English Books for Children: A Graded Annotated Bibliography

Prepared & Compiled for The Bombay Community Public Trust

By Ms Hema Ranganathan Harsha Parekh

Mumbai 2010

© The Bombay Community Public Trust Earnest House, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021 2010 Telephone: 022-22845928; 022-22836672 Email: [email protected] Website: http://bcpt.org.in

In this Series: 1. Development of Reading: A Guidebook 2. Magazines for Children: An Annotated Bibliography

3. A Manual of Library Procedures and Routines

4. Children’s Books in English: An Annotated Bibliography

Forthcoming:

Children’s Books in Hindi: An Annotated Bibliography

Children’s Books in Marathi: An Annotated Bibliography

Directory of Publishers & Booksellers of Children’s Books in Mumbai

Directory of developers/distributors of AV resources for children

A Manual of Library Procedures and Routines (Hindi)

Development of Reading: A Guidebook (Hindi)

PREFAC E

In the year 2005, the Bombay Community Public Trust (BCPT) started a few “Community Learning Centres” with the objective of providing opportunities to under-privileged children to read by accessing different types of books and other information sources. Comprising of a children’s library, support classes and recreation facilities, these centres attracted a large number of children. As the project was implemented, we began to recognise the role of language development as an important component in the child’s educational, social, emotional and intellectual growth.

Listening, reading and writing are the three main pillars of language development. Listening which begins in the womb and continues through the early years of a child’s life enables a child to articulate – from incoherent to coherent words, from words, through phrases to sentences which get refined as the child grows. Reading and writing usually takes place in a school, with teachers playing a pivotal role in this development. The family and environment have an equally important role in this developmental task.

For various reasons, a large percentage of our children today lack the ability to read and write though they may be schooling. Books, others than school books, are rarely known and thus children miss out on the magical moments of enjoyment and recreation one gets from reading extensively.

The teaching of reading skills to children and developing sound reading habits emerged as the most important challenges. Our original project took a slightly different focus as we worked with several NGOs to promote reading in schools, public libraries and community centres.

English Books for Children: A Graded Annotated Bibliography is one amongst other materials being developed to assist the NGOs who are doing their best to address the issue. It provides an annotated list of children’s books in English, published in India. The bibliography is arranged in 5 sections according to reading skill levels viz. Reading Readiness, Entry Level Reader, Beginning to Read, Familiar Readers and Fluent Readers. To help us categorise the books into these levels we used a variety of parameters. Frequently we were guided by the categories used by the publishers themselves; although these were generally age groups, we used these to help us determine the level. The mix of text and illustration, the size of the font used, the vocabulary and the content theme all contributed towards deciding the level.

Each section is further divided into the following categories: General, Picture Books, Traditional Literature, Fiction, Poems, Songs & Plays, Science, History, Geography & Travel and Reference Books.

The use of this tool by librarians and teachers will help them in selecting appropriate reading materials for the children. They will enjoy reading as they enter into a magical world they had missed so far!

November 2010 CONTENTS

Level Category Page No

I Reading Readiness 1-10 General 1 Picture Books 1 Traditional Literature (fables, legends, folk and fairy tales) 3 Fiction 3 Poems, Songs and Plays 9 Science 9 Sports, Games and Hobbies 10

II Entry Level Reading 11-20 General 11 Traditional Literature (fables, legends, folk and fairy tales) 11 Fiction – Adventure and Detective, Ghost and Mystery Stories 12 General Fiction 13 Poems, Songs and Plays 19 Science 20 History, Geography and Travel 20

III Beginning to Read 21-45 General 21 Traditional Literature (fables, legends, folk and fairy tales) 22 Fiction – Adventure and Detective, Ghost and Mystery Stories 28 General Fiction 31 Biography and Autobiography 40 Science 40 History, Geography and Travel 42 Reference Books 44

IV Familiar Readers 46-68 General 46 Traditional Literature (fables, legends, folk and fairy tales) 46 Fiction – Adventure and Detective, Ghost and Mystery Stories 53 General Fiction 56 Poems, Songs and Plays 62 Biography and Autobiography 62 Science 65 History, Geography and Travel 67 Sports, Games and Hobbies 68 Reference Books 68

V Fluent Readers 69-77 General 69 Traditional Literature (fables, legends, folk and fairy tales) 70 Fiction – Adventure and Detective, Ghost and Mystery Stories 70 General Fiction 71 Biography and Autobiography 74 Science 74 History, Geography and Travel 76 Reference Books 77

Author Index 78-83

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I. Reading Readiness

Category: General they see around them and how fascinating parents find their simple questions. 001 Colours of Nature Category: Picture Books Bulbul Sharma Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. 006 Rs.20/- Babu the Waiter Sirish Rao An eminent artist plays with the colours of Chennai: Tara Publishing, n.d. nature. A lovely offering for early readers! Rs.35/-

002 Babu is a waiter in a small restaurant. This book Going To Series... [Going to.. Market, to Buy a spends the day with him, following him as he Book, to a Wedding, Home] serves a variety of food to the people who come Rukmini Bannerji; illustrated by Santosh Pujari to eat in his restaurant. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs.15/- each 007 Bamba and the Apple Tree In this fun series children relate their experiences Deepa Agarwal of going to different places and having fun and Noida: Frank Educational Aids, 2007. adventure in their own way. Rs.18/-

003 Bamba sees juicy red apples and wants to have Goloo the Circle them. Did she really enjoy having them? Jagdish Joshi Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. 008 Rs.15/- Grandma's Eyes Sandhya Rao; Ashok Rajagopalan A wonderful introduction to the most complete Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. shape - the circle. Rs.70/-

004 A unique bilingual book, which explains why Look and Learn Series [I Want To, Look at Me] grandma is special. Just a dozen lines of simple Pankaj Chaturvedi; illustrated by Ajit Narayan text capture all the warmth of Grandma. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Animation style pictures make it more Rs. 15/-each interesting.

Through these simple stories children learn a lot 009 about their bodies and surroundings. The Moon and the Cap Noni 005 Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2007. Tell Me Now Series Rs.15/- Madhav Chavan; illustrated by Rijuta Ghate Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Do you like to wear a cap on a sunny day? Find Rs. 10/- each out who else likes to wear a cap in this charming book.

This series tells you how interesting the 010 inquisitive child's eagerness can be when they My First Step of Birds & Animals want to know about colours and shapes which New Delhi: Unicorn Books, n.d. Rs.15/-

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in this series introduce and talk about a variety Birds and animals evoke a sense of wonder of working people, following them through a among little children and gradually their minds day in their lives. Ponni goes from house to begin to register their presence. This booklet is house selling flower garlands. In the morning created to enhance their learning experience. she buys flowers in the market and strings them The booklet is full of lively and catchy colour together. Then she sets off across the city tosell illustrations on glossy paper them. This book journeys with her as she walks her rounds. 011 My First Step of Vegetables & Fruits 015 New Delhi: Unicorn Books, n.d. Radha Finds the Circle Rs.15/- Subir Shukla; illustrated by Renuka Rajiv Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. Fruits and vegetables are among the first items Rs.60/- the little ones begin to recognise.In addition to evoking a sense of wonder, they help to satiate Radha draws a circle. But it keeps running away. his appetite. This special primer of vegetables This bilingual book draws beginner readers into and fruits brings to children the joy of learning. the imaginative play of a child's mind. The pictures are enticing and children will love 012 looking for the circle in the pictures. My Mother's Sari Sandhya Rao 016 Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2007. Rapidex Picture Dictionary Rs.100/- New Delhi: Pustak Mahal, n.d. Rs. 60/- The mystery of a sari can be magic for a child and in this story a child lets his imagination run The requirement of small children goes beyond wild. The pictures combine photographs and the alphabet, or birds and animals. This acrylics in dramatic ways.One long stretch of excellent picture book brings them exciting cloth, yet so graceful. What Mother always colourful drawings on different subjects against wears - but sometimes a train, sometimes a an A-Z format. Each letter denotes a name. river, oreven a swing. 017 013 The Runaway Puppy One Lonely Unicorn Sarang Dev Murthy; illustrated by Bindiya Meenakshi Bhardwaj; illustrated by Sonali Thapar Biswas New Delhi: Katha, 2004. New Delhi: Katha, 2004. Rs. 75/- Rs.95/- A story about a little puppy that loved to jump A splendidly illustrated and innovative book that and play. Written by an 8 year old Sarang the introduces the concept of numbers through a story helps the child discover the joys as well as story. Children will love the unicorn and her responsibilities of keeping a pet. many animal friends! 018 014 Ten Ponni the Flower Seller Shefalee Jain Sirish Rao Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2007. Chennai: Tara Publishing, n.d. Rs. 50/- Rs. 24/- A beginner counting book with illustrations as This book is the first of a series of picture books innovative as the concept. This book teaches which try to satisfy children's curiosity about numbers to tiny tots in a more effective way other people and the things they do. The books than just plain reciting. One little boy is staring

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at something. A little girl joins him, then another An enjoyable book about a boy Sringeri Srinivas child, and another . . . till finally, ten children are who had very long hair. He wanted it cut on staring at something. Annual Haircut Day. Everyone was busy but he managed to find help! 019 What Shall I Make? 024 Nandini Nayar Around Me Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2007. Arshi Naaz & others Rs. 70/- Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 15/- Roll it, pat it, poke in eyes, stick on nose and ears - and a ball of chapathi dough can turn into A simple story higlighting the importance of almost anything! The endearing illustrations friends and family for children. follow the quirks of a child's imagination. 025 Category: Traditional literature (fables, At the Park in Gudbudland r legends, folk and fairy tales) Pune: Centre for Learning Resources, n.d. Rs.70/- 020 A Bit of Magic Children appreciate individual differences Noida: Frank Educational Aids, n.d. amongst people and experience what it feels like to be left out and not to be included. The story Garbargum, the bad goblin, who was always up helps to inculcate a respect for diversity and to some wicked tricks, becomes the nicest reveals the true meaning of friendship. happiest goblin. 026 021 Baby Beboo Bear Stories & Rhymes - Classic Collection [set of 3 Deepa Balsavar story & 2 rhyme books] Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. Noida: Parragon Publishing, n.d. Rs. 90/- Rs. 60 to Rs.395 each This is the story of Beboo, a baby sloth bear who This series brings together some of the greatest lives in the jungle. Many other bears are not so and best-loved stories and rhymes for children. lucky. They are caught by humans and made to dance on the streets of towns and cities for Category: Fiction entertainment.

022 027 Aloo Maloo Kaloo Bunny in Search of a Name and Other Storie s Vinita Krishna; illustrated by Suvidha Mistry Rachana Chabria Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Bangalore: Unisun Publications, 2006. Rs. 15/- Rs. 125/-

Story of a boy Maloo who was helped by his dog A fun book full of crazy stories of all too human Kaloo to get potatoes (aloo!) from his vegetable animals like rabbits who want to change names, garden. proud parrots hating other creatures, animals wanting to be what they are not etc. The stories 023 will be enjoyed by tiny tots but also make them Annual HairCut Day learn to value friendship and honesty. Noni Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. 028 Rs. 15/- Cheeko and the Green Cap Noida: Frank Educational Aids, 2001. Rs. 18/-

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Kamini the chameleon has a problem. When she Read how naughty Cheeko gets the green cap gets excited she flashes many different colours! from the man. Meanwhile, the boisterous elephant teenagers pose a problem in the jungle . . . 029 Cheenu's Gift 035 Sridala Swami; illustrated by Sanjay Sarkar Daddoo's Day Out Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Prabhjot Kaur Rs.25/- New Delhi: Katha, 2004. Rs. 70/- A story about Cheenu loving to help his father and getting surprise treats sometimes. Daddoo, the little frog, decides to do something different on his day out. A lively book that 030 celebrates friendship and introduces children to Chhuk-Chhuk-Chhak the world of animals, colours and sizes. Vinita Krishna; illustrated by Suvidha Mistry Mumbai: Pratham Books, n.d. 036 Rs. 15/- Dosa Sandhya Rao; Ashok Rajagopalan A fun story about a little girl and her thrilling Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. train ride. Get on to little Nanhi's train as it Rs. 70/- chuffs away. Chhuk-Chhuk-Chhak-Chhak! A fun story about Dosas in which children have 031 the last laugh! Amma makes dosas but they Chintu's Cap keep disappearing. Moving pictures will make Pune: Centre for Learning Resources, n.d. children laugh. Rs. 75/- 037 A Maharashtrian folk tale that recounts how a Drip-Drop-Drip mouse is afraid of nobody - not even the king. Amar Goswami; illustrated by Partho Sengupta Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. 032 Rs.15/- Cloud Ice - Cream Amar Goswami; illustrated by Partho Sengupta A story about strange sounds in the jungle and Mumbai: Pratham books, 2009. how the animals try to find out what it is. Rs. 15/- 038 A fantasy story in which a child gets a soft and Fat King Thin Dog lovely gift of a cloud ice-cream! Parismita Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2007. 033 Rs. 15/- Cock-a-Doodle-Doo Anurata Tribhuvan A hilarious story about the fat king who chases a Pune: Centre For Learning Resources, 2006. thin dog and runs into trouble!!

Children's story based on a lazy cock. 039 The Flyaway Cradle 034 Sridala Swami; illustrated by Sanjay Sarkar Colour-Colour Kamini Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Radhika Chadha Rs. 25/- Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. Rs. 90/- An exciting story of cradle that flies and a bunch of clever children who find out what to do with such a cradle!!

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045 040 Joy Flying High Pankaj Chaturvedi; illustrated by Ajit Narayan Vidya Tiwari; illustrated by Rijuta Ghate Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 15/- Rs. 15/- The story teaches you how you can find joy in Chandu flies in the story and children will love to simple things of life. know how! 046 041 Jumbo the Elephant The Greedy Mouse Noida: Frank Educational AIds, 2003. Herminder Ohri Rs. 18/- Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs.15/- Read how Jumbo the Elephant helps a little girl whose bucket is broken. An interesting story of a mouse who learns that it does'nt always pay to be greedy. 047 The Jungle School 042 Meera Tendolkar; illustrated by Ketan Raut The Gudbuds Get Out of a Mess Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Swati Jalnapurkar; Zakia Kurrien Rs. 15/- Pune: Centre For Learning Resources, n.d. Rs.70/- An interesting and fun story about what happens when the animals of the jungle reach Children learn about the importance of co- their new school with great enthusiasm. operation within the family, and that a happy family is not one in which each member can only 048 do what he/she wants. Kaju and the Shoe Pratibha Nath; Atanu Roy 043 Noida: Frank Educational Aids, 2003. I'm So Sleepy Rs. 18/- Radhika Chadha Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2004. If you ever see a crow with a shining beak, you Rs. 90/- will know it is because he cleaned Kaju's shoe.

A witty story of a baby elephant - Bahadur, who 049 is worried because he has forgotten how to Lai-Lai the Baby Elephant sleep. He goes to his animal friends for help, but Shekar Dattatri none of them sleep like elephants! Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2007. Rs. 90/- 044 Jhakkad Lai-Lai, a baby elephant, is curious and playful Amra Alam; illustrated by Shailja Jain but, like all little children, stays close to his Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. mother. The world of wild elephants is explored Rs. 70/- through stunning photographs and cartoons that draw the child into the forest. An exciting tale of a stormy night when the wind lets loose his antics! When the clouds begin to 050 rumble, out tumbles the naughty wind Jhakkad The Lion and the Mouse whooshes past with a big noise while he blows Sonali Sathye; Meena Srivatsava looking for mischief. The rich, evocative Pune: Centre for Learning Resources, 2006. illustrations will surely sweep the kids away! Rs. 75/-

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A traditional tale about the brave mouse who rescues an angry but helpless lion. 056 Mallipoo Where Are You? 051 Radhika Chadha The Lion's Howdah Chennai: Tulika Publishers, n.d.. Amar Goswami; illustrated by Partho Sengupta Rs. 90/- Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 15/- When Paytu the pig goes for a sugarcane walk, she asks Anna and Akka to look after her babies. An amusing story of what happens when the But the two elephant teenagers get busy in a king of the jungle tries to copy the king of the game of coconut football...and the piglets people!! disappear. Another story in a popular series of Little Bahadur and his animal friends. 052 Little by Little 057 Anupa Lal A Miaow and a Roar Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2007. Tanya Luther Agarwal; Partho Sengupta Rs. 15/- Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 15/- Two brave little rabbits cleverly outwit the wolf when the latter asks for shelter in their home. A fun story about Karan and Vedika and their Find out what they do in this fun book - Little by adventures when they meet thier animal friends Little. the lion and the cat, while sitting in their grandfather's chair. 053 Ma! Hurry Up!! 058 Rukmini Bannerji; illustrated by Sheetal Thapa Moaning Morris Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Franz Hubner; illustrated by Mario Kessler Rs. 15/- New Delhi: Katha, 2004. Rs. 65/- An interesting story of a boy who wants his mother to hurry up for some reason! A delightful little book that helps us realise that adapting to other people is easier than we think. 054 And fun too The Magic Raindrop Geeta Dharmarajan; illustrated by Bindiya 059 Thapar The Monsoon Concert New Delhi: Katha, 2005. Brinda Datta; illustrated by Sanjay Sarkar Rs. 100/- Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs.20/- Children will love this wonderland of magical raindrops and unbelievable kites! The story describes the sound of rain and how it inspires some children to make music and 055 arrange a wonderful concert to celebrate the Malli rain! Jeeva Raghunath Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. 060 Rs. 60/- My Balwadi Rukmini Bannerji; illustrated by Sheetal Thapa A story of a little girl Malli and her uncle who Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2007. comes to visit her village with his family. It is the Rs. 15/- story about the joy of simple surprises. The feel of rural Tamil Nadu comes through with bright The story of a child who loves his school. colours and strong lines.

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061 A fun story of how all animals of the jungle go My Home on a picnic and enjoy great food too! Rukmini Bannerji; illustrated by Rajiv ‘Banjara’ Varma 067 Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Playtime Rs. 15/- Sanjiv 'Sanjay' Jaiswal; illustrated by Ajit Narayan A sweet story about a child's love for his home. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 15/- 062 Norbu's New Shoes A funny story about an elephant Golu and a Chewang Dorjee Bhutia rabbit Chhotu who make an unlikely pair and Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. their hilarious antic! Rs. 90/- 068 Norbu's father buys him a new pair of shoes. The Princess Who Never Smiled Then, a monkey comes along….This bilingual Sonali Sathye; Meeta Srivastava book introduces beginner readers to a less- Pune: Centre for Learning Resources, 2006. known part of India - Sikkim. Rising mountains, Rs. 75/- Buddhist monastery, and a typical Sardarji truck- driver all painted with a keen and affectionate A charming tale that relates who will make eye. princess Jayanti smile and how it will happen

063 069 Peacock and the Hunter Rain Rain Noida: Frank Educational Aids, n.d. Sanjiv 'Sanjay' Jaiswal Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Paul and bunny could not keep laughing at the Rs. 15/- way they had fooled the hunter. Roll along with the cloud as it brings rain and 064 joy! Pehelwaanji Sanjiv 'Sanjay' Jaiswal; illustrated by Ajit 070 Narayan The Roti Roll Mumbai: Pratham books, 2009. Amar Goswami; illustrated by Partho Sengupta Rs. 15/- Mumbai: Pratham books, 2009. Rs. 15 An amusing story of Gappu who beats the local bully 'Pehelwaanji' in a bout of wrestling! The journey of a roti to its rightful owner.

065 071 Phani's Funny Chappals The Royal Toothache Sridala Swami; illustrated by Sanjay Sarkar Sanjiv 'Sanjay' Jaiswal; Ajit Narayan Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 25/- Rs. 15/-

A funny story about Phani's chappals. A sweet story about the King of the jungle who has a bad toothache and learns an important 066 lesson from the humble mouse on how to keep The Picnic his teeth clean! Amar Goswami; illustrated by Partho Sengupta Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. 072 Rs 15/- Rummiya

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Rukmini Bannerji A charming story about a father and daughter Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. and how they helped each other with the toy he Rs. 15/- made for her.

A sweet story about Rumniya and Nani who are 078 a cheerful pair because they know most things Smile Please turn out right in the end. A resourceful Rumniya Sanjiv 'Sanjay' Jaiswal never gets perturbed when things go wrong! Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 15/- 073 Saboo and Jojo Follow the young deer as he races along with Herminder Ohri friends. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 15/- 079 Snoring Shanmugam It is a fun story about Saboo's day with Jojo the Radhika Chadha Giraffe. Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2006. Rs. 90/- 074 Samira Goes Shopping Shanmugam the lion is the king of the jungle but Bharati Jagannathan; illustrated by Preeti all he does is sleep. Worse, he snores.Then one Krishnamurthy day, the lean and mean Gabbar Singh enters the Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. jungle. How the animals get the lazy Rs. 20/- Shanmugam to wake up to their defence is the exciting part of the story. Samira and Mouchak have a blast during their unusual shopping trip! 080 Squiggly Goes to School 075 Noida: Frank Educational Aids, n.d. Samira's Awful Lunch Bharati Jagannathan; illustrated by Preeti Read how Squiggly the lazy earthworm runs Krishnamurthi away form his teacher and goes to the top of the Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. ground. Rs. 20/- 081 Samira hates her home lunch and so her animal The Story of Shangmiyang friends offer her theirs. Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya; illustrated by Suddhasattwa Basu 076 New Delhi: Katha, 2005. See You Tomorrow Rs. 80/- Tanya Luther Agarwal Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. A little book about the gentle, big giant who Rs. 15/- sneezed up a storm . A visual delight for children, with great pictures. Have you ever said, "See you tomorrow!" and actually meant it? How a boy's animal friends 082 take him at his word forms the crux of this Sunu Sunu Snail - Storm in the Garden story!! Sandhya Rao Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2001. 077 Rs. 70/- Smart Sona Vinita Krishna; illustrated by Suvidha Mistry A simple story of a sudden storm experienced by Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. a child is playing with his friends, the ants. He 'hurries' home to his mother and tells her all he

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saw and heard. The text and sound words along 088 with affectionately drawn pictures evoke a What is It? snail's-eye view of the storm in his world - the Tanya Luther Agarwal; illustrated by Partho garden. Sengupta Mumbai: Pratham books, 2009. 083 Rs. 15/- Takdir the Tiger Cub Latika Nath Rana A donkey becomes the new singing sensation of Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2004. the jungle! Rs. 60/- 089 In this bi-lingual book, Takdir the little tiger cub Where is My Bat? who lives in a thick jungle decides to go off on Meera Tendolkar; illustrated by Rijuta Ghate his own when his folks are asleep. The story of Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. what happens to him is told through endearing Rs. 15/- photographs and simple text. Story of a child who has lost his bat and unable 084 to find it. Thakitta Tharikitta Bouncing Ball Jacob Samson 090 Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2006. Yakity Yak Rs. 65/- Benita Sen; illustrated by Baaraan Ijlal Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Thakitta tharikitta . . . the pages of this book Rs. 25/- resound with the rhythm of dance as Abu's big red ball makes him turn and twirl in tune with A charming tale about a Yak who talks too the delightful illustrations. much!!

085 Category: Poems, Songs and Plays Timmy and Pepe Madhav Chavan; illustrated by Santosh Pujari 091 Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Winkle Twinkle: a Star is Born Rs.15/- Swetha Prakash Bnagalore: Unisun Publications, 2006. The story of a clever child who interprets the Rs.15/- actions of an animal using her own experience. A unique educational book of verse that shows 086 children the universe while introducing them to The Wandering Cloud the basic shapes. It also touches upon the S Shyamala; illustrated by Priya Bhoir concept of self development. Beautifully Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. illustrated. Rs. 15/-

A rain cloud Cluffy floats along the sky as the Category: Science wind takes him to many new places. 092 087 Listen to My Body We are All Animals Noni Madhav Chavan; Meera Tendolkar Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2007. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs.15/- Rs. 15/- This book talks about our body in a way that will Animals and kids talk to each other in this book! be fun and informative to a child.

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093 The Seed Category: Sports Games and Hobbies Deepa Balsavar Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. 095 Rs. 80/- Gadagada Gudugudu Jeeva Raghunath; Jaynthi Manokaran An informative story in which a little girl Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2007. discovers a seed one day. How she learns to Rs. 65/- make the seed grow forms the thrilling part of the story. The wonder of emerging new life The story introduces simple street games comes through beautifully in this simple story. popular with children in the background of a rhythmic refrain that echoes the circular 094 movement of the marble. Vayu the Wind Madhuri Pai; illustrated by Rijuta Ghate Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 15/-

An interesting book on the antics of the wind.

