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.
It is a truth universally acknowledged that the parent of a school going child is always looking out for the perfect writing activity book at some point or the other. Well, the search ends here.
Duckbill’s new hOle book, When Jiya met Urmila by Shabnam Minwalla tells a humorous episode born out of an apparently unlikely friendship. The nuanced book, meant for younger readers subtly touches upon the theme of social class differences.
I Like Art: Renaissance by Margaux Stanitsas is a basic and simple art history book for kids, perfect for preliminary introduction of the Renaissance period.
How can you tell children about the power of faith? The Truth about the Tooth, a picture book published by Karadi Tales gently nudges the little reader into a world where the power of faith reveals itself to those who believe!
Sonia Mehta is back with the fourth book in the Puffin Junior Lives Series. She delves into the lives and times of Gautama Buddha.
Papa’s Marathon is a light hearted tale about fitness goals...a common scenario that every child will identify with!
If you were a child in a mining town in the 1950’s, the scenes in Town is by the Sea would be strikingly familiar. If not, the emotions that the book evokes will resolutely strike a chord!
Looks like the wheels are turning! Neel on Wheels, a picture book by Lavanya Karthik looks at a physical difference with an empowering lens.
Here is a picture book that just won’t let you sit still. Get into the groove with Something’s Moving!
Thukpa For All is a story about sharing and caring set amidst the breath-taking landscape of Ladakh.
Thukpa For All gently weaves in multiple themes: the story of a visually impaired child who confidently and independently manages himself, a story about a close-knit neighbourhood community as well as a window into the exquisite beauty of Ladakh.