Features and reviews of books that have special interest for children. The age groups between 0-12 have a wealth of books dedicated to them. We sieve through these and bring forth our curated picks. We also discuss relevant aspects and issues related to the realm of children’s literature.
The Bird Book by Bulbul Sharma (Talking Cub) is a beautiful board book for toddlers and young children, that takes them through the world of birds through exquisite and soothing artwork.
“If anyone had told me that I would be holding a machine gun and seeing my first Molotov cocktail before the age of 10, I would have laughed. But then came Iran….”
Sad Glad by Sidhartha Mallya is a picture book that talks about nonjudgmental acceptance of our emotions.
The Body in the Swimming Pool by Shabnam Minwalla is a book that will resonate with teens, especially lovers of detective fiction.
Mum in a Mess by Sanjana Kapur is a heartwarming account of how talking about an emotional and mental health concern can be approached in a mature and sensitive manner.
Priya the Jungle Dancer is a heartwarming picture book that celebrates the bond between grandparents and grandchildren.
What happened to Grandpa by Nandini Nayar is a beautiful picture book that sparks conversations around dementia and the nuanced impact it may have on the individual as well as their loved ones.
Finding Tree by Geeta Dharmarajan is a beautiful tale about love and loss
A fun modern-day version of the conversation between Krishna and Arjuna from the Bhagavad Gita.
A book that talks about why NO is an important word for kids to use.