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II.Entry Level readers

Category: General in catching the attention and admiration of children, parents and teachers for centuries. 096 I Love books 101 Chennai: Tulika Publishers, n.d. Hanuman's Adventures in the Netherworld Rs. 30/- Madhavi S Mahadevan; illustrated by Srivi New Delhi: Katha, 2005. A handy little activity book to set children on Rs. 175/- the road to reading. Pulu the bookworm is the friendly mascot who helps children enjoy and A delightful story of Hanuman, the son of the appreciate books. Cartoons and stickers add to swishing wind, and a trusted friend of the the fun. princes, glides across the bluest sky in search of the nether world to rescue Rama and 097 Lakshmana from the clutches of Ravana. Let Us Read and Understand Mamta Agarwal 102 New Delhi: NCERT. n.d. Indian Folk Tales Rs.29/- Edited by Geeta Menon; illustrated by Pritveshwar Gayen 098 New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. My Charming Board Book Series [set of books] Rs. 75/- Aman Chawla New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2008. The stories of kings- some proud, some gentle, Rs. 68/- each of a kind queen with magical powers, of friendly, helpful ghosts, of a clever frog and a An informative series for young children wise kid, of people, some smart and some touching on topics like vegetables, fruits, foolish. This is a collection of folk tales from all animals, vehicles, foods etc. over India.

Category: Traditional literature (fables, 103 legends, folk and fairy tales) Ka: The Story of Garuda Roberto Calasso; Geeta Dharmarajan; 099 illustrated by Suddhasattwa Basu Akbar and Birbal; Tales of Humour New Delhi: Katha, 2004. Monisha Mukundan Rs. 150/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Rs. 45/- The story of Garuda, the big, black eagle that pierced through the walls of heaven to snatch A collection of ever-popular tales of Emperor away the soma to free his mother. This book is Akbar and his witty and intelligent courtier a fascinating version of the original Birbal. international bestseller.

100 104 Famous Fairy Tales The King Bruce and the Spider New Delhi: S.K. Publications, n.d. T R Bhanot Rs. 15/- each New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 1998. Rs. 32/- This is a set of 12 books, offering the most popular fairy tales enjoyed by kids over ages, A popular story from the Aesop's Fables. across the globe. These stories have succeeded

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105 is it curved? These are questions that go much My Bedtime Stories vol.1-5 deeper than they appear. The story is a Edited by Mohanbhai Patel; Asmita Bhatt; D D translation in prose of the original verse by Dalvi Rumi, the great spiritual leader of Iran. Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2000/2002. Rs. 40/- each Category: Fiction - Adventure and Detective, Stories taken from Panchatantra, Aesop’s Ghost and Mystery stories fables, Hitopadesha and Kathasarita Sagar which children would love to read during 110 bedtime before gliding into sleep. The Fivetounged Firefanged Polkadotted Dragonsnake 106 Anushka Ravishankar; illustrated by My Book of Stories [set of 3 Books] Indrapramit Roy New Delhi: S.K. Publications, n.d. Chennai: Tara Publishing, n.d. Rs. 12/- each Rs. 67/-

This series of 3 books contains a vast collection One ordinary, boring morning at school, Arun of short stories, providing sure shot sees a strange creature in the playground. No entertainment to children of various ages. Each one, not even Arun himself, is sure of what the book narrates a fairy tale in very easy words. creature actually is. A suspense story for small children. 107 The Sky Queen 111 Mamang Dai Pokiri Parrot and the Needle-nosed Ojha New Delhi: Katha, 2005. Meenakshi Bhardwaj; illustrated by Stephen Rs. 75/- Aitken New Delhi: Katha, 2007. A superb retelling of an age-old classic folk tale Rs. 65/- from Arunachal Pradesh about the sky queen, Nyanyi Myete whose clouds form her silken This is a hair raising adventure across India white robes whose sweat and tears are running involving a smart white parrot called Pokiri who water and rain and whose voice rings out in the is whisked away by the wicked Needle-nosed sweet songs of the birds and humming insects. Ojha and a little Rajkumari who rushes to save her precious parrot. A superb blend of magic 108 and reality. Stories from Panchatantra vol.1-5 Shivkumar; Palak Biswas New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 1979/ 2003. Category: General Fiction Rs. 25/- each 112 These age old stories from Panchatantra which Animal Fair depict 'Nitishastra' meaning 'wise conduct of Sharmila Kantha life', are mainly animal tales which children love New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2007. to read. Rs. 18/-

109 A boy and his father go shopping for animals. What Shape is an Elephant? Their expedition not only builds up a big farm Rumi; illustrated by Feeroozeh Golmohammadi for them, it also proves to be a learning New Delhi: Katha, 2006. experience! A delightful book, full of pictures Rs. 95/- which the little ones will love.

This picture book talks about the shape of an 113 elephant. Is it round or crooked, is it straight or Baloons for Me

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Naveen Menon Surekha Panandiker New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. Rs. 18/- Rs. 20/-

A little boy buys a balloon and plays all kinds of Story of Chitku, the clever little mouse who games with it. When it bursts, he is lands himself in trouble when he smells disappointed but his father has a surprise in delicious food. store for him. 118 114 Chumki Posts a Letter Basava and the Dots of Fire Mitra Phukan; illustrated by Tapas Guha Radhika Chadha; illustrated by Bhakti Phatak New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. Rs. 18/- Rs. 100/- A six-year-old girl goes to help her parents. On A gentle story with a touch of magic and the job of posting a letter, Chumki, has many dramatic illustrations. Every day, Basava goes adventures. to the forest to collect firewood for his mother and one day when he cannot find his way 119 home, he sees the glowing dots of fire that light Courageous Golu up the forest! Neera Jain New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. 115 Rs. 86/- Birdywood Buzz: The Vulture Returns Shamim Padamsee; illustrated by Ashok Animal personified stories have always Rajagopalan intrigued children and a subject so dear to their Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. hearts that it is bound to keep them Rs. 130/- mesmerised.

When the great Mor Khan comes to the city to 120 choose actors for his new film, all the birds of Crocodile Tears the jungle want plum roles in it!! In this zippy Jonathan Lindstorm; Sandhya Rao; illustrated take on filmdom, the author cleverly casts by Taufik Riaz actual bird species and builds the story around Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. their looks. Rich visuals combine realism with a Rs. 120/- dash of comedy and a splash of movie magic. This warm story explores the thoughts, 116 reactions and imagined fears shared by friends Brahma's Butterfly when one of them suddenly goes missing. The Meena Raghunathan; illustrated by Kavita Singh loss of a loved one and other such complex Kale emotions are described with simplicity. The Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. pictures too capture the mood of the story Rs. 120/- beautifully.

This is an amusing, affectionate story of what 121 happens when the creator makes a small but Doogoo the Noisy Baby Elephant and Other big mistake! Brahma makes the caterpillar with Stories a huge appetite, but when the greedy Malavika Kapur caterpillar chomps its way through his colourful Bangalore: Unisun Publications, 2005. garden, he gets very angry. Bold and lively Rs. 125/- pictures enhance the story. This delightful story of a baby elephant, an owl 117 and a monkey who are all determined to Chitku

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protect their own teaches us the importance of 126 coexistence both in the jungles and cities. The Greedy Mouse Manuchehr Kaymaram; illustrated by Ali 122 Mafakheri Dusty the Dachshund Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 2007. Cheryl Rao Rs. 30/- New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. Rs. 18/- This is the story of a lazy and greedy mouse who took a cat's generosity for granted and The story of Dusty the Dachshund who proves lived with him stealing his food stored for that he is no wimp by tackling a robber all by winter days and was even prepared to bring his himself and gains the respect of the two proud fellow mice, so the cat could eat them , but the Danes. cat surprised him instead.

123 127 The Famous Smile It's Only a Story Geeta Dharmarajan; illustrated by Rashin Cathy Spagnoli; illustrated by Uma Kheiriyeh Krishnaswamy New Delhi: Katha, 2007. Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2006. Rs. 150/- Rs. 120/-

A witty story about a crocodile Agar Magar who An ant's curiosity leads to adventure in this finally makes it big and goes places, flaunting chain story of repetitions and cumulative his sparkling, shiny teeth and his famous smile. images.The stark illustrations adapted from Warli art captures the pattern of the tale 124 visually as well. The Flying Fish Kambiz Kakavand; illustrated by Roksana 128 Manochehri A Jungle Safari Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 2007. Geeta Dharmarajan; illustrated by Sonali Panse Rs. 30/- New Delhi: Katha, 2006. Rs. 60/- A fish lived in the sea with his grandfather. When the grandfather was dying, he gave his A story based on an unforgettable Jungle knife to the fish so the fish could cut the Elephant Safari in which Bhama takes us fishermen's nets and rescue the trapped fish. through the deep, silent forests of Mudumalai One day the fish rescued a turtle who gave him in the Nilgiris and unravels the mysteries of the wings so he could fly. jungle.

125 129 The Friends Who Did Not Recognize Each Kaleh and the Singsong Castle Other Yohannan Raj Rizio Kambiz Kakavand; illustrated by Fatemeh New Delhi: Katha, 2007. Pardakhti Rs. 120/- Pune: Jyotsna Prakshan, 2007. Rs. 35/- A heartwarming story which can make your dreams come true! It's the story of a quirky A charming story of mistaken identity! A crow Kaleh who loves cheese but loves singing caterpillar falls in the water and a tadpole more and through a simple song makes his rescues her. When the water starts drying up, dreams come true. the caterpillar rescues the tadpole. Later when they meet as a butterfly and a frog they realize 130 they are old friends. King and the Kiang

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Mariam Karim-Ahlawat; illustrated by Shalini Rs. 125/- Biswajit Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. Lively stories that entertain and teach tiny tots, Rs. 120/- through fascinating behaviour of some animals who resemble human beings in many ways. A lyrical story of a strange child of nature Carnivores who become vegetarian, worms who Kunzang who rides untroubled on her graceful keep their word, elephants who long to be kiang through Yumthang valley in Sikkim. She slim...are just some of the fun stories in this meets the powerful king, Bhu-pen, who sees the book. kiang and wants it. The colourful illustrations capture the beauty of nature in the wild. 135 The Little Flute Player 131 Pune: Centre for Learning Resources, n.d. Kuttan (a series of Kuttan's adventures) Rs. 75/- Serene Kasim; illustrated by Sonali Panse New Delhi: Katha, 2008. The adventures of Ramesh, a talented little Rs. 55/- each flute player, as he travels on a magic mat will enthrall children. A series of fascinating stories about a cat Kuttan and his adventures. 136 A Little More About Appu and Kappu 132 Rajee Raman A Leaf Out of My Book New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Benita Sen Rs. 45/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Rs. 63/- Appu and Kuppu are out to show the world that they are as good as or even better than A delightful collection of short stories, touching anybody else in the jungle by getting rid of the upon myriad aspects of childhood. The proud and arrogant lion Simba-who was characters seem surprisingly familiar-as if they creating havoc in the jungle. are straight out of one's own neighbourhood! The heroes and heroines in this book are not 137 perfect and have a lot of shortcomings.They can Magic Pot be mischievous, eccentric or plain quirky-but Rajesh Lavlekar they are people who add colour to our Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 2007. otherwise humdrum lives. Rs. 18/-

133 138 Life with Grandfather Mahagiri Shankar Hemlata New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2007. Rs. 23/- Rs.18/-

A fascinating adventure of a child in a Kerala This story proves that looks are deceptive. home and his tussles with his grandfather. The Mahagiri is so huge an elephant that children story touches upon many age old Indian are afraid to go near him but they find that he customs, superstitions and beliefs like is very friendly and does not want to hurt even untouchability. a cat.

134 139 The Lion Who Wanted to Sing and Other Mama Gudbud Takes a Break Stories Pune: Centre for Learning Resources, n.d. Rachana Chabria Rs.70/- Bangalore: Unisun Publications, 2005.

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Children appreciate the needs and desires of a 144 mother as an individual, and the give-and-take Old Animals Forest Band that makes for happiness within a family. Sirish Rao; Durga Bai Chennai: Tara Publishing, 2008. 140 Rs. 277/- Mangoes and Bananas Nathan Kumar Scott; T Balaji A dog, a cow, a donkey and a rooster become Chennai: Tara Publishing, 2006. friends after their masters turn them out for Rs.263/- being old and useless and how they manage to turn their lack of singing talent into a strength, Monyet the monkey and his friend, Kanchil the makes a hilarious tale! This much-loved Indian mouse deer, plant a garden and look forward to version of a Grimm Brothers' tale comes to life the fruit. When they are finally ripe and ready, in celebrated Gond artist Durga Bai's delightful Monyet climbs up the trees to pick them. But and quirky artwork. once he is up there, Monyet begins to eat the fruit all by himself. This re-telling of an 145 Indonesian trickster tale is beautifully illustrated On the Tip of the Pin Was... on cloth in the traditional Kalamkari style of Geeta Dharmarajan; illustrated by Ludmilla textile painting. Chakrabarty New Delhi: Katha, 2009. 141 Rs. 175/- The Moon in the Jungle Mahdokht Kashkouli; illustrated by Samira An enjoyable science fiction about an amazing Alikhanzadeh worm and her terrible wormholes who lived on Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 2007. the tip of a tiny pin in a town where lived 20 Rs.35/- children, men and women, along with a lion, pig, cow ad a goat. Uncover the mystery of the This is a story of an owl who tries to keep the Amazing Worm, and her terrible, incredible trickster fox from catching her friends, the eagle wormholes! Hop into this sci-fi for a journey you and the pheasant. won't forget.

142 146 Mukand and Riaz Once Upon a Moontime Nina Sabnani Mamang Dai; illustrated by Nimret Handa Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2007. New Delhi: Katha, 2005. Rs. 100/- Rs.80/-

The story is set against the background of the Two brothers create the world; a river wanders partition in 1947 and shows that friendship over the mountain; the dove sings a lullaby; a knows no barbed wire fencing. The illustrations wayward sun tries to scorch the earth. Four based on art of women's appliqué work visually delightful tales from Arunachal Pradesh on how support the story. the world came to be.

143 147 The Never-Ending Story Once Upon a Time (series of 5 books) Ashwini Bhat Satpalsingh Chhabda Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2006. Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2001/2002. Rs. 70/- Rs. 40/- each

A little girl wants a story that never ends and These stories will give children immense her grandmother starts off a chain story typical pleasure and enrich their minds with moral of folktales the world over. Bold illustrations values and enlighten them with Indian culture. makes this book very appealing.

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148 153 The Owls and the Crows Putul and the Dolphins Azar Rezaee; illustrated by Hormoz Haghighi Mariam Karim-Ahlawat; illustrated by Proiti Roy Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 2007. Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2006. Rs. 35/- Rs. 120/-

A wise crow wishes to put an end to the age-old The story strikes a universal chord by battle between owls and crows. highlighting the empathetic relationship people share with nature when their everyday lives are 149 so closely linked with it. It is the story of Putul Pavo and Cavo living by river Ganga which due to torrential Nirupama Raghavan; illustrated by Kavita Singh rains one year swells up and creates havoc. Kale Dolphins come leaping in the water right Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2006. through Putul's window! Clear lines and earthy Rs. 120/- colours of the folkstyle illustrations capture the grand sweep of the river and life beside it. This is the story of a crow and a peacock written in a tongue-in-cheek manner and revolves 154 around the theme of the weak outwitting the The Rabbit and the River strong and shining in borrowed feathers. Jaafar Ebrahimi Nasr; illustrated by Ali Mafakheri 150 Pune: Jyotsna Prakshan, 2007. A Perfect Fit Rs. 30/- Mary Ann Dasgupta New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. This is the story of Robbie rabbit that lives all Rs. 45/- alone in a forest and the adventure he has while trying to reach his family across the river, when A gentle honey-eating snake with a toothache, he finds that the bridge has disappeared. a friendly bear and a clever owl-dentist tell a jungle tale with a very happy ending. 155 Rainbow Stories for Children 151 Ahmedabad: Ankur Prakashan, n.d. The Prince and the Pauper Rs. 25/- Mark Twain Noida: Frank Educational Aids, n.d. 156 Sabri's Colours The Prince, as a joke, exchanges clothes with a Rinchin; illustrated by Shailja Jain pauper who is of the same age and gets into Chennai: Tulika Publishers, n.d. trouble. Matters get worse when King Henry Rs. 130/- dies. Will the prince be able to prove his identity? A delightful insight into the mind of a little girl Sabri who loves to draw. Her imaginative mind 152 is captured through this story. She draws her The Princess with the Longest Hair world - the sun coming up from behind the hills, Komilla Raote; illustrated by Vandana Bist her Ayi and Baba and little Chakuli. Then one New Delhi: Katha, 2004. day she fills her pictures with colour. Rs. 120/- 157 A fascinating story of a princess with the The Sacred Banana Leaf longest and the most beautiful hair in the Nathan Kumar Scott kingdom and her journey to the mountains and Chennai: Tara Publishing, 2008. all the people and animals whose lives she Rs. 263/- touches on the way.

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Kanchil, the beloved trickster mouse-deer of Tarun Cherian Indonesian folklore falls into a pit on bright New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. sunny day and he tricks a gullible snake, a Rs. 18/- nervous wild boar and a hungry tiger to help him out. An imaginative story for all little ones, which talks about the sun's sister flora who weaves 158 him a beautiful handkerchief made of seven Satyadas colours - VIBGYOR! Bimal Kar; illustrated by Neeta Gangopadhyay New Delhi: Katha, 2006. 163 Rs. 75/- The Tamarind Tree Lata Mani; illustrated by Srividya Natarajan This story stresses on the importance of Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. humane values which are usually compromised Rs. 100/- at the advent of material gains and prosperity. Four boys in search of something to do climb a 159 tamarind tree and help each other pick the The Song of a Scarecrow fruit. A story about looking inward with pictures Suddhasattwa Basu that speak to the heart. New Delhi: Katha, 2004. Rs. 95/- 164 The Tasty Boxing Bag The story of a scarecrow who decides to leave Kambiz Kakavand; illustrated by Mohammad his field and helps the child to see that Mohallati everything in our world has a role to play and Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 2007. we are all responsible for one another. A Rs. 30/- wonderfully imaginative book. A delightful story about a little mouse who 160 found an unknown round object but was The Spectacular Spectacle Man frustrated when he was unable to play with it Vishakha Chanchani and got a big surprise when he bit it in anger Chennai: Tara Publishing, 2005. and realized it was an apple!!! Rs. 150/- 165 Chashmuddin the street spectacle seller is a That's How I See Things man with bizarre wit. In this never ending book, Sirish Rao; illustrated by Bhajju Shyam zany kitsch art and merry verse transform Chennai: Tara Publishing, 2007. Chashmuddin's innovative sales pitch into a Rs. 245/- magical journey. A story of Siena Baba, a happy artist with an 161 extremely weird and wonderful way of seeing The Spider's Web the world and an even weirder and more Lata Mani; illustrated by Ashok Rajagopaln wonderful way of painting it. Chennai: Tulika Publishers, n.d. Rs.100/- 166 Where is Our Home? A spider's web seen through his father's camera Marjan Keshavarzi Azad; illustrated by makes Ali understand the difference between Mohammad Mohallati looking and seeing! An exploration of Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 2007. relationships through words, pictures and Rs. 20/- photographs. Mrs. Hen and Mr. Rooster travel to many 162 different places while looking for a bigger and The Sun's Handkerchief more comfortable house.

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167 171 The White Fluffy Cat Earthsong Manuchehr Kaymaram; illustrated by Shirin Geeta Dharmarajan; illustrated by Enrique Lara; Ghezelbash Garcia Luis Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 2006. New Delhi: Katha, 2005. Rs. 40/- Rs. 120/-

A kitten wishes he could fly with the birds. A lyrical tribute to the earth and its amazing diversity, with fun facts, information and 168 superb, out-of-the-world artwork. Who Will Rule? Meena Raghunathan; illustrated by Harsha 172 Nagaraju Elephants Never Forget Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. Anushka Ravishankar; illustrated by Christiane Rs. 120/- Pieper Chennai: Tara Publishing, 2007. When living happily together becomes difficult, Rs. 245/- the creatures of the world decide that the largest group among them should rule the Inspired by a true story, this is a joyous tale in world. In the race for numbers, it looks as if one verse that touches lightly on the themes of loss, shy creature will make the difference. This story adoption and integration. A baby elephant is has the quality of a fable in the way it lightly lost and alone in the forest when a herd of demonstrates a simple truth: we're all in this buffaloes comes along and takes him into their world together! The illustrations are based on fold. Indian folk art. 173 Monkey's Drum Category: Poems, Songs and Plays Anita Moorthy; illustrated by Soumitro Sarkar Chennai: Tara Publishing, 2003. 169 Rs. 35/- Autorickshaw Blue and Other Colours Sadhana Ramchander; illustrated by Ragini This traditional rhyming story of the trickster Siruguri monkey has always been a favourite New Delhi: Katha, 2004. grandmother's tale. Rs. 75/- 174 This great book by a mother-daughter team is Tiger on a Tree all about you! A refreshing look at the parent- Anushka Ravishankar; illustrated by Palak child relationship through poems. Biswas Chennai: Tara Publishing, 1997. 170 Rs. 245/- Catch That Crocodile Anushka Ravishankar; illustrated by Palak A poetic and visual delight, this is the tale of a Biswas wild tiger cub that wanders into an Indian Chennai: Tara Publishing, 1999. village and causes quite a stir. Rs. 245/- 175 Catch that Crocodile is a classic picture book Why Birds Live in the Sky from the award-winning and acclaimed Swetha Prakash children's poet Anushka Ravishankar .It tells the Bangalore: Unisun Publications, 2005. hilarious nonsense-verse tale of a rampant Rs. 110/- reptile and his hapless assailants, imparting a subtle conservationist message along the way.

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A Journey through the bird kingdom to learn A popular idea presented in a new and about the spectrum of colours. Written in appealing way to show how everyone is a small rhyme and illustrated in the Gond folk art style, part of this universe. The story traces Sameer's the book is sheer poetry. journey from his house on Saraswati Street in a city called Mumbai, which is in Maharashtra, Category: Science which is in India to the star filled universe. The beautiful illustrations will make children absorb 176 all the information better. Dancing Bees Ranjit Lal; illustrated by Ashok Rajagopalan Category: History, Geography and Travel Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005.

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Dancing on Walls Funny but true facts, like bees that make a real Shamim Padamsee; Uma Krishnaswamy song and dance over honey and delicate Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. butterflies which can frighten fearsome birds Rs. 120/- and many such facts will make children marvel

about the mad, mad world of creepy insects. The wall paintings of the Warli people of

Maharashtra are famous worldwide for their 177 simplicity and liveliness. Beginning with the Ma Ganga and the Razai Box story of little Shirvi who wants to give her Geeta Dharmarajan; illustrated by Sonali Biswas parents a suprise, the author takes a whimsical New Delhi: Katha, 2006. imaginary journey into how the art may have Rs. 80/- been born.

A delightful story that combines mythology and contemporary environmental issues. Ma Ganga is miffed and we need to do something to cheer her up, and quick!

178 Sameer's House Deepa Balsavar; Deepa Hari; illustrated by Nina Sabnani Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2006. Rs. 80/-

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III.Beginning to Read

illustrated sections. The highly visual approach Category: General and comprehensive, easy-to-use text are ideal for curious young readers. 180 101 Brain Teasers 184 Harish C Sansi I Want to Know About Series [How birds fly; New Delhi: Pustak Mahal, 1993. How fishes breathe under water; How people Rs. 68/- climb mountains; How people live in the desert etc.] This book contains a total of 101 mental Meesha Khanna; Ruchi Batra; illustrated by exercises. Some of them are simple, some are Kiran Mohan difficult, some based on mathematics while New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2008. others are based on logic. This book is sure to Rs. 66/- each bring forward the competitiveness in children who will derive immense pleasure in solving the A set of books on some fascinating and teasers. interesting things that is a big question mark for the curious child who always wants to know the 181 hows and whys of everything. Catch Me a Colobus Gerald Durrell 185 Chennai: Westland Books Pvt. Ltd., 2007. The Quiz Books Series [Animals; Birds; Nature; Rs. 150/- Science; Communication; Space etc.] Anuj Chawla The tales in this book are based on the author's New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, n.d. experiences and adventures at the New Jersey Rs. 80 /- zoo and in the extreme corners of the earth to rescue animal species from extinction. The red As the name implies this series of books is based and black colobus monkeys are described on quizzes on various topics which will stimulate beautifully. the child's mind.

