A story about how truth and honesty are compromised when material well-being arrives. A sensitive portrayal of fading human values with the advent of material wealth and prosperity. “As the prologue to the book describes, it is a story exploring truth, falsehood and everything in between.” — The Hindu “This slim book is a mustread for the young and the old alike.” — The Telegraph Recommended by CBSE Also available in Hindi as Satyadas Author: Bimal Kar Illustrator: Bimal Kar
Writer – Wanda Gág Illustrator – Boski Jain Once there was an old woman and an old man who wanted to adopt a cat. But when the old man steps out to find the perfect cat, he stumbles upon a sweet surprise that could change their lives forever. Katha brings you Millions of Cats, a 90-year-old, award-winning story from American literature, written by Wanda Gág with doses of humour, kindness, and love. Wrapped in the Indian flavours of delightful illustrations by Boski Jain, this little bundle of magic will take you for a ride to places far and wide, and elicit happy sighs and smiles.
A book that challenges gender stereotypes and sketches inspiring messages that will surely go a long way! “Here is a series of ‘big’ books that are not really big on size, but big on ideas, hope, and inspiration.” — The Hindu “Katha Books has always been a forerunner in value-based reading collections that not overly moralistic, but deeply fun.” — BookedforLife Also available in Hindi as Ladkeeo ki Udaan Author: Asha Nehemiah. Lal Ded, Geeta Dharmarajan, Mala Marwah Illustrator: Ajit Ninan, Kavita Singh Kale, Manjit Bawa, Ranjit Hoskote, Sana Bansal, Satya Narayan Lal Karn, Smt Moti Karn
Two furry friends find a book with pictures and a poem. Read along with them, take delight in the lovely pictures, and find out what our furry friends discover. This book is for our very young readers but grown-ups too will enjoy the whimsy and the vibrant and the evocative illustrations while reading along with youngsters. Author– Shilpi Sarkar Illustrator: Apoorva Lalit
Patar-Patar wants to tell you about the pterosaurs. Ptero … who? You have heard about dinosaurs, and read stories about them. But did you know that dinosaurs had relatives? Meet Patar-Patar’s friends and family. Travel through time to the Jurassic era. Learn more about Patar-Patar, and the world that Patar-Patar lived in with many friends, family and relatives! Author: Akshay Rana Art by: Charbak Dipta
एक ऐसी किताब जो नेकी के नन्हे सिपाही तैयार करती है और उन्हें दुनिया में स्थायी बदलाव लाने की प्रेरणा देती है। Also available in English as My Big Book of Kindness Author : Mother Teresa Illustrators: Pallavi Dutta, Jivya Soma Mashe, M. F. Husain, John Gould, Suddhasattwa Basu, Haku Shah. Photographers: Samruddhi Porey Editer: Geeta Dharmarajan
Coyote loves playing tricks … the bigger, the better! He wants not one, but two moons in the sky, and someone to witness the wonder. Will Coyote’s clever trick work on the villagers or will they see through it? Dive into this tale of mischief and magic from the world of Native American myths. Retold By: Meenakshi Bharadwaj (from a Native American folktale) Art By: Charbak Dipta
Par-Par wants to tell you about the pterosaurs. Ptero … who? You have heard about dinosaurs, and read stories about them. But did you know that dinosaurs had relatives? Meet Par-Par’s friends and family. Travelthrough time to the Jurassic era. Learn more about Par-Par, and the world that Par-Par lived in with many friends, family and relatives!
“Darkness is alive, ” Patti says. “And we, the Irulas, are keepers of darkness.” Inspired by the indigenous wisdom and resilience of the Irulas, one of the oldest Adivasi communities of India, a book that is a lyrical ode to the deep dark forests and the lives intertwined with them. Author: Mamta Nainy Illustrator: Upasana Agarwal
“We are finished!” Aaji cried. “Finished. Their road will swallow up our village.” Young Meera loves her life. Imagine living in a village by a city and the sea. But when a monster building grows, and threatens to destroy their Koliwada homes — can plucky Meera save the day? Award-winning duo: Nandita da Cunha’s stirring prose, and Kripa’s stunning illustrations explore belonging and community, with humour and heart, in this unforgettable story… With facts, photos and activities at the end for creative inspiration! Author: Nandita da Cunha Art by: Kripa
“Darkness is alive, ” Patti says. “And we, the Irulas, are keepers of darkness.” Inspired by the indigenous wisdom and resilience of the Irulas, one of the oldest Adivasi communities of India, a book that is a lyrical ode to the deep dark forests and the lives intertwined with them. Author: Mamta Nainy Illustrator: Upasana Agarwal
The flood waters are rising. The sun is nowhere to be seen. The power is out, and provisions are running low. Despite the darkness, little Leela is able to see the magic in the midst of calamity while her family helps her brave the stormy waters cheerfully, and creates a special day for her. Author: Shweta Ganesh Kumar Illustrator: Shruti Soharia
