOK:
· AGE APPROPRIATE: Written in simple language to make reading easy for readers 3 and up
· STURDY AND DURABLE: Perfect for learning and playing for a long time
· SAFE FOR BABY: Handy format makes this safe for your baby
· PERFECTLY SIZED BOOKS: Easy and convenient for little readers to hold
· BRIGHT AND FUN PICTURES: To keep your little one interested and engaged
· A PERFECT GIFT SET: For every preschooler for a holistic learning experience
Let’s dive into the vast and wonderful world of Hindu mythology!
Naughty little Krishna’s search for butter leads to an unexpected adventure.
With charming illustrations and simple language, this short tale about Krishna will entertain and delight.
· This series of charmingly illustrated board books introduces kids to some of the best known and best loved gods from popular Hindu mythology, including Krishna, Ganesha, Lakshmi, Hanuman, Shiva and Durga.
· Dotted with interesting facts about each god as well as an interactive seek-and-find activity.
· Suitable for bedtime reading and parent-child association.
· Perfect way to familiarize babies with India’s rich cultural fabric.
· These books offer a fun and enjoyable introduction to timeless myths and festivals for modern kids.
· A must have to impart important life lessons from various gods and goddesses.
· Collect all books in the series!
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY THIS BOOK:
· AGE APPROPRIATE: Written in simple language to make reading easy for readers 3 and up
· STURDY AND DURABLE: Perfect for learning and playing for a long time
· SAFE FOR BABY: Handy format makes this safe for your baby
· PERFECTLY SIZED BOOKS: Easy and convenient for little readers to hold
· BRIGHT AND FUN PICTURES: To keep your little one interested and engaged
· A PERFECT GIFT SET: For every preschooler for a holistic learning experience