182 186 Cobra in My Kitchen: Stories, Poems and Prose Reference - General Interest [set of 16 books] Pieces Noida: Parragon Publishing India, n.d. Zai Whitaker Rs. 99/- to Rs.395/- (varies for each book) New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. Rs. 266/- A new series of question and answer books presented in clearly defined and superbly This is a collection of articles, stories and poems, illustrated sections. The highly visual approach most of which are about reptiles, birds and and comprehensive easy-to-use text are ideal for tigers. Stranger than fiction stories told with a curious young readers. brand of humour, these pieces are also full of fascinating information about animals, places 187 and people. The Stationery Ark Gerald Durrell 183 Chennai: Westland Books Pvt. Ltd., 2006. Fascinating Facts [set of 8 books] Rs. 150/- Noida: Parragon Publishing India, n.d. Rs.195 / 395 each On of the most popular books of the author, this book is about zoos in general and one zoo- A new series of question and answer books 'Island of Jersey' in particular. The book throws presented in clearly defined and superbly light on a serious subject but through humorous

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and rib-tickling anecdotes. Durrell's concept is 191 that a zoo should fulfill 4 purposes: Animal Folk Tales from Around the World vol. conservation, education, research, and 1-3 entertainment. Santhini Govindan New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2004. Rs. 36/- each Category: Traditional literature (fables, legends, folk and fairy tales). The tales in this series come from all corners of the globe - North America, Africa, Europe, 188 Australia, South-east Asia and our own beautiful 71 Golden Tales of Panchatantra vol. 1-5 land India, and bring us glimpses of faraway Santhini Govindan lands. New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2005. RS. 75/- each 192 Awadhi Folktales The word, 'Panchatantra' means, the 'five Rakhi Soman principles'. These tales, primarily about animals, New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. are organized into five books on such topics as Rs. 135/- winning friends, losing property and waging war.The Panchatantra stories are fables based This collection contains eight rare and intriguing mostly on animals, which always end with a tales from Uttar Pradesh, the Awadh of the moral. These stories are perhaps the oldest of distant past. The stories, hundreds of years old, the children's stories ever written. They were revive the unmistakable flavour of Awadh, a originally intended to instruct three young large and sprawling colourful culture. Its people, princes in human conduct that would ensure simple yet sharp and witty, their beliefs and them worldly success. superstitions, and their fantasies and follies, are all subtly woven in the telling of these tales. 189 Adventures of Rama and Sita 193 Dorothy Belgrave; Hilda Hart Bargain Bride and Other Stories New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Neera Jain Rs. 45/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Rs. 45/- This collection has tales from one of the greatest Indian epics, the Ramayana. This eternal saga A collection of witty and entertaining folktales has endured for ages because of its main motif - from Punjab. Complemented with beautiful that good always triumphs over evil. illustrations, the stories provide lessons in moral values as well. A must read for young readers! 190 The Adventures of Young Krishna: the Blue God 194 of India Brother against Brother and Other Stories: Diksha Dalal-Clayton Tales of King Vikram New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1992. Shinie Antony Rs. 45/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Rs. 45/- This book contains the stories of Krishna re-told in a new style, for a new generation of readers. The characters come alive in these riddle-ridden The collection begins with the dramatic story of tales that get more relevant with the passage of his birth, and his escape as a baby from his cruel time. Populated by kings in danger and selfless uncle. The stories vividly illustrate the eternal servants, beautiful damsels and loyal friends, battle between good and evil. these stories with moral dilemmas are as interesting as they are informative.

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195 Children's Mahabharata 200 A J Patel Famous Stories from the Bible [set of 12 books] Ahmedabad: Ankur Prakashan, n.d. S P Singh & others Rs. 50/- New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2006. Rs. 25/- each 196 A Chutney Fairy Tale The Bible retold through fascinating story books. Tanya Luther Agarwal New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. 201 Rs. 45/- Fascinating Folk Tales of India Swapna Dutta A spicy 'chutney' of several all-time favourite New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2005. fairy tales blended with humour and new age Rs. 50/- morals, this is a story that has its characters overcome calamity through unconventional This interesting and enchanting collection of folk means. tales from all over India is basically meant for children to make them learn the language and 197 at the same time acquaint them with rich Indian Classic Literature for Children - Panchatantra values and culture. (series of 5 books) Yogesh Joshi 202 Mumbai: Navneet publications, 2002/2004. Folk Tales of Gujarat Rs. 45 /- each Alaka Shankar; illustrated by Saurabh Pandey New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. Originating in ancient folklore these stories Rs. 100/- inspire young minds to develop a strong moral fiber. Rich and vibrant, Gujarat is a land of adventures where almost every region boasts of stories of 198 brave men and women. This collection of 16 Classic Tales [series of books] stories of sacrifice, valour, might, deceit and Prashant Gupta righteousness gives a panaromic view of the rich New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2001/2006. cultural heritage of Gujarat. Rs. 36 /-each 203 This is a series of some very popular western Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales [set of classic stories full of adventures and thrills books] appealing to children. Some titles included in Ani Das this series are 'Sinbad the Sailor; Pinochio; New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2005. Emperor's Nightingale; Alibaba and Forty Rs. 32/-each Theives; Gulliver's Travels and even a book of Indian Classics. Magical fairy tales from the western world by the most popular writer of all times. Some 199 popular titles in this series are 'The Butterfly; The The Elephant-Headed God and Other Hindu Top & the Bull; The Old House etc. Tales Debjani Chatterjee 204 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1993. Hitopadesh (series of 5 books) Rs. 86/- Mumbai: Navneet Publications, n.d. Rs. 45/- each The three worlds of gods, of humans and of demons, come alive in these age-old tales from Originating in ancient Indian folklore these Hindu mythology. The twelve stories retold here inspirational storybooks will be a source of contain much of the enduring wisdom of India. knowledge and worldly wisdom. Morals of these

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stories will help young minds develop a strong Krishna has become king, he does not forget his character and a sound mind -set. boyhood friend, Sudama, who is steeped in poverty, and keeps him in his palace for many 205 months. Humorous Tales of Tenalirama (series of 6 books) 210 Yogesh Joshi Krishna Leela [set of 4 books] Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2003. S K Goomer Rs. 48/- each New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2007. Rs. 25/- each This series contains humorous tales of Tenalirama's wit, wisdom and presence of mind. Age old tales from the life of Lord Krishna. Tenalirama name is synonymous with intelligence and humour. 211 Lord Ganesha 206 Anil Kumar K Jai Hanuman New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2008. Rs. 40/- Rs. 54/- The story of the most worshipped Hindu God The book depicts the life of Hanuman and his Ganesha, son of Parvati is always interesting to valiant efforts to help Lord Rama in the battle read. with Ravana. 212 207 Lord Vishnu [Prominent Incarnations] Kissa Hatimtai Sushmita Dutta Gopal Sharma New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, n.d. New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. Rs. 180/- Rs. 80/- This book "The Ten Incarnations of Lord Vishnu" Hatimtai is one of the more popular figures from is one of India's most cherished book and has Arabian legends and his adventures and bravery been brought out in a unique style. Whenever are household stories. evil manifested itself on the earth, Lord Vishnu incarnated himself to destroy evil. 208 Know About Hindu Godesses [series of books] 213 M D Gupta; Prashant Gupta Mahabharata - part 1 -12 New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2005. New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 1998. Rs. 45/- each Rs. 23/- each

As the name implies, this series of books on This series is the abridged version of the ancient Hindu Godesses dwells on the aura and divinity Indian classic - Vyasa's Mahabharata specially that surrounds them and tells the story of how meant for children to enjoy, learn and imbibe each of these Godesses came to be worshipped the moral values contained in all the stories. by Hindus. 214 209 The Matchless Pearl and Other Mythical Tales - Krishna and Sudama 24 Stories from Around the World K Shivakumar Swapna Dutta; Ramendra Kumar New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2006. Rs. 12/- Rs. 80/-

An age old story of love and loyalty between two Written in a simple language, these mythical friends, one poor and the other rich. Though tales create a sense of wonderment in the minds

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of the children, and make for entertaining Rs. 250/- reading. The book is a treasurehouse of fantastic and 215 magical myths and legends from all over the Mulla Nasruddin (series of 5 books) world. The stories are profound in their wisdom Yogesh Joshi and recount unforgettable tales of love and Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2005. adventure, dutiful sons and other timeless Rs. 55/- each stories from Africa to Alaska.

Popular humorous witty stories and anecdotes 220 of Mulla Nasruddin written in simple language The Puffin Book of Classic Indian Tales for will thoroughly be enjoyed by children. Children Meena Uberoi 216 New Delhi: Puffin Books (Penguin India), 2002. Panchatantra the Musical Rs.399/- Kamala Ramchandani Naharwar New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. The Puffin Book of Classic Indian Tales for Rs.63/- Children is a glorious celebration of the richness and diversity of Indian myths and folktales, These delightful tales, a part of Indian folklore accompanied by stunning illustrations. for centuries, with animal characters, not only tell exciting stories but also contain lessons for 221 life. This play binds together five Panchatantra The Ramayana stories in a magical circle of music, dance and C G R Kurup; illustrated by B G Varma fun and transports the child to an amazing world New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. of a forest where anything can happen. Derived basically from Valmiki's Sanskrit classic, 217 the epic exemplifies righteous outlook and The Pleasantries of the incredible Mulla action, devotion to duty, fearlessness and Nasruddin compassion. The epic is one of the most widely Idries Shah read lore in Indian homes, and abroad. Rama's New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2007. story has, through generations, influenced the Rs.95/- quality of human beings.

Mulla Nasruddin is a legendary figure of the 222 golden age of Persian era. The stories included Ramayana [part1 - 11] carry a deeper meaning and are an excellent New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 1998. introduction to Sufism. Rs. 27/- each

218 This multi part illustrated series of the famous Pretty Famous Tales [series of books] Indian epic Ramayana is specially brought out New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2005/2006. for children to learn about the great king Rama Rs. 54/- each who was actually an incarnation of Lord Vishnu and who came into this world to rid it of all evils. This is yet another series of some of the most famous western stories for children ever told, 223 like 'The Sleeping Beauty' and ‘Jack and the Ramayana the Epic for Children Beanstalk' and 'The Hen that Laid the Golden Jamini Shastr; U J Shastri eggs'. Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2002. Rs.250/- 219 The Puffin Book of World Myths and Legends This widely read epic with its heroic characters, Anita Nair wonderful legends and dramatic incidents is New Delhi: Puffin Books (Penguin India), 2004. reproduced for children in a simple and lucid

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manner with colourful pictures throughout the 229 book. Stories from Ithiyamala Fables of Kerala A K Srikumar 224 New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. Selected Fairy Tales Rs. 120/- Anil Kumar K New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2003. Ithihyamala is a collection of legends in Rs. 40/- Malayalam, numbering over a hundred written by Kottarathil Sankunni, a versatile scholar. The Fabulous selection of fairy tales which will take stories cover a vast spectrum of life, children on a fantasy dream trip! personalities, events and skills, including magic, medicine, illusion, and so on. The stories are 225 remarkable for their simplicity, lucid style, Seventy Five Tales from Panchatantra richness of humour and charm. The stories give Sonabhai Patel a deep insight into the customs and traditions of Ahmedabad: Ankur Prakashan, n.d. Kerala. Highly recommended for children of all Rs.110/- ages.

226 230 Shree Ganesh Stories from Panchatantra (4 parts- Selected; S k Goomer Interseting; Inspiring and Moral Stories ) New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 1998. Anil Kumar K Rs. 54/- New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. Rs. 40/- An Interesting book on the ever popular Hindu God - Shree Ganesh. This is a four part series of selected gems of stories from the Panchatantra that impart moral 227 values to enrich one's life. Singhasan Battisi - Classic Literature for Children (series of 9 books) 231 Yogesh Joshi & others Stories from Panchatantra (rev. ed.) Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2006. Shivkumar; Anil Vyas Rs. 45/- each New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2007. Rs. 100/- The stories from `Singhasan Battisi' are believed to have been written during the 15 th and 18 th A compendium of 28 select stories from the centuries and reflect the nine human emotions Panchatantra. (navarases) : love, valour, disgust, anger, mirth, fear, pity, wonder, tranquility. 232 Stories of India 228 Mrinalini Sarabhai; illustrated by Subir Roy Singhasan Battisi New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. Gopal Sharma Rs. 55/- New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. Rs. 80/- Gods and demons, princes and princesses, friends and foes all figure in this collection of The story of Raja Bhoj, a famous and brave king, stories that are drawn from India's rich cultural who comes to know of a Sinhasan (throne) past. which is magical and mysterious. Moreover, whenever he tries to sit on the Sinhasan 32 233 statues from the Sinhasan emerge and one by Stories of the Buddha one tell him tales of Veer Vikram to prevent the Anita Khanna; illustrated by Tapas Guha Raja from sitting on the throne. New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. Rs. 70/-

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stories are told of how the Maharaja tries to This collection of 24 stories of the life of Gautam outwit the Nawab and how Gopal assists in Buddha from his birth to his attaining nirvana, these endeavours. In every story, it is Gopal who imparts great values which should be practiced emerges the hero. generally by one and all. The Buddha means the enlightened. The Sakya prince did not reject life 238 entirely but returned to it, declaring the middle Tales of Tenali Raman: a Parrot that could Pray path or moderation. and Other Stories Neera Jain 234 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Stories of Vikram Betal Rs. 45/- Anil Kumar K New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2003. Tenali Raman was a great wit who flourished in Rs. 40/- the court of the king of Vijayanagara in south India. Krishnadevaraya the king was not only a Stimulating and legendary fairy tales derived great lover of justice but a patron of learning from the stories of the famous king and the arts too. In his court, Tenali Raman Vikramaditya who gives brilliant and logical enjoyed many privileges and his sayings are a solutions to the Betal the vampire, who resides household name. in the corpse the king is carrying back to his kingdom. 239 Thrilling Stories from the Arabian Nights 235 Anil Kumar K Tales and Legends from India New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. Ruskin Bond Rs. 40/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1990. Rs. 113/- The magical 'Arabian Nights Stories' are very famous around the world for their fascinating India is a melting-pot of races and religions, mysterious stories. Children are always kindled where so much has happened, and still happens, by these stories which not only entertain them to excite the mind and spirit. This book is for hours, but also give them moral values by designed to give the reader the feel of India and telling the difference between the good and the recapture some of its magic. evil.

236 240 Tales from Panchatantra: Crows and Owls Time for a Tale New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Joyeeta Dutta Ray Rs. 45/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Rs. 45/- Panchatantra is written in the form of a chain of simple stories, and each story has a moral & From the world of 'asuras' and 'devas' to the philosophical theme which has stood the test of world of scientists and cinema, from the street time and so is true even in modern times. side to the mansions, from hill stations to coastal areas, each story in this compilation 237 revolves around a child who learns a thing or Tales of Gopal two through interesting incidents. Swapna Dutta Bangalore: Unicorn Books, 2004. 241 Rs. 60/- A Treasury of Ancient Indian Tales Swagata Deb Many humorous tales are attributed to jesters. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2007. Along the lines of Akbar-Birbal and Tenaliram Rs. 135/- stories, Gopal is the chief jester in the court of Maharaja Krishna Chandra of Bengal. Many

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This is a collection of some of the most exciting 246 and fun stories from Indian mythology. Lucidly World Famous Bedtime Fairy Tales narrated and brilliantly illustrated, this exclusive Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2007. assortment of tales gives us a peek into Rs. 80/- fascinating legends, and recounts the exploits of the gods, demons and mortals in tales of valour, This book brings together some popular fairy adventure and intrigue. tales from around the world with exciting illustrations to captivate a child's mind. 242 Treasury of Indian Tales- Book I & II Category: Fiction - Adventure and Detective, Shankar Mystery and Ghost stories New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2003. Rs. 37/- each 247 'A' for Adventure This series includes some such well loved stories, Surekha Panandiker; illustrated by retold tales, accounts of bravery, and legends of Chandramohan wit which is a handy treasury indeed. Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 2004. Rs. 25/- 243 Vikas Stories for Children (series of 7 books) Some fascinating mystery stories for children C K Sampath; Cecelia Powell which may make children want to be detectives! Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 1999. The case of the missing jewellery of the Goddess Rs. 35/- each which was fake solved by Rama, the disappearence of the boats... Chintu catching a Series of 7 books containing about 100 stories thief on the train...and many such stories tell taken from traditional sources like you that children are keen observers. Panchatantra, Aesop's fables etc. Almost every story has a moral which will inculcate in children 248 sublime virtues and worldly wisdom, besides Adventure Trail entertaining them. T T Sawant Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, n.d. 244 Rs. 12/- Warli Folktales [set of 2 books] Benita Sen; illustrated by Rajiv 'Banjara' Varma Thrilling stories of adventures involving terror Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. unleashed by animals in villages will keep the Rs. 20 /-each reader spellbound. Shersingh, the cowherd and his fight with the lion which often visited the These books talk about sharing, caring and village;. Vasant and his challenging task of respecting nature. Warli style of painting is the curbing a hyena are two of such adventure base for the beautiful illustrations that make the stories in this book. books very attractive. 249 245 Adventures in Moneypur The Wits and Wisdom of Mulla Nasruddin Swapna Mirashi New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2008. Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2006. Rs. 86/- Rs. 90/-

Mulla Nasrudin can be a fool or a clown, but he This book is an amazingly innovative work and can occasionally be very wise and very funny. uses fantasy to educate children about finance! The book is full of stories about the way Honey meets Money in the magical isle of Nasrudin tricks people, and sometimes gets Moneypur. The book entertains and enlightens tricked himself. the readers on common practices in the crucial area of personal finance and helps children understand money matters in general.

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255 250 Dog Detective Ranjha The Adventures of Kalu Pratap Sharma Gulab Calla New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1995. Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. Rs.86/- Rs. 105/- This book is dedicated to such people all over the It is the story of a fatherless boy who even after world who love animals. acute poverty and destitution reaches heights of success. An inspiration for poor and 256 uderprevileged children. Hari the Jungle Lad Dhan Gopal Mukherji 251 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Babolita & Other Fantasies Rs. 135/- Mumbai: Navneet Publications, n.d. Rs. 50/- An intense, vivid, adventurous story of a young boy's life in the jungle. The story throbs with life, 252 and is full action in the jungle thickly peopled by Bossman and the Kala Shaitan creatures of the wild. Ranjit Lal New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. 257 Rs. 176/- The Hunt for the Miracle Herb Deepa Agarwal The four Nath children (and their bandy-legged Mumbai: Navneet Publications, n.d. bulldog Bossman) are thrilled when their father Rs. 60/- acquires a rambling farm outside Delhi. The children learn that a 'kala shaitan' haunts the Filled with humour, thrilling moments and area, and both pet and stray dogs have vanished mystery, this novel keeps one in suspense till its without trace. The adventure begins when exciting finish. Bossman goes missing. 258 253 It Happened that Year Bossman and the Thrown away Family Bubla Basu Ranjit Lal Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 1999. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. Rs. 50/- Rs. 176/- This book introduces Vikram, Amita, Pia, Rakesh A sinister mystery and adventure story involving and Dev as the infamous five who are the bulldog and the four Nath children when determined to be difficult, till they encounter they discover a photo-album in a garbage dump Rhea and her mother, Auntie Bulan, who and begin to get death threats!! influence positively without reforming them.

254 259 Doctor Wrasse of Crystal Rock Kari the Elephant Kalpish Ratna Dhan Gopal Mukherji New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Rs. 63/- Rs. 45/-

This first book in the series of Animal Crackers This book tells us the story of an elephant called looks at the world on the floor of the ocean.. Kari. The story of his growth and adventures, where Dr Wrasse, who treats, on an average, from the time he was six months old, is told with 300 patients daily in his clinic at the bottom of direct sincerity. the sea, is on trial for murder!!

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260 This is the story of a boy whose hobby is to The Khan's Talisman discover new things and facts and who lives a J P Kerawala life full of thrills and adventures. New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2006. Rs. 80/- 266 Mysterious Island This book is packed with adventure, mystery, M Rubin valour, imagination and humour and readers Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. will find themselves swirling along with Shiv through the restaurant Nizams, in Kolkatta and Story of two brave boys who fight against drug meetin Ghenghis Khan, face-to-face! smugglers on a mysterious island.

261 267 Lost in Space The Noisy Ghost in the Attic & Other Stories M Rubin Hema Rao Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2005. Rs. 40/- An interesting science based story of two friends and their adventures on a wonderful planet. This world is full of crooks ready to hoodwink and rob the gullible and this story reveals how 262 with a little bit of luck and wit, smart teenagers Macho Man and the Genie of the Magical outsmart those nasty crooks. Conch Vicky Raj 268 Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. Not a Mere Game Rs.368/- Ramendra Kumar Mumbai: Navneet publications, 2006. First part of a series on Machoman and his genie Rs. 40/- who takes you on a magical world's journey. 269 263 Prisoners of Saturn Mission Jungle M Rubin M Rubin Jaipur: Ayush Publications, , n.d. Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. A story of children who go for a space walk and A mystery and conspiracy story set in the forests. end up on Saturn and meet amazing creatures.

264 270 Monkeynut and the Magic Figs Stories of Talisman Pratibha Nath B Igen New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. Rs. 45/- Rs. 80/-

What happens when the figs you pick off a tree This book carries fifteen stories which are a turn out to be magic? You can sing, as roller coaster trip through mind-boggling magic Monkeynut and his friends in the jungle dimensions. discover, to their surprise and delight. A perfect story that ends in a song. 271 A Tale of the Forest 265 Suroopa Mukherjee Mr. Gimic and Hidden Secrets New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Vicky Raj Rs. 86/- Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d.

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Santalpur is a small, remote village beside the Basu's Up to the Nines, a sequel to It Happened river Sohna where three young boys lose their That Year, is the second in a series about six way in the jungle and find themselves in an old, intelligent but "difficult to deal with" children dilapidated temple.This triggers the 'curse of and their doings in class 9 of a Calcutta school. Santalpu', and a pack of man-eating wolves In this book, the six grow up a little more. The threaten the peaceful village life. book does not deal with unusual children, the exotic and dramatic but shows these children 272 growing up and not remaining lovable forever. Terror in Fun City Ramendra Kumar 277 Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2008. The Winged Tree and Other Faity Tales Rs. 65/- Ludmilla Chakrabarty New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Conspiracy, deceit, corruption, a sinister ploy to Rs. 45/- wreak havoc on thousands of innocent lives, and four vibrant teenagers on a mission to stop The stories in this collection take you to an miscreants from achieving their goal. unusual world- where trees dance to the tune of musical notes, an alchemist prepares a unique 273 elixir and little kids take care of their naughty, Traveller's Ghost troublesome, grown-up parents! Deepa Agarwal Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2006. Rs. 50/- Category: General Fiction

A haunting mystery story about a strange Yatri's 278 house from where children have been vanishing 5 Bright Ideas mysteriously in the hill town. There's something Sarojine Chopra strange about the photographer, famous for his New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. portraits. Rs. 45/-

274 These well known stories are retold with extra Treasure Hunt in Jolly Boa & Other Stories titbits and lively pictures. They give ideas that Mohona Kanjilal can turn a situation on its head! The Mumbai: Navneet publications, 2005. woodcutter's lost axe, the cap-seller and the Rs. 50/- monkeys are some such stories told.

275 279 Uncle Moon's Fairy Tales Series [Cinderalla, 15 Sports Stories The Sleeping Beauty, Treasure Island, The Ugly Edited by Geeta Menon; illustrated by Subir Roy Duckling etc. ] New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2000/2003. Rs. 70/- Rs. 32/- each Sports is an activity though done for pleasure, A series of very popular Western classic stories helps in the all-round development of an for children edited and retold for Indian children. individual. It teaches discipline and tolerance A delightful set of fairy tales which children will and inculcates healthy competition.The stories in surely enjoy. this book aim to inspire the children to play the game in its spirit. 276 Up to the Nines 280 Bubla Basu Animal Stories [series of 5 books] Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2005. Herminder Ohri Rs. 50/- Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs.20 /-each

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A series of witty and clever tales from the jungle, This is the story of a squirrel that wants to involving some adventurous and helpful animals. change her tail as she feels restless and bored, but learns a lesson that some changes are not 281 for the better! Animal Stories P G Sahasrabuddhye; illustrated by Shaila 286 Mohan Chuskit Goes to School Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, , n.d. Sujatha Padmanabhan; illustrated by Rs. 60/- Madhuvanti Anantarajan Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. The twenty stories in this book portray the good, Rs. 25/- the bad and the ugly aspects of humans through the medium of animals. A story of a girl Chuskit longing to go to school and make friends and learn, but unable to do so 282 till Abdul helps her fulfill her wish. Bad-Bad-Boo and Other Stories Sarojine Chopra 287 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Crisis on Earth Rs. 45/- M Rubin Jaipur: Ayush Publications, , n.d. Valuable lessons in civic behaviour through fun- filled stories! Funny and adorable characters --- Interesting story of a boy who saves the earth Ganju, Sola Pu Hu, Biddi Bhoom, Khatta Meetha from being deprived of water by some powerful Majdoor, Faltu Paltu and Chal Kharabu and the creatures from another galaxy. tricks are they upto will be enjoyed by children. 288 283 The Dream Came True Bani Usha Bhargava Herminder Ohri; illustrated by Taposhi Ghoshal Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 125/- Rs.20/- The stories in this book reflects Indian society, its This is an exciting story of Bani who floats in her people and different aspects of their life. sleep and reaches amusing and amazing places. 289 284 Eena's Library Book Character Building Stories for Children [more Ravina Gandhi than 30 books viz.Selfish; Friendly; Why Fight?; New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 1998. Why Tease; Hurt; Confident etc.] Rs. 18 Ved Prakash New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2004. Eena experiences the great fun of going Rs. 45/- each shopping to the market with her mother. She's even more thrilled when she finds something to A big series of character building moral stories put in her own basket... something only meant for young children highlights imortant for herself. behavioural issues in day to day life and will inspire them to become better human beings. 290 The Girl Who Hated Books 285 Manjusha Pawagi; illustrated by Leanne Franson Chulbul's Tail Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 1999. Savitri; illustrated by Sanjay Sarkar Rs. 45/- Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 25/-

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Although she lives in a house full of avid readers, Meena hates books--until she discovers the The fun-loving grasshopper learns an important magic inside them. A story about a girl who lesson from the industrious ants. discovers the joys of the written word, but not without a few disasters. 296 Halwa Tales and Other Stories: Tales of Mulla 291 Nasruddin Good Night Stories New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Nimret Handa Rs. 45/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. Rs.86/- The irrepressible mullah never fails to delight by his antics. These six stories highlight his An imaginary story about the sun, moon and mischievous sense of humour, his quick replies stars! What happens when the moon becomes and his ability to get his own way adds spark to too vain and invites the fury of the sun? Poor the most common place situation. moon has to run all around to find a safe place to hide from the angry sun and someone rescues 297 her finally! Have You Met the Zeds? Judith 292 New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 1999. Grand Mother's Stories Rs. 20/- Anil Kumar K New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. A fast paced story of the Zed family who live far Rs. 40/- away, beyond the river of eternity, in a town called Zedlam. The Zeds' world of Zippity, Zen, A magical trip to fantasy land for children. Zim, Zelle and Zany is as interesting as one can get and no different from ours. 293 Grandpa Gyan [series of 5 books] 298 Jayashree Deshpande; illustrated by Srikrishna Home Sweet Home Kedilaya S Shyamala; illustrated by Manish Chavan Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs.20 /-each Rs. 25/-

This series narrates the enjoyable experiences of Daboo who is unable to sleep at home due to his Raju who always spends his summer holidays newborn sister's crying, tries to find anothe with his grandpa at his farm in the village. place to sleep.

294 299 Granny's Sari Humorous Tales Omnibus Asha Nehemaiah Rudyard Kipling New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 1998. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2001. Rs. 176/- Children will learn the various uses of a simple 'sari'. When Anu and granny go looking for Here in this omnibus edition is a collection of the granny's favourite sari that has been blown best among Rudyard Kipling's humorous tales away by the wind, they meet many people who for children. They lead the little readers to a have used the sari to their advantage. realm of laughter and amusement.

295 300 Grasshopper Interesting Original Stories (series of 6 books) Geeta Pote; illustrated by Rijuta Ghate Mumbai: Navneet Publications, , n.d. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 50/- each Rs.25/-

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Amusing stories woven around interesting One of the best-loved works of Kipling, the incidents from children's life form the theme of Jungle Book is a classic tale of a young boy this series of books, adorned with cute and growing up in the jungle. colourful pictures. Sumi, Hippo, Monty, Tanu, Parin, Sonu are the titles of this series. 306 Jungle Stories 301 Govind Godbole; illustrated by Sanjay Pande It's Story Time (series of 5 books) Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 2003. Mumbai: Navneet Publications, , n.d. Rs. 50/- Rs. 40 /-each 307 A virtual treasure house of stories based on birds The Land of Oz & animals, trees & mountains, ponds & rivers, L Frank Baum kings queens, ogres & fairies which kids will be New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. fascinated with. Rs. 54/-

302 In this first sequel to popular 'The Wonderful Jalebi Curls Wizard of Oz’, we join a young boy named Tip on Niveditha Subramanyam; Kavita Singh a series of incredible adventures. Chennai: Tulika publishers, n.d. Rs. 70/- 308 The Last Sneeze and Other Stories The Raja loves and dreams of jalebis all the time. Indira Anantakrishnan Then the dream becomes a nightmare.The brief New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. text of this delightful little book is set off by Rs. 54/- illustrations that play with curls and colours. A collection of short and simple stories that 303 capture in words and illustrations, the life of The Jellybeans Story ordinary boys and girls with an extraordinary Tanya Luther Agarwal ability to think and act differently. Live with Lily's New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. explosive laughter, Ganesha's silly sneezes, the Rs.45/- Jacaranda tree that did not flower, Jaya's musical talent and much more! Our flavoured friends in the jellybean factory are brimming with excitement. They are about to 309 become jellybeanies, the proudest moments in Latula the Dancing Top their yummy lives but to their horror and shame, Deepa Agarwal they discover that they are anything but perfect New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. and have been marked ‘irregular’! Rs. 45/-

304 Latula is a mischievous little top, very fond of Joyful Stories dancing and this book is about her exciting Sonabhai Patel adventures one night, when everyone is asleep Ahmedabad: Ankur Prakashan, n.d. and Latula decides to explore. Rs. 35 310 305 Lion on the Loose The Jungle Book Paro Anand; illustrated by Avishek Sen Rudyard Kipling Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2000. Rs.25/- Rs. 86/- A lion takes a rainy day holiday and feasts on pakoras.

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311 Rs. 20/- A Long Walk for Bina Ruskin Bond A sweet tale of a boy Tuku who loves taking care New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. of animals. First he tends to an injured baby Rs. 54/- monkey who becomes his best friend and gets upset when he has to go away but not for long. The story is simple yet educative in which the An injured mynah is now left in his care! author skillfully brings out the beauty of flora and fauna and also introduces children to the 317 highly controversial issue of the dam being built Moral Stories 1-6 (set of 6 books) around Tehri. Bhikhabhai Suthar Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2004. 312 Rs.40 /-each Master of Odds and Sods vol.1 M Rubin Written in simple and easy to understand Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. language, this set of books will go a long way in instilling strong moral and social values in This is a humorous story of a young innocent children. man Veeru and his adventures and struggle with criminals during his visit to a city. 318 Moral Stories for Children 313 Gulab Calla Mimi and the Buffalo Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. Rukmini Bannerji; illustrated by Santosh Pujari Rs. 105/- Mumbai: Pratham books, 2009. Rs. 25/- A collection of short stories meant for psychological counseling of children, each story A funny urban tale of a fat buffalo parked in the dealing with a particular issue of a child's middle of a busy street, with a twist in its tail! behaviour and carries a strong moral message.

314 319 Mini Bus The Moral Tales of Madam Ranka Ruskin Bond Savitri Ranka New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2008. Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. Rs. 295/- Rs. 95/-

This is a superb collection of stories and verse The stories in this book convey the true values of selected from four of Ruskin Bond's well known honesty, sincerity and truthfulness and guides books. The stories are delightful, witty and young children generally. personal. 320 315 The Mouse with Seven Tails Mini the Hippo Learns to Jump! Bapsi Sidhwa; illustrated by Sanjay Sarkar Herminder Ohri Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 20/- Rs. 20/- Most mice are happy with one ordinary tail, but The story of a daring Hippopotamus who jumps this little mouse is happy only with seven tails! on to the moon defying all rules of gravity! 321 316 My Fish and I Monkeys Come to Village Kalyani Rajan Swati Bhattacharjee New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2007. New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2007. Rs. 18/-

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New Delhi: Pustak Mahal, 2006. A story bound to arouse the imagination of a Rs. 80/- child who finds it great fun to become a fish! To be able to swim lazily, to tumble down without Parables, anecdotes and fables have always getting hurt, to sleep with one's eyes open... Yet been a popular way of conveying essential there is something in the outside world... wisdom for personal development. Nuggets of something you cannot live without. Wisdom is one such book -- a rare collection of little tales, stories and incidents that the author 322 has painstakingly collected over the years. Each My Friend, the Sea story will allow a child to exploit his wisdom Sandhya Rao; photographs by Karuna Sesh; fully! Pervez Bhagat Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. 327 Rs. 120/- One Green Drop Benita Sen; illustrated by Baaraan Ijlal A fictional story of a boy caught in the aftermath Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. of the tsunami that hit the southeastern coast of Rs. 20/- India and other parts of the world, shows how children come to terms with natural calamity. A hilarious and adventure filled story of a Warm photographs reinforce images of bonding grasshopper, a giraffe and a tiger on the loose between sea and child. with a can of green paint.

323 328 My Mother the Sandwich Maker and Other Orient Longman - Pratham book Series [set of 4 tales of Food books: Santa’s Christmas; Simbiosis; The Four Monisha Mukundan Friends; The Whispering Palms] New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Lavina Tien; illustrated by Emanuele Scanziani & Rs. 54/- others Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Simple, fun-filled recipes told through wonderful Rs. 20/40 each stories will make your children expert cooks! These stories are global tales of friendship and 324 family with beautiful text and colourful Natkhat the Naughty Monkey ilustrations. Namrata Gupta New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2006. 329 Rs. 36/- Pets Please Paro Anand A fun story of a monkey who gets into trouble. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Rs. 45/- 325 New Awakening and Other Stories Ever wanted a pet, really, really badly? And have Anjeev Anjum your parents always said a big, fat NO? Well Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. here's a book that tells you what to do about Rs. 105/- that.

A collection of six stories, each story being 330 inspirational and motivational for young Prisoner of the Night children. Mostafa Rahmandoust; illustrated by Alain Bailhache 326 Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, n.d. Nuggets of Wisdom - a Collection of Short Rs. 35/- Stories J M Mehta

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The owl does not like the daylight and the light Ruskin Bond not only brings to life a town in of the sun. She decides to cover the sun with the northern India capturing the scenery, the people, help of wind and the cloud to make the sky the atmosphere - but also shows that children cloudy and dark. Will the sun put up with this are the same the world over. situation or can the owl and the sun reach a compromise? 336 Role Call 331 Poile Sengupta Radhika New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Shrikrishna Sharma Rs. 63/- Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. Rs. 50/- The sweet and simple stories in this book captures the myriad aspects of school life--the 332 excessive burden of studies, the wall-magazine, The Rainbow Slide the studious and the not-so-studious children, Mukta Munjal; illustrated by B.G. Varma the pranks and games, the rains which pep up New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. the gloomy spirits of everyone-from the most Rs.18/- strict looking teacher to the school chowkidar.

An exciting story of Bindi, a fairy who slides 337 down a rainbow and lands on earth in search of Rosy and Susie and Other Stories the bravest man in the world! Gulab Calla Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. 333 Rs. 65/- The Rajah's Moustache Asha Nehemaiah A collection of short stories especially meant for New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. the girl child,l aiming to inspire and motivate Rs. 18/- girls in the right way.

An amusing tale of Rajah Muchacho Singh who 338 is so fascinated with his curly-whirly-twirly The Ruskin Bond's Children's Omnibus moustache that he orders everything in his Ruskin Bond kingdom to be fashioned the same way. But one New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1995. fine morning, he finds his moustache growing Rs.135/- straight! And the queen was responsible for it! The superbly illustrated volume contains many 334 of Ruskin Bond's best stories, including the ever- The Red Monster popular Grand Father's Private Zoo, written over Sudha Narsimhachar twenty-five years ago and a firm favourite with New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2004. two generations of children. Rs. 68/- 339 Eleven simple tales told simply. Chinni, Sharu The Seven Sleeping Pills Aunty, Sweety, Rammaiah Mamma, Subba Rao Yadam Ram Kumar lead ordinary lives yet tug at your heart-strings Jaipur: Ayush Publications, 2009. and become unforgettable. Rs. 105/-

335 Drama between a Granny and a ten year old boy The Road to the Bazar Hans. The Seven Pills are the seven moral stories Ruskin Bond meant for seven days of the week. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1993. Rs. 86/- 340 Seven Wonders M Rubin

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Ten science fiction stories predicting the future This delightfully illustrated book contains two of the world. stories: Swami and the White Elephant-a young boy's adventure in the jungle, and Sunny in the 341 Mall-the story of a naughty puppy who Shekh Chilli gatecrashes a party. B Igen New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. 346 Rs. 40/- Tales of a Grandfather from Assam vol. 1-3 Lakshminath Bezbaruah A highly entertaining and humorous book full of New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. stories, that will make you laugh till tears come Rs. 45/- each to your eyes. This exquisite collection of tales comes from the 342 land where the Brahmaputra flows. Demons, Short Stories for Children princes, wizards and peasants inhabit these SubirRoy; Geeta Varma stories which occasionally allow the reader New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. charming glimpses of rural Assamese life. These Rs. 25/- tales show that virtue has its rewards and wickedness never goes unpunished. The stories in the collection deal with various concerns of a child's life - parents, home, 347 brothers, sisters, school, teachers, friends, and Terror of Super Computer pets to name a few. M Rubin Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. 343 Someone Somewhere at 23.13 The story of the future when all the Mumbai Ruskin Bond city's traffic is controlled by one Super computer New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. one day, and how one child saves the world from Rs. 45/- devastation.

This collection of eight short stories finds school 348 children at their imaginative best.They cover There's Something under My Bed vast ground in their first attempts at Paro Anand storytelling: from science fiction to nostalgia and New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. war times. Rs. 45/-

344 Have you ever felt that there is something under The Story of the Moonglow Pearl your bed? Something lumpy- bumpy, with a long Hema Pande icky- sticky tail? Find out what happened one New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. night when something very strange appeared Rs. 45 under Arjun's bed.

An ordinary village girl finds a precious 349 moonglow pearl on the sea beach; but by the Tons of Buttons order of the king, ordinary people cannot own Tanya Luther Agarwal such an exquisite thing and this results in a New Delhi: Rupa & co., 2003. tragic love story. Rs. 45/-

345 Little Ria has hundreds of buttons in her Swami and the White Elephant collection--of all shapes and sizes, and each one Atul Sinha different from the rest. Being fond of all of them New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. she cannot decide which ones to choose for her

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fancy dress ball at school! Find out what The story of the lion cub that just could not roar happens when buttons can talk and think like or of the little girl with the 'infectious' smile and humans! peacocks dancing in the rain will conjure up the most delightful images. 350 Toy Buddies and Other Stories 355 Anjeev Anjum Wizard's Winter Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. Dhruva Chak Rs. 95/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Rs. 176/- The stories in the book have been designed according to the mindset of primary and high This fascinating fantasy reveals deeper human school level kids. truths, about the power to believe in oneself, and how might isn't always right. 351 A Whale of a Time 356 Benita Sen; illustrated by Surendra Suman The Woman and the Crow New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2001. Alaka Shankar New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. A colourful book about a blue whale who is Rs. 18/- befriended by a bored little boy Rahit and calls her Wolu and the whale of a time both have will The story shows that basic nature never keep children rapt with envy. changes. A little child wants to be friendly with a crow but the crow plays true to nature and robs 352 the child of a biscuit. Wild and Wacky Tales [set of 5 books] Venkatramana Gowda; illustrated by Srikrishna 357 Kedilaya Wonderful Human from Space Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. M Rubin Rs. 20/- each Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d.

This five part series of witty tales will surely free This is the story of creatures from the outer the child's imagination and help him to think space mightier than humans in wisdom and laterally. strength, and whose leader wants to conquer the world . 353 A Wild Elephant at Camp 358 Anupama Mohorkar; illustrated by Emanuele Yadam's Tales Scanziani Yadam Ram Kumar Chennai: Tara Publishing, 2005. Jaipur: Ayush Publications, n.d. Rs. 105/- Rs. 105/-

Based on a real life incident, this beautifully A collection of short stories for school children, illustrated book is also the moving story of a each story conveying a unique moral lesson. The child's growth as he learns to care for another book aims to develop the personality of the being. child.

354 359 The Wish that Went Whoosh Zoo Duck Benita Sen Harini Srinivasan New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. New Delhi: Children's Book trust, 2006. Rs. 45/- Rs. 18/-

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This story of a starved duck that flies miles away from home and arrives at a zoo will arouse This book guides and initiates children into the anyone's sympathy. The animals eagerly mysteries of the most fascinating part of the welcome him to their habitat, but the keepers do universe - the sky. not want the bird to stay. 365 Beaks of Birds Category: Biography and Autobiography Utkarsha Manish; illustrated by Manish Chavan Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. 360 Rs. 25/- Bahuroope Gandhi Anu Bandyopadhyaya This flap book tells you how birds got beaks of New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. different sizes and shapes. Rs. 12/- 366 This book describes the multifaceted personality Chandukaka of Gandhiji and how he functioned in a variety of Neelimakumar Khaire ways - as a barrister, author, kisan, weaver and Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, n.d. did a lot more with equal devotion. Rs. 60/-

361 A brief introduction to the amazing world of India's Freedom Fighters vol.1-5 animals will surely induce children to become Vinod Meghani animal and nature lovers. Ahmedabad: Gurjar Grantha Ratna Karyalaya, 2006. 367 Rs. 50 /-each Children's Encyclopedia of Birds Dharm Dev Arora 362 New Delhi: ABC Publications, n.d. Rani Lakshmibai Deepa Agarwal The complete book of birds is packed with useful New Delhi: Puffin Books (Penguin India), 2009. information and beautiful pictures. There are Rs. 150/- sections on various kinds of birds from the smallest hummingbird to the largest ostrich and The book chronicles the life and times of the the book will be an invaluable addition to the legendary character in a gripping narrative, family bookshelf. drawing a colourful portrait of her bravery. 368 363 Children's Science Encyclopedia (in 17 vols.) The Legend of Bhagat Singh A H Hashmi B Igen New Delhi: Pustak Mahal, 2009. New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2003. Rs. 450/- Rs. 40/- Children`s Science Encyclopedia in 17 volumes is The story of Bhagat Singh, a brave freedom an unparalleled effort. All the essential subject fighter who defied the British rule and embraced areas, from Universe and Environment, Plants death to help India get freedom, never fails to and Animals, to Human Body, are covered in this thrill and inspire people. comprehensive encyclopedia. Readable entries integrated with informative illustrations make Category: Science the text lively and interesting, thus enabling better understanding of the topics covered. 364 Akasa Darsana Atlas 369 G R Paranjpe The Drunken Forest New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. Gerald Durrell

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Chennai: Westland Books Pvt. Ltd., 2007. Rs. 70/- Rs. 150/- The world is full of strange happenings- for some Set against the backdrop of South America, the we know the reason, for some we are still story is of a search for rare animal species. The wondering. This book explains with the sphinx story highlights the author's adventurous spirit the scientific principles behind day to day who through his spontaneous, sympathetic and happenings. It is necessary to wonder why and humorous narrative makes all creatures very know the answer to some degree. viz. why water endearing to the reader. has no shape, smell, colour or taste of its own, why we laugh when tickled, why do fruits 370 change colour when ripe and many more of such The Eureka Series (set of 4 books) interesting facts which should delight the Roopa Pai; illustrated by Greystroke curious child. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs.25/-each 374 Inventions I & II The books in this series go about demystifying New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2005. some basic scientific concepts in an engaging Rs. 90/- manner which will greatly appeal to the child. Each book expalins different phenomena like the 375 rotation of the earth, scattreing of light etc Its All About Leaves through fun stories. S Shyamala; illustrated by Manish Chavan Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. 371 Rs. 20/- Glimpses of Plant Life - part 1 & 2 Brij Mohan Johri; Bharati Bhattacharyya This book tells you how insects and animals use New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. leaves. Rs. 85/- each 376 This intersting and informative book in two parts My Big Book Series [Vehicles; Human Body; Sea points out the dependence of human life on Animals; Communication etc.] plants for various reasons like food, fibre and Aman Chawla; B Gupta; Anuj Prashant drugs, infact their very survival. New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, 2007. Rs. 54 / 65 each 372 Golden Bats and Pink Pigeons This is an exciting series of books for the curious Gerald Durrell child who would love to know about all things he Chennai: Westand Books Pvt. Ltd., 2006. sees around him right from the car to the human Rs. 150/- body.

An interesting story on how the author, a zoo 377 enthusiast sets about saving endangered animal Origin of 101 Everyday Things species. Discusses the unique, rare animals of Seema Gupta Mauritius and describes the expedition designed New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2005. to save them from extinction. Mauritius, once Rs. 68/- the home of the ill-fated Dodo, still has amongst its fauna many unique but endangered species, This book presents the horoscope of 101 among them Mauritian kestrels, Telfair's skinks, selected things, which you use everyday. Its Gunther's geckos and Pink pigeons. contents and the colourful display of pictures and racy narrative would interest all age groups 373 transporting them to an era of invention and I Wonder Why discoveries. Items covered Include: Aeroplanes, Neeraja Raghavan; illustrated by Subir Roy Antiseptic, Aspirin, Ballpoint pen, Buttons, Chair, New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. Chewing Gum, Clock, Coffee, etc.

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Swarn Khandpur 378 Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2003-2008. Our Tree Neighbours Rs. 80/ 90/100/150 S Venkatesh Chakravarti New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. A unique series which proposes to unveil India's profile for young readers. The information has Tells us everything about trees. been presented in the form of wide ranging question and answers supported by colourful 379 illustrations. The text written in simple English Science Charts Series incorporates a wealth of interesting details. New Delhi: Dreamland Publications, n.d. Rs. 72/- each 384 The Walking Talking Vegetables This set of books on important aspects of science Rama Sundar and technology like 'Nuclear energy'; ‘Inventors New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. and Inventions’ etc. will prove very useful to the Rs. 86/- beginner trying to understand science. This delightful book will take young children to a 380 fantasy world where vegetables walk, talk and The Ship of the Desert play just like them! The colourful characters will S K Ram surely delight them and help them know about New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. the vegetables better. Rs. 15/- Category: History, Geography and Travel The book describes how the ship of the desert - the camel is adaptive to the harsh environment 385 it lives in. Atlas of the World Noida: Parragon Publishing India, n.d. 381 Rs. 495/- The Tree Usha Rane; illustrated by Ketan Raut A comprehensive introduction to the countries, Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. continents and geography of Planet Earth, the Rs. 15/- atlas is divided into 8 thematic chapters to make information easily accessible. Hundreds of The story of the life of a tree. detailed maps and illustrations.

382 386 Two in the Bush Contours of Courage Gerald Durrell Manoj Das Chennai: Westland books Pvt. Ltd., 2007. New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. Rs. 150/- Rs. 19/-

An absorbing story about the author's trips to An anthology of a few fascinating characters three countries in the quest for rescuing rare who fought for India's freedom with an animals. It reveals the ardours, ironies and indomitable will. The collection will help to dissappointments as well as the author's cultivate the social, ethical and moral values in tremendous affection and enthusiasm for children. animals and their antics. 387 383 Festivals of India A Vision of India (The Country, Gujarat, Madhuri Bhide; illustrated by Gopal Nandurkar Rajasthan, West Bengal & Sikkim, Pune: Jyotsna Prakashan, 2005. Lakshadweep, Profiles in Excellence-1 & 2, Rs. 50/- Nobel Laureates, 100 Eventful Years)

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A lucid account of all the festivals celebrated in 392 India and their history and background with all The Story of Dandi March the rituals involved makes for a colourful, Sandhya Rao; illustrated by Ranjan De informative book. Social and cultural festivals of Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 1997. different faiths take place round the year. Also Rs. 45/- included are the days of national importance and anniversaries of prominent leaders. The salt march led by Mahatma Gandhi was an important milestone in the freedom movement. 388 How he managed to galvanise the entire nation Indian States (Rajasthan & Gujarat- set of 2 into united action forms the crux of this story. books) Abhisheikh 393 Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. The Story of Kaveri Rs. 15 /-each Priya Krishnan; Uma Krishnaswamy Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. These two pictorial books tell the story of Rs. 45/- Rajasthan and Gujarat through simple narratives and artistic illustrations. Emerging from the Brahmagiri Mountains, Kaveri was directed to flow through both the 389 Kodagu and Chola kingdoms. Since then this life- Ladakh Mountains of Adventure giving river has brought prosperity to these two Simren Kaur lands. New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. Rs. 75/- 394 The Story of Narmada The book provides a unique insight into the Uma Krishnan beautiful land of Ladakh and its lesser known Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. cultural heritage. Rs. 45/-

390 Much before people lived as groups along the The Story of 15th August 1947 Indus and Ganga rivers, the Narmada valley was Sandhya Rao; illustrated by Reginald Goveas humming with activity. Today, big dams across Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 1997. the river threaten to disturb the lives of those Rs. 40/- around it.

The dawn of independence was drawn in many 395 colours - exhilaration and misery, hope and The Story of Rani of Jhansi despair. This book talks about the division of Sandhya Rao India. Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 1997. Rs. 45/- 391 The Story of Brahmaputra Lakshmibai, Rani of Jhansi, is a symbol of Priya Krishnan; illustrated by Uma courage against all odds, a somewhat Krishnaswamy romanticised national figure. This book explores Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. the person behind the image. Rs. 45/- 396 Out of the mountains of Tibet, comes a river that The Story of Tipu Sultan brings with it the mystery and grandeur of the Sandhya Rao; illustrated by Uma Krishnaswamy land of its birth.The Brahmaputra weaves Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 1997. together an amazing variety of people and Rs. 45/- landscapes as it flows through. Tipu Sultan and his father, Haider Ali, were rulers of Mysore in the eighteenth century -

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perhaps the first to talk about unity among the illustrated book. Young readers will find a vast princely states to fight the colonisers. amount of information in this encyclopedia, made interesting & accessible by the question & 397 answer format. The Story of Ganga Priya Krishnan; illustrated by Uma 402 Krishnaswamy Encyclopedia of India for Children Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. K S Kohli Rs. 45/- New Delhi: Rohan Book Co., n.d. Rs. 395 From the Himalaya Mountains of Uttaranchal, where icy peaks seem to touch the sky, the river 403 Ganga sets off on a long and busy journey. The Illustrated Primary English Dictionary story captures life along this ever-changing yet New Delhi: Oxford University Press, India, n.d. timeless river. Rs. 120/-

Category: Reference Books A compact dictionary specially designed for children. It includes words, young learners 398 frequently come across in books, newspapers Arora's Children Picture Dictionary (For Primary and other media. The dictionary is designed to Classes) serve as a handy reference at home. Dharm Dev Arora New Delhi: ABC Publications, 1998. 404 Rs. 90/- My First Encyclopedia Noida: Parragon Publishing India, n.d. A colourful dictionary for beginners. Rs. 495/-

399 This book includes 100s of interesting facts, Children's Illustrated Dictionary presented in 6 sections covering a wide range of Noida: Parragon Publishing India, n.d. subjects. With clear illustrations & stunning Rs. 495/- photography young readers will find a vast amount of information in this encyclopaedia . Young readers will find this book an invaluable tool for extending & developing their language 405 skills. Full-colour illustrations & photographs Oxford Elementary Learner's Dictionary enliven every page of the book's easy-to-use New Delhi: Oxford University Press, n.d. format, lively text bring the history of language Rs. 130/- & word usage to life. A dictionary which focusses on core vocabulary 400 essential for children to learn and covers all the Children's Picture Encyclopedia basic essential vocabulary beginners are likely to Steve Parker need. Noida: Parragon Publishing India, 2008. Rs. 150/- 406 Oxford-Junior Student Atlas A colourful encyclopedia beautifully illustrated. New Delhi: Oxford University Press, n.d. Rs. 100/- 401 Encyclopedia of Question & Answers The Oxford-Junior School Atlas has been Noida: Parragon Publishing India, n.d. specially designed for students at the primary Rs. 495/- level using modern cartographic techniques. The atlas completely meets the requirements of Answers to many intriguing questions which various educational boards and presents well- baffle children will be found in this brilliantly researched and up-to-date information. Provides

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clear representation of Indian states, their This encyclopedia is a good source of culture and climate information and reference, particularly for students of classes III to VIII. It provides the best 407 general knowledge to its readers. Every piece of Student's Encyclopedia of General Knowledge information is authentic - culled together from (New rev. ed.) several areas of knowledge ranging from Azeem Ahmad Khan & others encyclopedias, fact books, year books, official New Delhi: General Press, 2010. government releases, internet and other reliable Rs. 57/- sources.

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IV.Familiar Readers

Category: General others.The life and philosophy of Bhagwan Mahavir are meant not only for the Jains but for 408 mankind as a whole. One Jamuna Rangachari 412 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. Bhakta Prahalad Rs. 72/- Kaka Hariom New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. These simple and entertaining stories bring out Rs. 40/- the essence of all religions practiced in India and how, underneath it all, we are all one. The story of a pious devotee of Vishnu who refused to worship his evil father King 409 Hiranyakashyapu and escaped unscathed from The India I Love the fire he was thrown into. Ruskin Bond New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. 413 Rs. 86/- Bhima the Powerhouse Mahendra Mittal In this book Ruskin Bond pours out his love for New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2007. India. He finds it wherever he goes - in field or Rs. 40/- forest, town or village, mountain or desert- and in the hearts and minds of people who have Bheema was the strong man among Pandavas given him love and affection for the better part in Mahabharata.The poets held that his powers of a lifetime. In this collection of prose and were a gift of the wind-god, his parent. This poems written especially for this book he looks book tells the tale of his famous fight with back on his unique relationship with the country Duryodhan in the battle of Mahabharata and and its people. the slaying of Bakasura.

Category: Traditional literature (fables, 414 legends, folk and fairy tales) Bhishma - The Grand Man of Mahabharata B Igen 410 New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. Abhimanyu Rs.40/- B Igen New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. The story of one of the most respected figures of Rs. 40/- ancient India, Bhishma who was loyal to Kauravas till the end at the same time showing The great saga of a brave young warrior respect for the Pandavas thus revered by both. Abhimanyu, who fought valiantly during the epic battle of the Mahabharat. 415 Birbal the Compassionate 411 Noida: Frank Educational Aids, n.d. Bhagwan Mahavir Rs. 55/- Mahendra Mittal New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. The stories of this book focus on Birbal's kind Rs. 40/- and sympathetic attitude not only towards ordinary people but towards animals and birds The life of Bhagwan Mahavir, the 24 th too. Tirthankar, apostle of non-violence is not merely an apotheosis or a deified ideal. His preachings 416 epitomise culture of compassion, non-violence, Birbal the Wise vol.1-5 equanimity and understanding the viewpoint of D D Dalvi

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Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2001. Rs.40/- each The present book on fairy tales is a delightful and engrossing collection of stories. The author Birbal's intelligence has earned him the most has dipped into the treasure trove of Indian respectable position in Akbar's court. Going folktales and legends to offer a fine selection of through these stories, a child is exposed to fairy tales. varying experiences ranging from sheer humour to stunning revelations of wisdom. 421 The Fables of Aesop - vols. 1-5 417 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1988. The Crafty Jackal and Other Stories: Folk Tales Rs. 86/- of Punjab Neera Jain The magic of Aesop's tales has not waned with New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. time. They still hold the young readers in thrall. Rs. 45/- The stories of the animals and inanimate objects carry a moral: good is rewarded, evil is This collection of folktales attempts to capture punished. the spirit of the hard-working and fun-loving people of Punjab. The amazing adventures of 422 the greedy bear who wanted to have khichri, the Fairy Tales for Children [series of 6 books] prince who was only half human being and the Prakash Bandekar jackal that sowed bones and waited for them to Mumbai: Navneet Publications, n.d. start growing are stories that will leave you Rs. 40 /-each spellbound! Taken from traditional Indian folklore and 418 ancient stories like Hitopadesha, Katha Draupadi Saritasagar, fairytales in this series will take Mahendra Mittal young readers to an amazing world of fun and New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2007. fantasy. Rs. 40/- 423 Draupadi was a fearless queen of the Pandavas, First Fun Stories endowed with a single-minded determination as New Delhi: Katha, 2005. a piercing jet of flame. She lived with a fire Rs. 295/- burning in her soul, all her life, to seek revenge from the Kauravas of Mahabharat. A collection of folk tales from North East India, lovingly retold and illustrated for children.The 419 story of creation from the Ao people, a Khasi Eklavya tale of how the peacock's tail got its golden Mahendra Mittal spots, the story of the hornbill girl from the New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2007. Meitis, the Tejimola legend of Assam ...are some Rs. 40/- memorable ones told.

The story of Eklavya and his sacrifices in 424 Mahabharata will inspire everyone who wants Folk Tales Retold to turn his dreams into reality through learning. Shankar Eklavya's story is also a classic example of Guru- New Delhi: Chidren's Book Trust, 2006. Shishya tradition in ancient India. Rs. 70/-

420 An ass turning into a man, a lion realizing the Enchanting Fairy Tales importance of being kind, a woman outwitting Divya Jain her husband, a calf standing up to a wily old fox New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2007. and a ruler learning to be generous are some of Rs. 75/- the poular tales retold in this book.

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The Hanuman Heart is an attempt to bring the 425 'Hanuman Charit' or Hanuman's character closer The Foolish and the Wise and Other Stories: to the young readers in English. Fifteen stories Tales of Akbar and Birbal illustrate the life of Sri Anjaneya, from his birth Neera Jain to his old age as a meditative yogi. Throughout, New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. the book attempts to present a lively, inspiring Rs. 45/- and uplifting picture of Lord Hanuman to children. Akbar was one of the greatest kings who ruled India. Crowned at the tender age of thirteen, 430 Akbar successfully ruled for forty-nine years and Hanuman to the Rescue consolidated the fabulous Mughal Empire. Ruskin Bond These stories may or may not be true but they New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. contain a great deal of wisdom. Rs. 54/-

426 The story of Sita's rescue from the clutches of The Forest King & Other Stories Ravana by the great monkey-god, Hanuman, Jagdish Joshi after an epic struggle, never fails to inspire. Noida: Frank Educational Aids, n.d. Rs. 110/- 431 Hitopadesh This colourfully illustrated book is a collection of Anil Kumar K forty-two enchanting Aesop's fables, each New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2003. pointing to a moral. While some of the fables Rs. 40/- highlight the values of honesty, loyalty and friendship, others reveal human weaknesses The Hitopadesha is a collection of ancient tales such as greed, jealousy and ingratitude. that benefits everyone as they impart moral values and knowledge. Hitopadesha is amongst 427 the most widely read Sanskrit book in India and The Great Adventures of Lav Kush is still very much popular children’s story book Nilima Sinha that actually help them to develop into New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2004. responsible and mature adults. Rs.36/- 432 An inspiring tale of Lav-Kush -princes of Ayodhya Incarnations of Lord Vishnu and sons of Lord Rama, their early childhood Divya Jain years in the Ashram of Maharishi Valmiki, and New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2008. their trials and tribulations. Rs. 96/-

428 Lord Vishnu, the God of preservation is supposed The Great Heroes to be responsible for the sustenance, protection Noida: Frank Educational Aids n.d. and maintenance of the universe and this book talks about how he achieves all this. The Titan Prometheus defied mighty Zeus to give fire to mortals; Perseus took on a tyrant's 433 challenge to kill Medusa; and Hercules' difficult Japanese Folk Tales: The Snow Maiden and labours. Read about all, in this book. Other Stories Hema Pande 429 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. The Hanuman Heart Rs. 45/- Scharada Bail New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. The origin of Japanese folk tales, like our own, is Rs. 176/- shrouded in the mists of hundreds of years. Folk tales of every country are woven of the dreams

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and lives of the people in times gone by. In 438 Japan, too, these stories are expressions of the The Monkey-Headed God and Other Hindu joys and sorrows, fears and hopes of the Tales common folk and have a shimmering quality of Debjani Chatterjee imagination. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1994. Rs. 45/- 434 Jesus Christ The three worlds of gods of humans and of B Igen demons, come alive in these age-old tales from New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2006. Hindu mythology. The twelve stories retold here Rs. 40/- contain much of the enduring wisdom of India.

This book sketches the life and times of the 438 Messiah who allowed himself to be crucified for More Akbar Birbal Stories the redemption of mankind. Jesus Christ is the Monisha Mukundan central figure of Christianity, with most Christian New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1999. denominations believing him to be the Son of Rs. 54/- God and God incarnate. Ten lively stories about Emperor Akbar and his 435 favourite courtier Birbal, which will delight every Lord Vishnu child. In the folk tradition of Akbar-Birbal stories, Mahendra Mittal Birbal is known for his wit and his sense of the New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. dramatic. Both qualities are brought vividly to Rs. 40/- life in these memorable stories about the great Mughal monarch and his irreverent and wise These are divine tales of Lord Vishnu - the friend. supreme provider of mankind according to Hindu mythology. Various incarnations of the 440 lord and their deeds on this earth are dealt with The New Arabian Nights in this book. Kamala Ramchandani Naharwar New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. 436 Rs.63/- Mahabharata for Children Jamini Shastri Who does not know the story of the clever Mumbai: Navneet Publications, n.d. Queen Sheherazade, who postponed her death Rs. 275/- by telling her husband stories-a new one each night for 1001 nights? Woven tighter in this Keeping in mind the age, interest and delightful play are three tales from the Arabian comprehension of young readers, this edited Nights- the tales of Alladin, of Ali Baba and of version of the famous epic Mahabharata is the king whose legs were turned to stone. written in simple and lucid language to capture their imagination, with judicious selection of 441 characters and incidents. Panchatantra New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1991. 437 Rs. 172/- Meerabai B Igen Panchatantra was probably written about 200 New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. BC by the great Hindu scholar Pandit Vishnu Rs. 40/- Sharma.It is the oldest collection of Indian fables surviving. A classic tale of the famous Krishna devotee - Meerabai who left all her worldly posessions in 442 persuit of her supreme Lord Krishna . Phakir Chand and Other Stories: Folk Tales of Bengal

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Lal Behari Day New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Rs. 40/- Rs. 45/- An intriguing story of the ever popular and ever 443 wandering Sage Narada who was a link between Popular Stories from Shrimad Bhagwada the human beings and Gods, and who played a Ganga Prasad Sharma crucial part in decisions taken by the kings and New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2007. Gods. Rs. 80/- 448 This book contains the holy legends of devotion Sati Savitri and pious conduct. B Igen New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. 444 Rs. 40/- The Power of Pen and Other Stories: Tales of Tenali Raman The very popular story of Savitri who defies Neera Jain death and brings back her husband Satyavan New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. from the clutches of Yama- king of death by Rs.86/- perseverence and by appealing to his dharmic principles. Here comes Tenali Raman again with a choicest collection of tales that display his acumen for 449 wit and humour, his never-say-die spirit, his Selected Stories from Jataka Tales shrewdness and his unassailable cleverness. Anil Kumar K New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2003. 445 Rs. 40/- The Rainmakers and Other Stories Shanta Rameshwar Rao Inspiring stories from Lord Buddha's life which New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. send out sublime messages of love and mercy. Rs. 266/- 450 Intrepid young women and men, foolish and Shakuntala wise animals, the antics of tricksters - all these B Igen and more are included in this wonderful, witty New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. retelling of folk stories and legends from regions Rs. 40/- as far apart as China and Latin America. This collection of ten stories will delight readers of all The famous romance between Shakuntala and ages. The book is profusely illustrated. King Dushyant, the tragic events followed by triumph due to the persistence of the beautiful 446 heroine Shakuntala are all well captured in this The Right Decision and Other Stories story. Shinie Antony New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. 451 Rs. 45/- Shiv Parvati Anil Kumar K Here is another bunch of ever-popular Vikram- New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. Betal stories, where King Vikram displays his Rs. 40/- outstanding windom and sense of judgement and manages to outplay the cunning Betal in his A heartwarming story of the famous Shiv- story-telling game. Parvati union which is full of love, sacrifice and devotional strength. 447 Sage Narada 452 B Igen Shri Hanuman Leela

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Mahendra Mittal New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2007. The principles and rules of dharma that are Rs. 80/- briefly dealt with in the Vedas are enlarged or elaborated upon in the form of stories. These Hanuman is an ideal devotee of Lord Rama. He stories reflect sublime values and ethics in all has all qualities of a perfect das (servant of the walks of life. Lord) and sevak. Because of his devotion, he is worshiped more than Lord Ram himself. 457 Hanuman means perfect devotee and his only Stories of Akbar and Birbal [in 4 parts - aim in life was to be of service to Lord Rama and Selected Stories; Witty Tales; Rib-Tickling Tales protect him from all evil. and The Great Akbar & Wise Birbal Tales] Anil Kumar K 453 New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. Stories and Parables by Sri Ramakrishna 1 & 2 Rs. 40/- Noida: Frank Educational Aids, n.d. Timeless and priceless tales of a great King and Through simple stories and parables Sri his wise and witty courtier - Akbar & Birbal! Ramakrishna teaches the highest moral values. There is a greedy man who thinks of nothing but 458 gold, a farmer who toils hard and other people The Story of the Rakshasas and Other Stories: and situations we come across in real life. Folk Tales of Bengal Lal Behari Day 454 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Stories from Kathasaritasagara Rs. 45/- Devika Rangachari New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. Rupakathas of Bengal are usually about an Rs. 75/- anonymous king of an unnamed land.This Rupakatha collection is one of the first and the Kathasaritsagara means “The Ocean of Stories". finest attempts to compile these treasures from Written in the eleventh century by Somadeva in Bengali folk literature. verse form, the stories are told with simplicity and directness, and with touches of humour and 459 pathos. These reflect on many facets of life-love, The Story of Vikramaditya and Other Stories intrigue, separation, re-union, cleverness, valour Suchismita Banerjee and might. The underlying theme is one-triumph New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. of the righteous and sagacious! Rs. 45/-

455 The throne of Vikramaditya is a popular Stories from Rajatarangini - Tales of Kashmir collection of thirty-two tales of adventure, Devika Rangachari fantasy and mystery which recount the New Delhi: Children's book trust, 2008. incredible, often magical, experiences of King Rs. 85/- Vikramaditya of Ujjain, whose courage and sense of justice were legendary. Rajatarangini means 'River of Kings'. The stories were written in verse by Kalhana, a famous 460 eleventh-century historian-poet. These stories Tales from India: Funny and Wise cover Kashmir's rich culture, traditions and Hema Pande beliefs. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1990. Rs. 54/- 456 Stories from Vedas A delightful collection of sweet, sour and witty Krishna Kumar Garg tales from different parts of India. These tales New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2007. unveil many hidden stories behind many well- Rs. 80/- known legends from across the country.

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which was close to his heart. Harishschandra's 461 character is etched in our minds. Tales from Indian Classics - Book I, II & III Savitri 466 New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2003; 2007. Tuntunis Tales Retold Rs. 25/- each Upendrakishore Roychoudhuri New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. Includes tales from popular classics like the Rs. 176/- Mahabharata, Ramayana and tales of Hindu gods. Tuntunir Boi is a classic on which most Bengali children have been weaned. Tuntuni is the 462 original Tweety Bird from Bengal - tiny but Tales from Panchatantra: The Forfeit of Profits irrepressible. She can tackle the cat, the barber, New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. and finally, the king himself! Keeping her Rs. 45/- company in this collection is the majestic Majantali. Panchatantra is written in the form of a chain of simple stories, and each story has a moral & 467 philosophical theme which has stood the test of U Seir Lapalang time and so is true even in modern times. Kynpham Singh Nongkynrh; illustrated by Maya Ramaswamy 463 New Delhi: Katha, 2005. Tales of Mulla Nasruddin Rs. 75/- R K Murthi New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. The sad and unforgettable story of U Sier Rs. 54/- Lapalang, is a Khasi tale told and retold in the cloud land of Meghalaya. Mulla Nasruddin is said to be an imaginary character and was known for his ready wit, 468 humour and belief in human values. He is Valmiki beyond any political and racial boundaries and Mahendra Mittal belongs to all mankind, to all ages and here are New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2007. some amazingly witty tales involving him. Rs. 40/-

464 The life of Sage Valmiki who is the creator of the Thirukkural greatest epic of all times - the Ramayana P Varadarajan New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. 469 Rs.60 Veer Karna Mahendra Mittal This is a translation of the well known Tamil New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. classic 'Tirukkural' which intends to make the Rs. 40/- younger generation aware of India's wisdom and instil in them personal and social value A story of Karna of Mahabharata and his loyalty systems. and bravery during the epic battle between Pandavas and Kauravas, which will surely inspire 465 the readers. Truthful King Harishchandra B Igen 470 New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2006. Vikram and the Vampire: Tales of Hindu Devilry Rs. 40/- Richard F Burton New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. This is the story of King Harishchandra who Rs. 135/- almost sacrifices his kingdom to uphold the truth

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The Baital-Pachisi ("Twenty-five Tales of a As the name implies, these are stories with Vampire"), composed in Sanskrit early in the intriguing plots, evoking the child's curiousity Christian era by Bhavabhuti, is one of the masterpieces of Indian literature and one of the 475 best examples of humorous supernatural fiction. 44 Fantasy Stories Anil Kumar K 471 New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2008. The Winning Team Rs. 80/- Geeta Hariharan New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. The book contains stories of courage, valour, Rs. 356/- wisdom and moral values.

An enlightening story of a storyteller who no 476 longer had anyone to tell his stories to. But 20,000 Leagues under the Sea luckily for Kahani Bhai, he finds the best Jules Verne audience in the world-the winning team of New Delhi: Rohan Book Co., n.d. friends and all the old stories crowding his mind, Rs. 32/- all the happy, clever and funny faces - of Tenali Raman, Naseeruddhin Hodja, Gopal Bhar, Birbal Jules Verne's classic submarine adventure in this - change into people he knows. lively "storyteller's version" manages to capture the excitement, intrigue, and flavour of the 472 original story in which Professor Aronnax, with Witty Stories of the Hodja Conseil and Ned Land, a Canadian harpooner, Vimla Arangaden sets out in search of a dangerous sea monster, New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. only to learn that the monster is really Captain Rs. 45/- Nemo's powerful submarine.

One of the most endearing characters of Turkish 477 folk literature, Hodja and his antics have Adventure Stories - Andaman 1-The Jarawa entertained generations of readers all over the Deepak Dalal world. Timeless tales of wit and humour. Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2003. Rs. 70/- 473 Witty Tales of Tenali Rama The Jarawa is a gripping tale of three youngsters Jyotsana Atre who walk into an adventure on the Andaman New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2004. coast with its salt water crocodile creeks, lonely Rs. 60/- beaches and the Jarawa tribals

In the early sixteenth century, Tenali Rama was 478 a jester in the court of King Krishna Deva Raya. Adventure Stories – Andaman 2- The Barren Tenali's sense of fair play endeared him to the Island common citizens and his tales soon became Deepak Dalal legend. Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2003. Rs. 90/-

Category: Fiction – Adventure and Detective, Barren Island, which takes off from where the Mystery and Ghost stories first book Jarwa ends, is a fast moving tale of kidnapping, chase and escape on this island. This 474 book is another exciting addition to the 13 Strange Stories adventure story series by Deepak Dalal. Subir Roy New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. 479 Rs. 25/- Adventure Stories - Lakshadweep Adventure Deepak Dalal

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Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 1996. inventor and an explorer. Fantastic things Rs. 80/- happen around Little and sometimes Uncle Jojo takes the children to entirely different worlds. The purpose of this book is to introduce children to the beauty and romance of the coral reefs of 484 Lakshadweep. The Cat Spirit Kartika Chenthoor; Prithveshwar Gayen 480 New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. Adventure Stories - Ladakh Adventure Rs. 35 Deepak Dalal Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2000. Sandhya's passion for mysteries of the universe Rs. 70/- matches Chandru's passion for science and research. The deadly combination finds the two A Tibetan boy's abduction forms the backdrop of friends in the grip of an extra terrestrial this adventure story for children. adventure. A guest from outer space holds some clues. The Cat Spirit urges them to discover and 481 explore.... Adventure Stories - Ranthambore Adventure Deepak Dalal 485 Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 1998. Elephants Don't Diet Rs. 75/- Paro Anand New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. A unique series of six adventure stories set Rs. 86/- against a background of places like Ladakh, Ratnambhore, Lakshwadweep and Andaman An adventure story involving poor Golu Matolu Islands in which the author describes these who is bursting with questions and needs help. beautiful and near to nature places in an exotic The reader will have to climb in right into this way. Ranthambore Adventure is the tale of adventure and become part of the story as there Genghis the tiger, and the regal species' struggle are lives to be saved! for survival against all odds. 486 482 Ghost Stories from Mumbai Adventure Stories -The Snow Leopard Manoj Raj Deepak Dalal New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2008. Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2000. Rs. 80/- Rs. 70/- As the title implies, these are thrilling ghost The Snow Leopard Adventure is a sequel to the stories with Mumbai as the background. Ladakh Adventure and follows Vikram, Aditya and an American teenager Caroline in their 487 quest to find the snow leopard, `the grey ghost Ghost Stories of Shimla Hills of the Himalayas'. The adventure is a riveting Minaxi Mukherji story set amidst soaring mountains and deep New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. valleys. Rs. 86/-

483 The fear of the unknown, enhanced by the mist, The Amazing Adventures of Little darkness and pattering raindrops is part of life in Swagata Deb the hills. But there have been real encounters New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2006. with the supernatural, and included in this Rs.116/- collection of chilling tales are personal experiences of people in Shimla. These stories revolve around eight year old Little, her brother Pickle and their favourite 488 person - Uncle Jojo, who is a scientist, an A Journey to the Centre of the Earth

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Jules Verne An interesting and captivating story of Malli, a New Delhi: Rohan Book Co., n.d. small girl who comes to India for the first time Rs. 31/- from the US to spend her summer vacations with her grandmother and her friendship with A wonderful science fiction and an exciting Randhir an African lion at a zoo at the seaside adventure story, this is Jules Verne's only science town of Chintanoor who is about to be fiction which has not been realized by man till murdered! date. Great imagination and wonderful read for children. 493 Monkeynut Hears a Strange Sound 489 Pratibha Nath Karthik and the Lost Gold New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Subhadra Sengupta Rs. 45/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. Rs. 86/- Monkeynut in an adventure again with his special friends-Green Label, the parrot and Band Kartik, our detective in ancient India, is back and Box, the squirrel twins. They're keeping a with a new case! He now faces a baffling hawk's eye on Mr Bear. mystery with a sudden spate of highway robberies in the kingdom of Emperor Ashoka 494 who asks Kartik to investigate. Mystery of the Falling Mountains Nilima Sinha; illustrated by Subir Roy 490 New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. Karthik's War Rs. 30/- Subhadra Sengupta New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. An exciting adventure and kidnapping story, Rs. 86/- wherein Dipak and his friends are surprised at the sudden landslide which almost kills them on The story of Kartik, who has been assigned the a vacation at Dipak's farmhouse. They find that job of investigating a case of corruption in the their battle is against a very powerful group of Mauryan bureacracy during the reign of King people out to destroy the natural resources for Ashoka, is an exciting historical adventure- their selfish needs. How the children expose the mystery. evil designs of the enemy forms the core of this racy fiction! 491 Kim 495 Rudyard Kipling Our Guest Comet Dipu New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1989. Dilip Salwi Rs. 63/- New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. Rs.25/- This novel is not only a modern classic but also an outstanding and thrilling adventure story and Dipu discovers a small body of ice and dust, with is recognised as Kipling's masterpiece. It's a a moving tail, in the sky which turns out to be a story about Kim, a young Irish orphan who is path-breaking discovery. He has actually sighted picked up by the British and groomed for the a comet! Ecstatic, the boy plunges headlong into Secret Service! unravelling its deep, dark secrets and in the bargain takes the reader comet-hunting too! 492 Malli and the Lion 496 V V Gurucharan Post Box No. 99 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Ruskin Bond Rs. 54/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. Rs.45/-

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This collection of stories, written by young 501 school children, is a result of an annual talent The Woman in White - Tales of Murder, search and the twelve stories included here Mystery and Adventure cover a range of topics from a murderer on the J P Kerawala loose to friendship in the time of partition and New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2005. from a man with a terminal illness to the devil's Rs. 80/- day in paradise and showcases wonderful storytelling abilities. A book of short detective stories to fire one's imagination. 497 Race to Win 502 Loveleen Kacker Wonder in the Woods New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. Meher Marfatia Rs. 30/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. Rs. 86/- An adventure cum mystery story which children will enjoy. Full of hidden treasures, horse racing An adventure story of a girl Madhvi, who and stud farms, the story continues to delight walking in the thickets behind her home one from beginning to the end. morning, stares up at her favourite mango tree… and then just springs into action! Follow her on 498 an exciting journey of discovery-as she learns Rupa's Supernatural Omnibus how the smallest positive step taken anywhere Ruskin Bond can bring about a magical change. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. Rs. 176/- 503 World Famous Bravery Tales A spine-tingling collection from master story- Ganga Prasad Sharma teller, Ruskin Bond, brings together the best of New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. the fantastic and bizarre. Far from being mere Rs. 80/- ghostly tales, these stories focus on the truly uncanny. These are tales of bravery from all over the world which will inspire and motivate children to 499 face life's challenges with courage. Tom Sawyer Abroad Mark Twain 504 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Wrong Side of the Bed Rs. 54/- Poojitha Prasad New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. In this exciting adventure, Tom Sawyer and his Rs.135/- friends are kidnapped by a mad professor, who is determined to prove that his new flying Thirteen-year-old Anita Nair is just like any other machine can safely cross the ocean! teenager until life turns upside down for her when she wakes up on the first day of her 500 summer vacation and finds herself in San Top Dog Ranjha Francisco, instead of her home in Bangalore. Pratap Sharma New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1995. Category: General Fiction Rs. 86/- 505 Dog Detective Ranjha and Top Dog Ranjha by 22 Short stories Partap Sharma have a unique narrative voice: a Edited by Tapas Guha; Bhavana Nair dog tells the story and the dog is the detective. New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. Rs. 55/-

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A collection of funny, sad, fantasies and and her grandparents to live there, together recollections. Quite enough to keep young minds with their three goats, their hens, their glued to their seats. vegetable patch, and the peepul tree.

506 511 33 Moral Stories The Banjara Boys Anil Kumar K Veena Manikya New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2007. Rs. 40/- Rs. 35/-

A boquet of entertaing stories that teach mutual A story of two brothers - one, a fussy lad, the love and smart thinking. other a serious kid whose exploits together and individually make for stimulating reading. An 507 insight into growing minds. Adventures of Nonu the Skating Squirrel Anita Nair 512 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2006. The Bird with Golden Wings - Stories of Wit Rs. 108/- and Magic Sudha Murty The Squirrel family must move to a new New Delhi: Puffin Books (Penguin India), 2009. neighbourhood, and Nonu is not happy. But Rs. 199/- soon he discovers that his new home can be fun and is all set to have many adventures. This enchanting collection of stories bubbles over with fun. Delightful colour illustrations 508 bring to life tales of magical creatures, Angel and a Half princesses and kings, ordinary witty men and Puja Lulla women in a book that will bring hours of joy to New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2006. readers. Rs. 176/- 513 A make believe story of heaven and hell, about The Boy Who Became King angels and devils hinting at how mankind is Arup Kumar Dutta turning out to be more and more evil! New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1990. Rs. 86/- 509 The Angel Who Stammered A Raft carrying a strange woman, a village Santhini Govindan Brahmin who adopts her child, a jealous queen , New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. a weak king, court intrigues.... a spy disguised as Rs. 45/- a wandering minstrel, a royal tournament at which an undefeated champion is pitted against Lily was the only angel who did not get a list of an unlikely opponent: these are elements in this good deeds to perform everyday on earth, gripping story. because she had a dreadful stammer! Poor Lily was very upset as all her efforts to get rid of the 514 stammer failed! Check and Mate and Other Stories Ramendra Kumar 510 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. Angry River Rs. 45/- Ruskin Bond New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1992. The stories in this collection offer you a mix of Rs. 54/- adventure, sentiment, humour and suspense and will help you overcome boredom and learn a The story is about a small island, set in the little bit more about life and enjoy. middle of the big river, yet large enough for Sita

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515 The Chief of the Herd Goddy is cool, he is funny and he is also, ahem, Dhan Gopal Mukherji God and this story is about his friendship with a New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. tiny creature, very common, but not exactly Rs. 135/- loved by mortal souls...

This is a story of a herd of wild elephants, 520 focusing on its leader, Sirdar.The tale describes Grandpa's Stories [series of 5 books] Sirdar's childhood, adolescence, selection as Prakash Bandekar chief, and parenthood. Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2000. Rs. 40/- each 516 A Face in the Water This set of 5 books will provide excellent reading Libby Hathorn; illustrated by Uma material for children which they would love to Krishnaswamy hear from their grandparents. Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2000. Rs.150/- 521 Growing Up Set against the breathtaking Taj Mahal, this Devika Rangachari; illustrated by Ajanta unusual story brings together a young western Guhathakurta tourist, Pearl, and Emperor Shah Jahan's New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2000. youngest daughter, Goharara. The illustrations Rs. 31/- are based on Mughal miniature and contemporary folk art. A typical tale of school life in a girl's school, where emotions run high and friendship and 517 rivalry are often the cause of envy and tears Get Well Soon Little One even among best friends. This story of best Namrata Bindra Gautier friends Radhika and Dipa who become foes due New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. to manipulation of Mala will sound familiar to Rs. 45/- many friends. However, circumstances and good sense bring the two girls together again. A wonderful story about friends from the animal kingdom; Hari the hippo, Kutti the monkey, 522 Laloo the ladybug and Bala the bear who feast The Gujjars and play so much that they fall sick and now Lisa Gammel need Doctor Cuddle's hugs and care ! New Delhi: Children's Book trust, 2001. Rs. 18/- 518 Ghond the Hunter This is the tale of a family of 'Gujjars', one of the Dhan Gopal Mukherji few remaining nomadic communities. They lead New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. a simple life either as small-plot farmers or as Rs. 86/- shepherds of the Himalayas.

The story focuses on the life of a boy, Ghond - his 523 training as a hunter, the festivals, customs in Hina in the Old City which he participates and his keen observation Samina Mishra of wildlife. The story brings out the close Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2000. relationship of humans and animals. Rs. 145/-

519 Intimate colour photographs take us right into Goddy Tales ten-year-old Hina's world, in the heart of the Shinie Antony walled city of Delhi. It is a world of zardozi New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. embroiderers, struggling to keep alive this Rs. 54/- exquisite yet dying craft.

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little ones, but the young and old as well, caught 524 as they are in the trivialities of life! The Ice-Cream Dragon and Other Stories Santhini Govindan 529 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. The Little Buterfly and Real Monster Rs. 45/- Hema Pande New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. All of us love ice-creams. But have you ever Rs. 45/- heard of a little dragon being fond of ice- creams? Meet him, the lion with hiccups and the This is a wonderful story of a great ferocious tooth fairy in this amazing tale. monster that lived in a ruined fort deep in the fores and a little butterfly aho bumped into him! 525 Just So Stories vol. 1-5 530 Rudyard Kipling The Mad Scientist and Other Stories New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2000. Ramendra Kumar Rs. 45/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. Rs. 45/- Kipling wrote these stories on his regular visits to South Africa.This collection shows an unusual Stories in this collection will make you laugh, cry sympathy with the children he was writing for. and, most importantly, make you think. They tell you what happens when ordinary kids find 526 themselves in abnormal situations and passes on Kaleidoscope a strong message not to run away from life's Edited by Sudha Sanjeev; illustrated by Tapas challenges but face them bravely with guts and Guha wisdom. New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. Rs. 85/- 531 The Magic Liquid These short stories reflect the myriad moods of Jamuna Rangachari childhood-its triumphs and disappointments, its New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. tears and fears, its joys and secrets. Rs. 72/-

527 The Planet Zyrus is in danger and Taro is the The King's Ankus and Other Stories only one who can help. His quest for the one Rudyard Kipling liquid that can save his home and his friends New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. takes him to planet Earth. Will Taro succeed? Rs. 45/- 532 The stories in the volume are culled from The The Magical Web Bridge Second Jungle Book (1895). As in The Jungle Geeta Dharamarajan; illustrated by Sonali Book (1894), Kipling has drawn on his deep Biswas knowledge of India and people and animals of New Delhi: Katha, 2004. the jungle to tell stories that have delighted Rs. 95/- innumerable readers. A dreamer and a doer is the baya! This story 528 vividly captures the spirit and joy of friendship Kuttiamma and teamwork. Sheila Dhir New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2002. 533 The Miracle of Purun Bhagat and Other Stories The book is a story of a woman who always Rudyard Kipling looked at the bright side of life. Inspiring, New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. motivating, the book will delight not only the Rs. 45/-

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The story is about Sri Purun Dass who forsakes 538 the material world to become Puran Bhagat, a Not Just Girls houseless wandering mendicant. This collection Deepa Agarwal also includes 'The Undertakers', 'A Song of New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. Kabir', and 'A Ripple Song'. Rs. 63/-

534 These stories tell you that girls are made of fun Monkeynut Turns Babysitter and frolic, courage and determination, or even Pratibha Nath doubts and fears. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Rs. 45/- 539 Paromita A hilarious tale of little Monkeynut who has Sumathi Sudhakar been asked to baby sit the baby elephant, who, New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. even if is only a 'baby', is MUCH bigger in size Rs. 63/- than poor Monkeynut! This is a piognant story of a girl during 535 nineteenth century Bengal when a movement is Monu Chik Chik and Mul Mul afoot to restore to women some of their basic Swapna Dutta rights, including the right to education. Paromita New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. is shattered when she learns that her father has Rs. 45/- arranged her wedding with an old man and she decides to take the reins of her life in her hands. Simple, fun-filled, witty stories of a bird, a cat and a mongoose. The stories try to portray that 540 in spite of being small in size, with will power Parthiban's Dream and right attitude, one can get the better of a Kalki Krishnamurthy; translated by Nirupama bigger adversary. Raghavan Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2004. 536 Rs.165/- Moo Boo Zoo and More Benita Sen Young Chola prince Vikraman takes on the New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. formidable Pallava emperor, Narasimha Rs. 45/- Varman, to fulfil his father's dream. The first of the historical trilogy, Parthiban Kanavu, by the A delightful collection of funny stories with popular Tamil writer, Kalki Krishnamurthy, unique and adorable characters. The inhabitants translated by a 15-year-old of today. Action- of Moo Boo Zoo and the governor is coming who packed and pacy, it offers young readers a visits them, the tomato and potato crops jealous complex, happening past in current, compelling of each other are two such tales. language.

537 541 More About Appu the Elephant Role Call Again Rajee Raman Poile Sengupta New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. Rs. 45/- Rs. 86/-

The story of Appu and Kuppu and their magical A collection of essays on the many aspects of world in the jungle with hilarious adventures school life, from the discussions in the staff room they have, will enthrall kids as there is never a and the exciting happenings in the classroom, to dull moment when these two are around! the eccentricities of the school watchman and the drama in the school office.

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542 The story of Nadira who loves the Taj Mahal and Short Short Stories the various colour shades it displays during Anupa Lal different times of the day. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Rs. 45/- 547 A String of Camels These short, entertaining and thought provoking Pratibha Nath stories from many countries will appeal to New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. children of all ages from six to sixty! The Rs. 7/- combination of wit and wisdom makes these stories endure through all ages. A collection of short stories and poems, this book aims to make the reader aware of the 543 wonderful world around him. The basic theme of The Siege of Kirtigarh all the stories highlights the relationship Sumathi Sudhakar between child and the animal. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Rs. 86/- 548 Surangini This gripping novel portrays a youngster's Pratap Sharma; illustrated by Vandana Bist struggle to grapple with and overcome his own New Delhi: Katha, 2005. weakness, inspired by the valour and heroism Rs. 120/- dominating the period of seventeeth century Maharashtra when the Maratha Kingdom is Kalu, the poor weaver, loves the beautiful caught up in a swirl of excitement. Surangini, but only the wealthiest of eligible young men can ask for her hand in marriage, but 544 Kalu with his deft hands, quick wit and unselfish The Song of the Little Hunter love wins her! Rudyard Kipling New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. 549 Rs. 45/- Tales Never Told Joyeeta Dutta Ray The stories and poems in this collection are New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. culled from Kipling's The Second Jungle Book. Rs. 63/- The stories delight you with tales spun around seal hunting, sea bird snaring and dog sleighing. These stories offer laughter, values, adventure and wonder through a lively range of characters 545 from the past, present and future. There are Sorry Best Friend children from the sands, seas and skies, with Geeta Hariharan; Shama Futehally; illustrated by legs, wings and fishtails. But whoever they are, Ranjan De wherever they are from, each one will live in Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 1998. your memory long after the story is over. Rs. 45/- 550 A collection of short stories focusing on Veggies Go on a Beauty Parade communal harmony. Chetna Keer Banerjee New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005. 546 Rs. 45/- Story of Taj Rakhi Soman A delightful tale told with a flurry of excitement New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. as vegetables from the kitchen garden Hariyali Rs. 176/- get ready for their annual beauty pageant.

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Asha Nehemaiah Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2006. New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2001. Rs. 150/-

This story of the enterprising Golmatol Ram, the This well-loved story draws from universal truths biggest man in the kingdom who wants a new as it tells a lyrical tale of a small bird that outfit for him to attend the Princess' wedding, changes the life of a cold and bare mountain. will surely make children laugh. Everything is too Rich and evocative illustrations makes the book small for him. But he has an idea! And he makes more appealing. his own clothes with a basket on his head, a boat on each foot and a colourful tent!! 556 Sticky Fingers and Other Poems 552 Anupa Lal The Weekday Sisters New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Kalpana Swaminathan Rs. 45/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Rs. 45/- A wonderful collection of easy-to-read, easy-to- understand poems for young children, brilliantly An interesting story for children where parents illustrated, which will capture their of the sisters are teachers who have no time to imaginations. stand and stare. They live a restless and uneasy life, leaving the children uncared for and how the sisters overcome their plight by mutual care Category: Biography and Autobiography and love is the mainstay of this story. 557 553 Bharat Ratna Awardees The Witches of Waitiki Ganga Prasad Sharma J P Kerawala New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2004. Rs. 80/- Rs. 68/- An Inspiring and motivating book which profiles A collection of riveting stories full of suspense ithe super achievers Bharat Ratna awardees and excitement, that holds you spellbound till who through their deeds and actions made India the end. proud.

558 Category: Poems, Songs and Plays Chandrashekhar Azad B Igen New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. 554 Rs. 40/- Dream Scream and Other Poems Anupa Lal The story of the brave freedom fighter New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. Chandrashekhar Azad, also known as a Rs. 86/- revolutionary tiger that dared and fought bravely with the British rulers of India is among This collection of poems for children reflect their the most famous freedom stories of India. happiness, their little problems and their pains. The joy the first rainfall brings, the pain of 559 drinking milk everyday, the agonies of a fat Chhatrapati Shivaji boy.A collection of witty and surely lovable B Igen poems! New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. Rs. 40/- 555 The Mountain that Loved a Bird Alice McLerran; illustrated by Stephen Aitken

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The enlightening story of a Maratha warrior Story of Saibaba, his life and times, the miracles who fought to bring back the honour and lost he performed and spread the message of pride of the Hindus. devotion and patience which brought about Hindu-Muslim unity in India. 560 Goswami Tulsidas 565 B Igen Mother Teresa New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. B Igen Rs.40/- New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2006. Rs. 40/- This is the story of the creator of the classic 'Ramcharitramanas' who was a pious saint and The truly inspiring story of Nobel laureate saint a great poet of his times. from India who served humanity through her missionaries. Mother Teresa also known as the 561 'angel of mercy' dedicated herself to the service Guru Gobind Singh of mankind and served god amongst the poorest B Igen of the poor, sick and the dying for more than 50 New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. years of her life. Rs. 40/- 566 An inspiring story of a man who waged a long Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose battle against the tyrannies of enemies. He also B Igen passed on the succession of Sikh Gurus over the New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. ages, with due ceremony to the Holy Book, the Rs. 40/- Guru Granth Sahib, ending the line of personal Gurus. "The Guru's spirit," he said, "will Netaji Subhash Chandra was an active henceforth be in the Granth and the Khalsa. participant of the Indian National Movement. This brief biography of the controversial 562 freedom fighter talks about the salutation and Lord Buddha slogan of Jai Hind which he gave the nation. Mahendra Mittal New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2004. 567 Rs. 40/- Picture Gandhi Sandhya Rao A simple narration of the life of Lord Buddha for Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2008. children. Rs. 185/-

563 Gandhiji has a larger than life image and Mahatma Gandhi remains at a hallowed distance. This photo- B Igen biography brings him closer to a child as the New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. general tone is affectionate with a childlike Rs. 40/- directness.

This is the story of the 'Father of the Nation' the 568 pioneer of India's freedom struggle and his non- Rani Lakshmibai violent practices. Shahana Dasgupta New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. 564 Rs. 63/- Miracles of Shirdi's Sai Baba B Igen The name of Rani Lakshmibai, in Indian history, New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. is synonymous with heroism and courage. In Rs. 40/- extremely adverse circumstances she staunchly refused to give in to the demands of her formidable opponenets, the Britishers; fought

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them bravely with only a handful of allies and 573 finally sacrificed her life in the battlefield. Remembering Our Leaders -vol.4 Srikumar A K 569 New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2002. Razia: The People's Queen Rs. 35/- Shahana Dasgupta New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2001. Profiles of Dayanand Saraswati, Rabindranath Rs. 45/- Tagore, Govind Ballabh Pant and Ram Manohar Lohia are included in this volume. This famous story catalogues the achievements of the only queen to have reigned in Delhi during 574 the Sultanate era and she ruled justly, wisely Remembering Our Leaders -vol. 5 and bravely for years in the face of stiff Pravina Bhim Sain opposition, at a time when women's New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2002. involvement in the public sphere was an Rs. 35/- inconceivable idea. Gopal Krishna Gokhale, V.S. Srinivasa Sastri, 570 Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan and Meghnad Saha Remembering Our Leaders - vol.1 are the leaders highlighted in this volume. Shukhamoy Bhattacharjee New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2003. 575 Rs. 40/- Remembering Our Leaders -vol. 6 J C Mehta This volume contains brief biographies of New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. Bankim Chandra, Annie Besant, Bhikaiji Cama, Rs. 35/- Sarojini Naidu, Abul Kalam Azad, C.V. Raman, Kamala Nehru and Lal Bahadur Shastri. This volume higlights the life and times of Dadabhai Naoroji, Chittaranjan Das, Rash Behari 571 Bose, S. Satyamurti, B.R. Ambedkar and Remembering Our Leaders - vol. 2 Kamaladevi Chattopdhyaya. Ira Saxena New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. 576 Rs. 35/- Remembering Our Leaders - vol. 7 Pravina Bhim Sain Lokamanya Tilak, Annasaheb Karve, New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2002. Visvesvaraya, Lajpat Rai, Sri Aurobindo, Rs. 35/- Vallabhbhai Patel, Subramania Bharati, Rajendra Prasad are the famous personalities The volume covers Mahadeo Govind Ranade, covered in this volume. Mohammd Iqbal, Bhulabhai Desai, Bidhan Chandra Roy, Vinayak Damodar Savarkar and K. 572 Kamaraj. Remembering Our Leaders - vol. 3 Swapna Dutta 577 New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. Remembering Our Leaders -vol. 8 Rs. 35/- New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2001. Rs. 35/- The volume includes short biographies of Raja Ram Mohun Roy, Keshab Chandra Sen Bipin Chandra Pal, Jagdis Chandra Bose, Surendranath Banerjea, V.O. Chidambaram Kasturba Gandhi, Vithalbhai Patel, Rafi Ahmad Pillai, Srinivasa Ramanujan, Sarvepalli Kidwai, Vinoba Bhave, Shyama Prasad Radhakrishnan, Rajkumari Amrit Kaur, Mukherjee and Homi Bhabha are the leaders Jayaprakash Narayan. written about in this volume.

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578 greatest works in Hindu philosophy and Bhakti Remembering Our Leaders - vol. 9 literature. Anita Mahatan New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2002. 583 Rs. 35/- The Story of Gandhi Rajkumari Shankar Included in this volume are Sayyid Ahmad Khan, New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar, Vivekananda, Rs. 35/- Madan Mohan Malaviya, J.B. Kriplani and Vijayalakshmi Pandit. Interesting facts about Gandhi's childhood, education, stay in London and South Africa and 579 his fight for India's freedom makes it an inspiring Remembering Our Leaders - vol. 10 book for children. Dipavali Debroy New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2002. 584 Rs. 40/- Swami Vivekananda B Igen Pherojeshah Mehta, Tej Bahadur Sapru, C. New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2005. Rajagopalachari, K.M.Munshi, G.V. Mavalankar, Rs. 40/- Kakasaheb Gadgil and Jagjivan Ram are the stalwarts covered in this volume. A spiritual genius of commanding intellect and power, Vivekananda is the embodiment of a 580 noble human being who crammed immense Remembering Our Leaders - vol. 11 labor and achievement into his short life and Dipavali Debroy whose messages are preached across the world 2004: Children's Book Trust, 2004. even today. Rs. 40/-

Leaders included in this book are Motilal Ghose, Category: Science G.Subramania Iyer, B.G.Horniman, C.Y. Chintamani, S.A.Brelvi, Pothan Joseph, K. 585 Shankar Pillai and Satyajit Ray. Animal World David Shivakumar 581 New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. Scientists of India Rs. 55/- Dilip Salwi New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. Man realized the importance of wildlife in Rs.35/- maintaining the balance of nature. The book takes a look at over 500 species of mammals This book tells you about the origin of science in found in and around India. India, its phenomenal growth over the years and the persons who contributed to it. 586 Asian Tales - Nature at Play 582 Noida: Frank Educational Aids, n.d. Soordas Rs. 45/- B Igen New Delhi: Manoj Publications, 2006. Each story focuses on a natural phenomenon, Rs. 40/- explaining it in a simple but interesting manner.

This story of the Indian saint and composer who 587 though born blind rose to become a great Catch Me If You Can composer and his insight, showed new light to Mamata Pandya mankind. A devotee of Lord Krishna, he New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. subsequently he went on to write some of Rs. 30/-

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592 This book delves into the fascinating world of Riddle of the Ridley the jungle and the creatures of the animal world Shekar Dattatri who face grave dangers from their predators all Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2006. the time. Camouflage thus is very important for Rs. 125/- their survival. The book unfolds the different animal tactics and strategies over the years. The arrival of thousands of Olive Ridley sea turtles for mass nesting on Orissa's beaches is an 588 amazing spectacle. Yet thousands of these Fanfare for a Tiger gentle reptiles die every year due to callous Translated by Buddhadev Guha fishing practices and human apathy. The author New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2001. makes an impassioned plea to keep the beaches Rs.45/- safe and free for the Olive Ridley.

The book tells the story of four seasons through 593 life in the forest, of changing foliage with the Science Discovery (Light & Colour / Machines changing seasons - winter, spring, summer, at Work) monsoon and autumn. The life of the wild Alan Ward animals and the hunts of the tiger, till man Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 1994. comes and destroys it all in the guise of hunting, Rs.55 /-each fills you with despair. This series includes simple scientific experiments 589 which the children can perform and gain hands- Look at Your Body (series of 5 books) on-experience and learn about scientific Mumbai: Navneet Publications, n.d. phenomena. Rs. 32/- each 594 This series will take the child on a fantastic Take it Apart (Helicopter/ Fire Engine/ Cruise journey through the workings of the human Liner) body. Fascinating pictures and enthralling text Chris Oxlade will reveal the mystery lurking inside the body Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2001. from the tip of the nose to the heart , brain, Rs. 55/- each lungs etc. A delightful and fascinating series on the 590 working of different vehicles. More Folk Tales of Science Dilip Salwi 595 New Delhi: Rupa & Co., n.d. Total Solar Eclipse Rs. 176/- A N Maheshwari New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. A more entertaining sequel to the much enjoyed Rs. 11/- and talked about folktales of science, this book would prove to be another page turner. Why do we not see stars during the day? How did Shri Krishna create the illusion of sunset in 591 advance of its scheduled time and enabled Arjun Remote Sensing to kill Jayadratha? Does the Sun have structures Meenakshi Kumar outside its bright disk? If yes, when can we see New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. them? Answers to these questions and many Rs. 53/- others of interest to astrophysicists can be found by observing the total solar eclipse.The total The book gives children insight into the remote solar eclipse, though a rare event, is looked sensing technology in a simple manner. forward to both by scientists and common man because it presents a grand visual spectacle. In

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this book an attempt is made to share the thrill of the total solar eclipse of October 24, 1995. 600 Our Neighbours 596 Chandralekha Mehta Walk the Rainforest with Niwupah New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. Aparajita Datta; Nima Manjrekar; illustrated by Rs.19/- Maya Ramaswamy New Delhi: Katha, 2004. A bird's-eye view of the lands around India, Sri Rs. 95/- Lanka, Myanmar, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Pakistan. The story of Niwupah the hornbill on a tour of his rainforest home where the sights we see and 601 the sounds we hear, the scents we smell and the Rajasthan Stories vol.I - III creatures we meet, are like nothing we've ever Rudyard Kipling imagined! New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Rs.45 /-each 597 The Wonder of Water This collection of stories is culled from Kipling's Nita Berry; illustrated by Neeta Gangopadhyaya travelogue, letters from Marque (1891) and the New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. colourful accounts of the people, places and Rs. 75/- things of Rajasthan are engrossing to say the least. We love it. We benefit from it. We take it for granted! It is everywhere. How well do we know 602 this shapeless thing that sustains our lives? A Seven Wonders of the World (Seven Wonders scientific study of our lifeline -water! of the Natural World /Seven Wonders of the Modern World) 598 Mumbai: Navneet Publications, 2001. Our Universe Rs. 80/- each T Prakashirajan New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. This series has well planned and beautiful illustrations with maps and photographs which A highly informative book for the growing child, offers the young reader a scintillating view of the book is a storehouse of information about the world we live in. science of cosmology.The sun and the planets in the solar system such as Mercury, Venus, Earth 603 and other innumerable galaxies in the universe Strange Men Strange Places and mind-boggling details about them will keep Ruskin Bond children in raptures. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 1992. Rs. 86/-

Category: History, Geography and Travel The book talks about soldiers, mercenaries, free- booters and their glorious and inglorious 599 exploits full of thrill, romance, and violence. All Conducting Youth Parliament the men were Europeans braving the heat and D S Muley dust of India and they fought for wealth, glory, New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. and for sheer fun. Rs. 18/- 604 This book will provide ample learning experience The Shining Stones on parliamentary procedures for students and Shanti Pappu teachers. A useful resource for developing skills Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2007. which will help youngsters strengthen and Rs. 120/- nurture democracy in the country.

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Once a year Selvi's little village of peanut 608 farmers springs to life when the archaeologists Philately for the Young come and excavate tools of ancient hominins Mathew Varki from the same river-bed that Selvi walks over New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. every day. Superimposing facts and photos from Rs. 45/- a real site, the author brings to life a very distant past and initiates children into the fascinating Philately, the art of collecting stamps is a world of archaeology. popular hobby among millions of people all over the world. In this volume, a practised philatelist tells you how to move on from stamp collecting Category: Sports, Games and Hobbies to philately.

605 609 Collecting Stamps The Science of Yoga Balachand Pai; Jaya Pai Meenakshi Swami New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, n.d.. Rs. 20/- Rs. 23/-

The pictorial history of stamps that have been The book introduces chlidren to yoga and released in pre-Independence India has been explains many benefits that come by following outlined in detail. Emphasis is given to stamps it. Indian culture's greatest boon to mankind is that hold history and beauty - on several themes the science of yoga. Yoga helps in the manifold which include archaeology, artists and poets, development of human personality and gives flowers, the Asian Games and lots more. strength to it.

606 I am Different Category: Reference Books Manjula Padmanabhan Chennai: Tulika Publishers, n.d. 610 Rs. 150/- Britannica Student's Encyclopedia 16 vols. New Delhi: Encyclopedia Brittanica India (Pvt. A unique puzzle book that invites readers to look Ltd.), n.d. at different shapes and find one that does'nt fit, Rs. 15,000/- is a multilingual treasure house of information and fodder for the brain! Entertaining and informative, the Britannica Student Encyclopedia helps middle school 607 children gain a better understanding of the Magic world. More than 2,250 captivating articles are B Das the perfect resource for homework help and New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2001. assignments and for satisfying the curiosity of Rs. 25/- young learners. Children are sure to immerse themselves in 2,700 photos, charts, and tables A package of almost twenty tricks to surprise that help explain concepts and subjects, as well your friends. Each trick is briefly explained and as 1,200 maps and flags from across the globe. the accompanying pictures well support the text. All you need is a bit of practice!

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V. Fluent Readers

captured the essence of the Indian people Category: General through her paintings.

611 615 Bhopal Gas Tragedy My Vote Counts Suroopa Mukherjee; illustrated by Raghu Rai Bindu Bhaskar Balaji; Reginald Goveas; Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2002. illustrated by Reginald Goveas Rs.80/- Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 1999. Rs. 100/- When poison gas poured out of the Union Carbide factory in 1984, it killed thousands and A look at democracy - how it works, elections, maimed many more for life. With telling current trends and systems around the world. An pictures, the book examines the causes of the easy style, line drawings, cartoons and catastrophe and traces the fallout of the world's photographs perk up subject and text. worst-ever industrial tragedy. 616 612 One World Daring to Dream Edited by Radhika Menon; Sandhya Rao; Neera Kashyap illustrated by Bindiya Thapar New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 1998. Rs. 72/- Rs. 80/-

The unending stress and tension of examinations A collection of writings on peace, to help and the continous pressure to do well, the pain children understand and cope with the world of poor performance, the clash between old around them. rituals and new rational ideas that negate them, the still existing bias towards the girl child, the 617 myriad aspirations in life, strain in a strong The Story of Time friendship... and many such aspests of life are Nita Berry; illustrated by B G Verma dealt with in this book. New Delhi: Children's Book trust, 2004. Rs. 100/- 613 Great Institutions Time remains a scientific mystery and the B G Varma various tools of time are explained beautifully in New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2000. this book. A world without time would be a Rs. 30/- chaotic place to live in and man has been forever trying to reckon time. From shadow sticks to This book introduces to children those sundials to water-clocks to the present day institutions which have figured in our historical, clocks, it is indeed the story of time. cultural, social and national development and have, therefore, become famous. This volume 618 contains seven institutions whose work The Story of Writing continues to be relevant. Nita Berry New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. 614 Rs.55/- Handmade in India Olivia Fraser Communities have developed, from old times to Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. the new, different writing styles. From cave Rs.25/- drawings to alphabets, to languages, calligraphy and printing with its technology-the journey has The book is the beautiful outcome of the taken many long years. This book traces the author's travels around India in which she has evolution of the art of writing beautifully.

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History becomes much more exciting and 619 interesting when we read stories of not only Suresh and the Sea what people did, but why they did. Indian history Raghavendra Rao; Sandhya Rao is an endless chain of such legends. Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 1999. This book profiles a few of them. Rs. 115/- 624 The real story of fisherboy Suresh is told The Ramayana for Children alongside stunning black and white Bulbul Sharma photographs. The book also examines marine New Delhi: Puffin Books (Penguin India), 2008. issues, with snippets of interesting information. Rs. 359/-

Category: Traditional literature (fables, The epic story is an excellent reading for the legends, folk and fairy tales). young. The traditional ingredients are all there -- adventure and excitement, love and war, and an 620 infinite number of stories within stories; as are American Folk Tales [set of 4 books] the traditional characters -- monkeys who cross Geetika Jain; Aranya Jain oceans and carry mountains, shape-changing Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. demons and monsters. But it is rendered Rs. 25 /-each contemporary by freshness and vitality and by the zany and exuberant illustrations. This series talks about love and respect the native Americans had for nature and how they 625 passed it on to the next generation through Stories of Tenaliraman stories. Beautifully illustrated book. C L L Jayaprada; Prithveshwar Gayen New Delhi: Children's Book trust, 2006. 621 Rs. 70/- Asian Splendour: Folk Tales Hema Pande; Dipto Narayan Chatterji An iIllustrated book for children capturing the Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. wit and humor of a legend.Tenali Raman, who Rs.90/- lived in the early 16th century, was one of the Ashtadiggajas (eight elephants serving as A rich feast of folk tales from all over Asia from pillars) of the Vijayangara court. He was a poet the grassy plains of Tibet to Filipino seas makes of knowledge, acute wit and intelligence, this book compulsive reading for midddle school shrewdness and ingenuity. In the court of children. Krishna Deveraya he often found himself in precarious, perilous situations. But Tenali 622 Raman always escaped through his Folktales [set of 6 books] resourcefulness. He trounced learned men, poets Veena Seshadri & others and the highbrowed! These stories have become Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. household tales. Rs. 20/25 each Category: Fiction - Adventure and Detective, A set of delightful stories from distant countries Ghost and Mystery stories like Ethiopia, Taiwan, China and Myanmar. The folktales bring out the cultural diversity and 626 wisdom of these countries. 5 Mystery Stories Nilima Sinha; illustrated by Subir Roy 623 New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. Legends from Indian History Rs. 125/- A K Ghosh New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. The collection of mystery stories has children as Rs. 25/- thier central characters who are bold and

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adventurous and who do not lose their cool in classroom, a photographer's encounter with a perilous situations. mysterious couple and a winter morning soaked in memories - these stories are filled with a 627 variety of incidents, a range of emotions and a Aditya the Underwater Boy commitment to human values. Anita Saran New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 1996. 631 Rs. 22/- Four Heroes and a Green Beard Narayan Gangopadhyay; translated by Swati This fascinating adventure story of life under sea Bhattacharjee talks about peak hour traffic, fast-paced life,lack Chennai: Tara Publishing, 1999. of space and too many people which altogether Rs. 67/- form the many banes of urban living. Prof. Sen, a geneticist, finds a way out of it! The comical adventures of the four heroes during their holidays in a hill resort when they 628 meet a dotty nature-lover with a green beard, Adventures of Prince Divyendu - the Prince become exciting and they plunge headlong into Who Was Just One Meter Tall a funny mystery. S Shyamala New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2004. 632 Rs. 63/- Ghost Stories Noida: Frank Educational Aids, n.d. This simple story teaches you how to overcome your drawbacks and weaknesses and convert As we grow up, we still retain our interest in them to your advantage. The hero Prince stories of supernatural, even though we may not Divyendu is not only just one metre tall, but is believe in the reality of the sprit world any more. also scared of the dark! Divyendu's adventures In the stories there are ghosts, some chilling, when he goes in search of the 'wish fruit' from some friendly and others impish. the garden of a witch, will be a lesson to become truly wise and happy in life. 633 Impossible? Tales of the Unknown 629 Paro Anand Five Survivors and Other Stories New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Edited by Ruskin Bond Rs. 45/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2007. Rs. 86/- Just beacuse it is unknown does not mean that it is impossible! These not-quite-there tales which A collection of short stories which showcases the is closer than you think require nerves of steel to budding literary talent of India. It is the product believe. of an annual nationwide talent search - the Classmate Young Author Contest - organised by ITC Ltd. since 2003. Edited by Ruskin Bond, the Category: General Fiction stories bring to fore the creative, imaginative and versatile genius of our country's promising young adults. 634 City of Stories 630 Rukmini Bannerji; illustrated by Bindiya Thapar For Teens from Teens Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Shankhdeep Rs. 20/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. Rs. 86/- Didi and her little friend start a tidal wave of stories in a city, where no one has time to tell a A jewellery store robbery, perfectly planned and story! executed, a trio of pranksters who liven up a

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635 upside down when they'rs chopped off to make Doosri - the Other One wooden toys. Rupa Gupta New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2003. 639 Rs.45/- Gavial Avial Kalpana Swaminathan A story with a message that beauty is only skin New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2002. deep! There is a riot of colours in the rose Rs. 45/- garden and the the gorgeous pink rose plant Gulabi is beaming with pride at her own beauty Vijay, Usha, Anita and Mina have a new friend- and looks down upon the small, strange plant Mrs Gavial or Gavial Mami, as she likes to be with neither flowers nor colours. called! She sings, cooks, keeps house, watches television, and at moments, gives way to 636 copious tears. Gavial Avial is a hugely Earth and Mars... Finally the Twins Spin in entertaining, heartwarming story of the Harmony foursome's attempts to re-unite Mrs Gavial with R K Murthi her lost family. New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2006. Rs. 80/- 640 Grandfather Goes on Strike This is a novel for children, in the older age K S Nagarajan; illustrated by Neeta group, who know of the vast expanse of the Gangopadhyaya Universe that stretches unto infinity and of Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. recent successes in space exploration. The seed Rs. 30/- idea for the story was provided by American space probes that led to the landing of two An inspiring story of a child's grandfather who Rover spacecraft on Mars in January 2004. struggles to save the trees in his area. Many scientists refer to Mars as an Earth's Twin. The blend of fact and fiction is what makes this 641 novel truly fantastic. It is this fusion that makes I'm Not Butter Chicken a lasting impact on the target audience. Paro Anand New Delhi: Indian Ink, 2003. 637 Rs. 150/- Environment Series [set of 4 books] Sumathi Sudhakar; illustrated by Arka Prabha Teen stories heartbreakingly wise and true Roy Chowdhury which reveal how teenagers are so unwise yet Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. brilliant - growing up and coping in a changing Rs. 25 /-each and faliable world. The wonder years, the precious and heartwrenching years of teenagers A great book to learn about environmental are effectively portrayed in this book. issues through a simple story of two boys who live in a village with their animal friends. The 642 animals teach them to live in harmony with Kolhapur to Beijing - Freestyle nature. Mala Kumar; illustrated by Ashish Nangia Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. 638 Rs. 25/- Forever Friends Feisal Alkazi; illustrated by Neeta Gangopadhyay This is the courageous story of a boy from Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Kolhapur who became the fastest swimmer in Rs.25/- the world during the Beijing Olympics.

A sad but enchanting story about two trees who 643 are best friends for ages and whose lives turn A Necessary Journey Scharada Bail

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New Delhi: Children;s Book Trust, 2003. Rs. 33/- 648 Short Stories Series [set of 4 books] This is a piognant story of a child who is Sanjiv ‘Sanjay’ Jaiswal & others recovering from a life threatening disease but Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. could not resist the powerful call of the Rs. 20 /-each mountains and travels all the way to live amongst the tall, beckoning pine trees, the Intersting stories for bookworms! clean, soothing mountain air and crystal-clear streams. All this beautiful environment acts as a 649 healing balm... providing hope and cheer even Trash: On Ragpicker Children and Recycling when she is recovering from a life-threatening Gita Wolf; Anushka Ravishankar; illustrated by disease. Orijit Sen Chennai: Tara Publishing, 2004. 644 Rs. 105/- The Parrot Who Wouldn’t Talk and Other Stories A unique combination of fiction and fact. Based Ruskin Bond on the real life experiences of ragpicker children, New Delhi: Puffin Books (Penguin India), 2008. it tells the story of Velu, a runaway village child Rs.125/- who ends up as a ragpicker in a big city and must face the harsh realities of life on the Heartwarming, funny and delightful stories streets. The story is accompanied by facts and featuring some old favourites as well as some arguments which connect complex issues- new refreshing stories in which Bond introduces ranging from child labour and child rights, to us to some of the most endearing and adorable lifestyles, waste and recycling. characters and his grandfather. 650 645 When Amma Went Away The Puffin Book of Funny Stories Devika Rangachari Edited by Amit Vachharajani New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2002. New Delhi: Puffin Books (Penguin India), 2006. Rs. 32/- Rs. 191/- An award-winning book, it is the story of a A collection of really hilarious stories by some of fourteen-year-old girl having to forge a India's best children's writers, Ruskin Bond and relationship with her grandmother during her R.K. Narayan among others. mother’s absence. When short-tempered, sensitive Nalini agrees to the arrangement of 646 Patti, ' a stranger ‘, staying over in Amma's Schooldays - A Collection of 16 Stories absence for six months, little did she imagine Ankur Mitra that her life would change drastically! Unlike New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. other grandmothers Patti is alert, aware and Rs. 100/- curious about Nalini and her brother Arun's lives. Nalini becomes responsible, caring and 647 respectful about people's feelings. Suddenly Shanti's Friend Amma announces her return! Does that mean Deepa Agarwal; illustrated by Avishek Sen Patti will go back to Chennai? Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 25/- 651 Why Does Gopal Get angry? This is the story of Shanti who gets into trouble J S Radhakrishna; illustrated by Henu in the city while staying with her aunt and uncle, Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. whom she is unable to please. She is helped by Rs. 25/- an unusual friend to solve her problems.

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This Bbook gives you important lessons on how for contemporary readers, and structured with to control the universal emotion of anger and an almost thriller-like pace that incredibly blends make the right choices in life. high drama with the mesmerising calm of Kabir's beliefs. 652 With a Pinch of Salt 656 Madhuri Pai; illustrated by Rijuta Ghate A Man Called Bapu Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Subhadra Sengupta; Neeta Gangopadhyaya Rs. 25/- Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 25/- An interesting story about a donkey who, fed up of his master loading sacks of salt on his back An inspiring short biography of Gandhiji - the everyday decides to teach him a lesson! man and his life and why he will affect generations to come. Category: Biography and Autobiography 657

Nehru for Children 653 Chalapathi Rau Albert Einstein : a Short Biography New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 1992. R K Murthi Rs. 32/- New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2005.

Rs. 176/- The book highlights the momentous period of

India's history through which Nehru lived. Albert Einstein was unquestionably one of the

greatest scientists of all times. He discovered the 658 'Theory of Relativity' that led to explosive Shankar developments. He fine-tuned Newton's Laws to Alaka Shankar expand man's understanding of the Universe. New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 1999.

Rs. 35/- 654

Indira Priyadarshini The book talks about Shankar the cartoonist, the Alaka Shankar man behind the international competition for New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2006. writing and painting for children and a multi- Rs 45/- faceted personality.

The book gives a clear picture of India's former

Prime Minister. Intensely involved yet Category: Science withdrawn, unbending, lofty, cool and fearless,

Indira Gandhi made a unique leader. 659

Adventures of the Five Elements 655 Lalita Sridhar Kabir the Weaver - Poet New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. Jaya Madhavan; illustrated by Saudha Kasim Rs. 37/- Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2004.

Rs. 150/- This book presents in brief, the adventures of the

five elements that constitute our universe. Jal Mischief is afoot one fateful Friday at the (water) is naughty, restless and always seeking Banaras marketplace. Both the Pundit and the adventure. Vayu (wind)is frisky, mischievous and Mullah are out to destroy Kabir. But a faithful loves to shepherd the clouds. Bhoomi (land), the band of friends headed by Dhaga, the smart Mother Earth, is the life-giving force. Agni (fire) thread from Kabir's loom, is determined to stop is energy personified, wild by nature, yet a them . . . A story set in the thirteenth century friend, when harnessed. Aakash, the sky, is the that captures the essence of the well known silent spectator of this whole drama. weaver-poet - lively yet gently emotive, written

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660 Croc Talk - Your Madras Crocodile Bank 664 Companion How It Works [series of books] Zai Whitaker; Nikhil Whitaker; illustrated by Navkala Roy; Rakesh Mohan Hallen; illustrated Ashok Rajagopal by Subir Roy Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 1998. New Delhi: Children's Book trust, 2007. Rs. 25/- Rs. 15/- each

A quick look at Indian reptiles in general and A series which introduces and explains to the crocodiles in particular, with photographs, child the working and the mechanics of things he cartoons and activities. Created as a guide to the is familiar with, while also tracing their history. Madras Crocodile Bank, the book is fun and Scientific principles are explained with simple informative at the same time. diagrams and supplemented by anecdotes and cartoons. Books in this series include The 661 Telephone, Television, Aeroplane, Railway Train, Endangered Animals of the World The Ship and The Motor Car. Vikas Khatri New Delhi: Unicorn Books, 2006. 665 Rs. 80/- Little Tiger Big Tiger Anil Vyas A rare book that turns the spotlight on world's New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2008. endangered animals, and captures them in their Rs. 20/- natural splendour. It gives an in-depth analysis of many threatened species, such as, Polar bear, This book serves to create a love for nature and Black buck, Giant panda, Black rhinoceros, awareness of wildlife and its preservation. Brazilian tapir, platypus etc, living on this planet. 666 662 Nature's Capers [set of 2 books] Folk Tales of Science Ranjit Lal; Sanjay Sarkar Dilip Salwi Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2007. New Delhi: Rupa & Co., 2000. Rs. 25 /-each Rs. 45/- A humorous narrative about dragonflies and Here is a collection of all those immortal and spiders which also gives valuable scientific fascinating tit-bits that depict the human face of information about both these creatures. scientists who are otherwise renowned for their rationality, genius and contributions to mankind. 667 It proves that there can be laughter even in Scinece on the March science. Scharada Bail New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. 663 Rs.38/- From Atom to Nano-Tech Edited by Geeta Menon; illustrated by Nilabho This popular science book unravels the secrets of Dhar Chowdhury nature, baffling scientific concepts, logical New Delhi: Chidren's Book Trust, 2006. deductions...all contribute to Science on the Rs. 65/- March. The book explains the basic experiments like the rubbing of a glass bulb that led to the Everything that happens around us is science. invention of a thermometer; a chance This book brings together a few concepts which examination of a blood sample lead to scientists we take as normal but hold scientific truths. go microbe-hunting and many more of such Essays on Earthquakes, Force of friction, Law of inventions. Gravity, Lever power, Nano-Tech, Louis Pasteur, autobiography of an atom are some of the 668 chapters covered in this book. Some Indian Birds

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N N Majumdar; illustrated by S Basu Roy Category: History, Geography and Travel Choudhury; Pranab Chakravarti New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2004. 673 Rs. 38/- Aiyappan and the Magic Horse P Rajagopal & Others As the title implies the book gives information Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2005. on a variety of Indian birds and their impact on Rs. 150/- the environment in general. Fifteen-year-old Aiyappan learns a traditional 669 form of folk theatre called Kuttu at the Talking of Trees Kattaikuttu School in Kanchipuram.The Magic Pratibha Nath Horse an unusual play about a strange New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. encounter with two aliens offers glimpses into Rs. 30/- the lives and traditions of Kuttu artists.

This book provides essential information about 674 33 types of trees that adorn hills and plains alike Cauveri and is sure to whet the curiosity of the reader Oriole Henry about nature and environment. Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Rs. 60/- 670 A Tree in My Village This book traces the path of river Cauveri from Paritosh Sen high up in the mountains where it is born down Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 1998. past islands filled with birds. Rs. 150/- 675 The details of a variety of bird, animal and insect An Earthquake - The Bastar Rebellion life in and around the grand Arjuna tree in the Loveleen Kacker author's village are revealed in this book. The New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2001. remarkable chain of life, the interdependence of all living things described in this book are part of The Hill Marias, the bison-horn tribals of Bastar an invaluable lesson in ecology. Water colour loved their land as well as their freedom from sketches add to the beauty of the book. slavery to the British. Their deep resentment caused the 'Bhumkal' (earthquake) of 1910 671 which was inspired by a legendary hero, Gunda Turtle Story Dhur, who was a historical character. The Revolt Karthik Shanker; illustrated by Maya engulfed the entire Bastar. Its central event Ramaswamy came with the killing of the chief firanghi. The Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. 'Bhumkal' was suppressed later. Rs. 25/- 676 This book takes the reader through the entire The Forbidden Temple: Stories from the Past life-cycle of an Olive Ridley turtle and also T V Padma; illustrated by Bhavana Vyas throws light on several other species found in Chennai: Tulika Publishers, 2004. the sea. Rs. 115/-

672 In this book, imagination takes off from carefully What on Earth is Energy? researched fact to creating fascinating stories D P Sengupta of children from times past, panning India's New Delhi: NCERT, n.d. history from around 3500 B.C. onward. Alongside are interesting bits of information - This book intends to make children aware of easy to absorb, just enough for added science in everyday life and to demystify it. atmosphere. Finely etched images come together in collages to illustrate each story. A

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perky ant leads the trail through a very visual activity section that makes tracking history so The famous story of Dandi-march or the salt much fun! satyagraha which Gandhiji launched the in the summer of 1930 is one of the keysotnes of 677 India's freedom movement. The then Viceroy, Ganga Lord Irwin, scoffed at his 'crazy scheme of Sanjeev Saith upsetting the government with a pinch of salt.' Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. Yet this was exactly what the Dandi march Rs. 25/- achieved!

Full of stunning photographs this picture book Category: Reference Books traces the history and beauty of the river Ganga from her inception at the Himalayas till she 680 reaches the Bay of Bengal. Children's Knowledge Encyclopedia Noida: Parragon Publishing India, 2008. 678 Rs. 344/- Once Upon an India Series (set of 4 books) Subhadra Sengupta; illustrated by Tapas Guha Popular question and answer format and Mumbai: Pratham Books, 2009. bite-size chunks of information makes this a Rs. 25/- each valuable knowledge tool for kids. A combination of photos and art makes it attractive as well. Children are the chief protagonists of this Other features included are 'Did You Know?', delightful series based on Indian history. They feature boxes ideal for homework help and a view different eras in history through their eyes comprehensive index and give you a clear perspective of all the historical periods.

679 A Pinch of Salt Rocks an Empire Sarojini Sinha New Delhi: Children's Book Trust, 2005. Rs. 20/-

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AUTHOR INDEX (Includes illustrators, editors and translators)

Abhisheikh Bandekar, Prakash Bhoir, Priya (ill.) 388 422, 520 086 Agarwal, Deepa Bandyopadhyaya, Anu Bhutia, Chewang Dorjee 007, 257, 273,309, 362, 538, 360 062 647 Banerjee, Suchismita Bindra Gautier, Namrata Agarwal, Mamta 459 517 097 Bannerji, Rukmini Bist, Vandana (ill.) Agarwal, Tanya L uther 002, 053, 060, 061, 072, 313, 152, 548 057, 076, 088, 196, 303, 349 634 Biswajit, Shalini (ill.) Ahlawat, Mariam Karim - Bas u Roy Choudhury, S (ill.) 130 130, 153 668 Biswas, Palak Aitken, Stephen (ill.) Basu, Bubla 108 111, 555 258, 276 Biswas, Palak (ill.) Alikhanzadeh, Samira (ill.) Basu, Suddhasattwa 170, 174 141 159 Biswas, Sonali (ill.) Alkazi, Feisal Basu, Suddhasattwa (ill.) 013, 177, 532 638 081, 103 Bo nd, Ruskin Amra Alam Batra, Ruchi 235, 311, 314, 335, 338, 343, 044 183 409, 430, 496, 498, 510, 603, Anand, Paro Baum, L Frank 644 310, 329, 348, 485, 633, 641 307 Bond, Ruskin (ed.) Anantakrishnan, Indira Belgrave, Dorothy 629 308 189 Burton, Richard F Anantarajan, Ma dhuvanti (ill.) Berry, Nita 470 286 597, 617, 618 Calasso, Roberto Anil Kumar K Bezbaruah, Lakshminath 103 211,224, 230, 234, 239, 292, 346 Calla, Gulab 431, 449, 451, 457, 475,506 Bhagat, Pervez (ill.) 250, 318, 337 Anjum, Anjeev 322 Chabria, Rachana 325, 350 Bhanot, T R 027, 134 Antony, Shinie 104 Chadha, Radhika 194, 446, 519 Bhardwaj, Meenakshi 034, 043, 056, 079, 114 Arangaden, Vimla 013, 111 Chak, Dhruva 472 Bhargava, Usha 355 Arora, Dharm Dev 288 Chakrabarty, Ludmilla 367, 398 Bhat, Ashwini 277 Atre, Jyotsana 143 Chakrabarty, Ludmilla (ill.) 473 Bhatt, Asmita (ed.) 145 Azad, Marjan Keshavarzi 105 Chakravarti, Pranab (ill.) 166 Bhattacharjee, Shukhamoy 668 Bail, Schara da 570 Chakravarti, S Venkatesh 429, 643, 667 Bhattacharjee, Swati 378 Bailhache, Alain (ill.) 316 Chanchani, Vishakha 330 Bhattacharjee, Swati (tr.) 160 Balaji, Bindu Bhaskar 631 Chandramohan (ill.) 615 Bhattacharya, Birendra Kumar 247 Balaji, T 081 Chatterjee, Debjani 140 Bhattacharyya, Bharati 199, 438 Balsavar, Deepa 371 Chatterji, Dipto Narayan 026, 093, 178 Bhide, Madhuri 621 387

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Chaturvedi, Pankaj Dhar Chowdhury, Nilabho (ill.) Golmohammadi, Feeroozeh 004, 045 663 (ill.) Chavan, Madhav Dharmarajan, Geeta 109 005, 085, 087 054, 103, 123, 128, 145, 171, Goomer, S K Chavan, Manish (ill.) 177, 532 210, 226 298, 365, 375 Dhir, Sheila Goswami, Amar Chawla, Aman 528 032, 037, 051, 066, 070 098, 376 Durga Bai Goveas, Reginald Chawla, Anuj 144 615 185 Durrell, Gerald Goveas, Reginald (il l.) Chenthoor, Kartika 181 , 187, 369, 372, 382 390, 615 484 Dutta Ray, Joyeeta Govindan, Santhini Cherian, Tarun 240, 549 188, 191, 509, 524 162 Dutta, Arup Kumar Gowda, Venkatramana Chhabda, Satpalsingh 513 352 147 Dutta, Sushmita Greystroke (ill.) Chopra, Sarojine 212 370 278, 282 Dutta, Swapna Guha, Buddhadev (tr.) Dai, Mamang 201, 214, 237, 535, 572 588 107, 146 Ebrahimi Nasr, Jaafar Guha, Tapas (ed.) Dalal, Deepak 154 505 477- 482 Franson, Leanne (ill.) Guha, Tapas (ill.) Dalal -Clayton, Diksha 290 118, 233, 526, 678 190 Fraser, Olivia Guhathakurta, Ajanta (ill.) Dalvi, D D 614 521 416 Futehally, Shama Gupta, B Dalvi, D D (ed.) 545 376 105 Gammel, Lisa Gupta, M D Das, Ani 522 208 203 Gandhi, Ravina Gu pta, Namrata Das, B 289 324 607 Gangopadhyay, Narayan Gupta, Prashant Das, Manoj 631 198, 208 386 Gangopadhyaya, Neeta Gupta, Rupa Dasgupta, Mary Ann 656 635 150 Gangopadhyaya, Neeta (ill.) Gupta, Seema Dasgupta, Shahana 158, 397, 638, 640 377 568, 569 Garcia Luis (ill.) Gurucharan, V V Datta, Aparajita 171 492 596 Garg, Krishna Kumar Haghighi, Hormoz (ill.) Datta, Brinda 456 148 059 Gayen, Prithveshwar Hallen, Rakesh Mohan Dattatri, Shekar 484, 625 664 049, 592 Gayen, Pritveshwar (ill.) Handa, Nimret Day, Lal Behari 102 291 442, 458 Ghate, Rijuta (ill.) Handa, Nimret (ill.) De, Ranjan (ill.) 005, 040, 089, 094, 295, 652 146 392, 545 Ghezelbash, Shirin (ill.) Hari, Deepa Deb, Swagata 167 178 241, 483 Ghosh, A K Hariharan, Geeta Debroy, Dipavali 623 471, 545 579, 580 Ghoshal, Taposhi (ill.) Hart, Hilda Deshpande, Jayashree 283 189 293 Godbole, Govind Hashmi, A H 306 368

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Hathorn, Libby Kantha, Sharmila Krishnaswamy, Uma (ill.) 516 112 127, 391, 396, 397, 516 Hemlata Kapur, Malavika Kumar, Meenakshi 138 121 591 Henry, Oriole Kar, Bimal Kurrien, Zakia 674 158 042 Henu (ill.) Kashkouli, Mahdokht Kurup, C G R 651 141 221 Hubner, Franz Kashyap, Neera Lal, Anupa 058 612 052, 542, 554, 556 Igen, B Kasim, Saudha (ill.) Lal, Ranjit 270, 341, 363, 410, 414. 434, 655 176, 252, 253, 666 437, 447, 448, 450, 465, 558, Kasim, Serene Lara, Enrique (ill.) 559, 560, 561, 563, 564, 565, 131 171 566, 582, 584 Kedilaya, Srikrishna (ill.) Lavlekar, Rajesh Ijlal, Baaraan (ill.) 293, 352 137 090, 327 Keer Banerjee, Chetna Lindstorm, Jonathan Jagannathan, Bharati 550 120 074, 075 Kerawala, J P Lulla, Puja Jain, Aranya 260, 501, 553 508 620 Kessler, Mari o (ill.) Madhavan, Jaya Jain, Divya 058 655 420, 432 Khaire, Neelimakumar Mafakheri, Ali (ill.) Jain, Geetika 366 126, 154 620 Khan, Azeem Ahmad Mahadevan , Madhavi S Jain, Neera 407 101 119, 193, 238, 417, 425, 444 Khandpur, Swarn Mahatan, Anita Jain, Shailja (ill.) 383 578 044, 156 Khanna, Anita Maheshwari, A N Jain, Shefalee 233 595 018 Khanna, Meesha Majumdar, N N Jaiswal, Sanjiv 'Sanjay' 184 668 064,067, 069, 071, 078, 648 Khatri, Vikas Mala Kumar Jalnapurkar, Swati 661 642 042 Kheiriyeh, Rashin (ill.) Mani, Lata Jayaprada, C L L 123 161, 163 625 Kipling, Rudyard Manikya, Veena Johri, Brij Mohan 299, 305, 491, 525, 527, 533, 511 371 544, 601 Manish, Utkarsha Joshi, Jagdish Kiran Mohan (ill.) 365 003, 426 184 Manjrekar, Nima Joshi, Yogesh Ko hli, K S 596 197, 205, 215, 227 402 Manochehri, Roksana (ill.) Judith Krishna, Vinita 124 297 022,030, 077 Manokaran, Jaynthi Kacker, Loveleen Krishnamurthy, Kalki 095 497, 675 540 Manuchehr, Kaymaram Kaka Hariom Krishnamurthy, Preeti (ill.) 126, 167 412 074, 075 Marfatia, Meher Kakavand, Kambiz Krishnan, Priya 502 124, 125, 164 391, 393, 397 Mark Twain Kale, Kavita Singh (ill.) Krishnan, Uma 151, 499 116, 149 394 McLerran, Alice Kanjilal, Mohona Krishnaswamy, Uma 555 274 179, 393

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Meghani, Vinod Nair, A nita Pandya, Mamata 361 219, 507 587 Mehta, Chandralekha Nair, Bhavana (ed.) Panse, Sonali (ill.) 600 505 128, 131 Mehta, J C Nandurkar, Gopal (ill.) Pappu, Shanti 575 387 604 Mehta, J M Nangia, Ashish (ill.) Paranjpe, G R 326 642 364 Menon, Geeta (ed.) Narayan, Ajit Pardakhti, Fatemeh (ill.) 102, 279, 663 071 125 Menon, Naveen Narayan, Ajit (ill.) Parismita 113 004, 045, 064, 067 038 Menon, Radhika (ed.) Narsimhachar, Sudha Parker, Steve 616 334 400 Mirashi, Swapna Natarajan, Srividya (ill.) Patel, A J 249 163 195 Mishra, Samina Nath, Pratibha Patel, Mohanbhai (ed.) 523 048, 264, 493, 534, 547, 669 105 Mistry, Suvidha (ill.) Nayar, Nandini Patel, Sonabhai 022, 030, 077 019 225, 304 Mitra, Ankur Nehemaiah, Asha Pawagi, Manjusha 646 294, 333, 551 290 Mittal, Mahendra Nongkynrh, Kynpham Singh Phatak, Bhakti (ill.) 411, 413, 418, 419, 435, 452, 467 114 468, 469, 562 Noni Phukan, Mitra Mohallati, Mohammad (ill.) 009, 023, 092 118 164, 166 Ohri, Herminder Pieper, Christiane (i ll.) Mohorkar, Anupama 041, 073, 280, 283, 315 172 353 Oxlade, Chris Pote, Geeta Moorthy, Anita 594 295 173 Padamsee, Shamim Powell, Cecelia Mukherjee, Suroopa 115, 179 243 271, 611 Padma, T V Prabhjot Kaur Mukherji, Dhan Go pal 676 035 256, 259, 515, 518 Padmanabhan, Manjula Prakash, Swetha Mukherji, Minaxi 606 091, 175 874 Padmanabhan, Sujatha Prakash, Ved Mukundan, Monisha 286 284 099, 323, 439 Pai, Balachand Prakashirajan, T Muley, D S 605 598 599 Pai, Jaya Prasad, Poojitha Munjal, Mukta 605 504 332 Pai, Madhuri Prashant, Anuj Murthi, R K 094, 652 376 463, 636, 653 Pai, Roopa Pujari, Santosh (ill.) Murthy, Sarang Dev 370 002, 085, 313 017 Panandiker, Surekha Radhakrishna, J S Murty, Sudha 117, 247 651 512 Pande, Hema Raghavan, Neeraja Naaz, Arshi 344, 433, 460, 529, 621 37 3 024 Pande, Sanjay (ill.) Raghavan, Nirupama Nagarajan, K S 306 149 640 Pandey, Saurabh (ill.) Raghavan, Nirupama (tr.) Nagaraju, Harsha (ill.) 202 540 168

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Raghunath, Jeeva 390, 392, 395, 396, 567, 619 Saith, Sanjeev 055, 095 Rao, Sandhya (ed.) 677 Raghunathan, Meena 616 Salwi, Dilip 116, 168 Rao, Sirish 495, 581, 590, 662 Rahmandoust, Mostafa 006, 014, 144, 165 Sampath, C K 330 Raote, Komilla 243 Rai, Raghu (ill.) 152 Sa mson, Jacob 611 Ratna, Kalpish 084 Raj, Manoj 254 Sanjeev, Sudha (ed.) 486 Rau, Chalapathi 526 Raj, Vicky 657 Sansi, Harish C 262, 265 Raut, Ketan (ill.) 180 Rajagopal, P 047, 381 Sarabhai, Mrinalini 673 Ravishankar, Anushka 232 Rajagopalan, Ashok 110, 170, 172, 174, 649 Saran, Anita 008, 036 Rezaee, Azar 627 Rajagopal an, Ashok (ill.) 148 Sarkar, Sanjay 115, 176, 161, 660 Riaz, Taufik (ill .) 666 Rajan, Kalyani 120 Sarkar, Sanjay (ill.) 321 029, 039, 059, 065, 285, 320 Rinchin Rajiv, Renuka (ill.) Sarkar, Soumitro (ill.) 156 015 173 Rizio, Yohannan Raj Ram, S K Sathye, Sonali 129 380 050, 068 Roy Chowdhury, Arka Prabha Raman, Rajee Savitri (ill.) 136, 537 285, 461 637 Ramaswamy, Maya (ill.) Sawan t, T T Roy, Atanu 467, 596, 671 248 048 Ramchandani Naharwar, Saxena, Ira Roy, Indrapramit (ill.) Kamala 571 110 216, 440 Scanziani, Emanuele (ill.) Roy, Navkala Ramchander, Sadhana 328, 353 664 169 Scott, Nathan Kumar Roy, Proiti (ill.) Ramendra Kumar 140, 157 153 214, 268, 272, 514, 530 Sen, Avishek (ill.) Roy, Subir Rameshwar Rao, Shanta 310, 647 342, 474 445 Sen, Benita Roy, Subir (ill.) Rana, Latika Nath 090, 132, 244, 327, 351, 354, 232, 279, 373, 494, 626, 664 083 536 Roychoudhuri, Rane, Usha Sen, Orijit (ill.) Upendrakishore 381 649 466 Rangachari, Devika Sen, Paritosh Rubin, M 454-5, 521, 650 670 261, 263, 266, 269, 287, 312, Rangachari, Jamuna Sengupta, D P 340, 347, 357 408, 531 672 Rumi Ranka, Savitri Sengupta, Partho 109 319 057 Sabnani, Nina Rao, Cheryl Sengupta, Partho (ill.) 142 122 032, 037, 051, 066, 070, 088 Sabnani, Nina (ill.) Rao, Hema Sengupta, Poile 178 267 336, 541 Sahasrabuddhye, P G Rao, Raghavendra Sengupta, Subhadra 281 619 489, 490, 656, 678 Sain, Pravina Bhim Rao, Sandhya Sesh, Karuna (ill.) 574, 576 008, 012, 036, 082, 120, 322, 322

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Seshadri, Veena Singh, Kavita Thapa, Sheetal (ill.) 622 302 053, 060 Shah, Idries Singh, S P Thapar, Binda (ill.) 217 200 017, 054, 616, 634 Shaila Mohan (ill.) Sinha, Atul Tien, Lavina 281 345 328 Shankar Sinha, Nilima Tiwari, Vidya 133, 242, 424 427, 494, 626 040 Shankar, Alaka Sinha, Sarojini Tribhuvan, Anurata 202, 356, 654. 658 679 033 Shankar, Rajkumari Siruguri, Ragini (ill.) Uberoi, Meena 583 169 220 Shanker, Karthik Soman, Rakhi Vachharajani, Amit (ed.) 671 192, 546 645 Shankhdeep Spagnoli, Cathy Varadarajan, P 630 127 464 Sharma, Bulbul Sridhar, Lalita Varki, Mathew 001, 622 659 608 Sharma, Ganga Prasad Srikumar, A K Varma, B G 443, 503, 557 229, 573 613 Sharma, Gopal Srinivasan, Harini Varma, B G (ill.) 207, 228 359 221, 332, 617 Sharma, Pratap Srivastava, Meeta Varma, Geeta 255, 500, 548 068 342 Sharma, Shrikrishna Srivatsava, Meena Varm a, Rajiv 'Banjara' (ill.) 331 050 061, 244 Shastri, Jamini Srivi (ill.) Verne, Jules 223, 436 101 476, 488 Shastri, U J Subramanyam, Niveditha Vyas, Anil 223 302 231, 665 Shivakumar, David Sudhakar, Sumathi Vyas, Bhavana (ill.) 585 539, 543, 637 676 Shivakumar, K Suman, Surendra (ill.) Ward, Alan 209 351 593 Shivkumar Sundar, Rama Whitaker, Nikhil 108, 231 384 660 Shukla, Subir Suthar, Bhikhabhai Whitaker, Zai 015 317 182, 660 Shyam, Bhajju (ill.) Swami, Meenakshi Wolf, Gita 165 609 649 Shyamala, S Swami, Sridala Yadam Ram Kumar 086, 298, 375, 628 029, 039, 065 339, 358 Sidhwa, Bapsi Swaminathan, Kalpana 320 552, 639 Simren Kaur Tendolkar, Meera 389 047, 087, 089