Picture Books
Rainbow Hands
Illustrated by Jo Loring Fisher
Published by Lantana Publishing, 2022
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When a young boy paints his nails with his mom’s nail polish, he discovers the most important thing of all: the magic of being his true self.
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Hair Scare
Illustrated by Tasneem Amiruddin
Published by Room to Read, 2021
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Outside a blaring loudspeaker is asking people to stay at home. Inside a house, a little boy and his dog are enjoying a lazy morning. Their day suddenly turns into a big adventure. Let’s join them to find out what happens!
Sadiq Wants to Stitch
Illustrated by Niloufer Wadia
Published by Karadi Tales, 2018
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Sadiq loves stitching colourful patterns on rugs. However, his Ammi reminds him that boys in his community don’t stitch, they tend to the livestock. But Sadiq is determined to pursue his passion.
Aai and I
Illustrated by Sanket Pethkar
Published by Pickle Yolk Books, 2021
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Aadya looks just like her mother (Aai)—same little nose, same delicate ears, same big eyes and identical thick, long hair. But one day, Aai goes away to a big hospital with a promise to return before Aadya learns her next Math lesson. The long-awaited return shocks Aadya because now her mother looks completely unlike her. She wonders if Aai will ever greet her with her usual, cheery, ‘Hello! Mini-me.’ Or will Aadya have to take matters into her own hands just to hear that again?
A Saree for Ammi
Illustrated by Sandhya Prabhat
Published by Amazon Crossing (US Edition), 2021; Tulika Books (India Edition, 2019)
Ammi weaves the most beautiful sarees, but never gets to wear any of them! Her two little daughters decide to do something about it – break their piggy bank…
Lila's Loose Tooth
Illustrated by Habib Ali
Published by Tulika Books, 2019
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All the children in lila’s Class are beginning to lose their teeth and have exciting stories to tell. One buried it in the ground for the mouse to take, another got a shiny Coin from the tooth fairy. Lila waits impatiently for her tooth to wiggle… action-filled pictures bring out her eager wait in a story that every child with Jiggly teeth will love!
Milky Way
Illustrated by Siddhartha Tripathi
Published by Yali Books, 2017
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Tashi is worried about his friend, the Moon. He seems thinner than usual. Maybe the Moon's Amma-ley isn't giving him enough to eat? Tashi decides to help his friend. And what does the Moon have to say? Well, he just smiles his special smile--eyes closed and no teeth showing.
Mutthasi's Missing Tooth
Illustrated by Debashish Sarma
Published by Tota Books, 2019
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Clever, strong Mutthasi is in a pickle ever since she’s misplaced her false teeth! What will she do wiffout them?! Bela is enlisted to solve the mystery soon as there are tasty treats waiting to be eaten! Could they be in her closet? Or beside the coconut cookie jar? Or was it kaverima, the old washerman's wife who took them! Find out in this charming story of a little girl and her unique grandmother!
Bioscope
Illustrated by Shanti Devi
Published by Katha, 2011
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Join Guddu as she takes you on a tour through the heartland of Mithila. Simple joys of life gain brilliant colours with Mithila painter Shanti Devi’s striking imagery. Guddu’s warm-hearted and humorous narrative will make your lips curl to bring a smile.
Middle Grade Books
10 Indian Art Mysteries That Have Never Been Solved
Published by Duckbill, 2022
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A Brush with Indian Art
Illustrated by Aniruddha Mukherjee
Published by Puffin, 2018
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Baaja
Illustrated by Aniruddha Mukherjee
Published by Mango Books, 2015
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Vahana
Illustrated by Aniruddha Mukherjee
Published by Mango Books, 2016
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When in Delhi
Illustrated by Jayanto
Published by Katha, 2015
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This book tells the stories of ten mysterious people, styles and objects in Indian art from the prehistoric period to the present day-and in the process, it captures some of the diversity and range of the very large canvas we call Indian art.
A rich primer on the different schools of art and the most significant movements in Indian art history, A Brush with Indian Art might even nudge you into propping up your first canvas!
A lively introduction the music and musical instruments of India.
Accompanied by beautiful black and white illustrations, this delightful book gives you the 'not-so-known' of ancient Indian mythology in all its richness.
Do you know that there were once seven cities within the city of Delhi? Can you imagine that Delhi once ran a tram service? Have you ever heard about the droolworthy sixteen-layered paratha that you get only in Delhi? Can you believe that Delhi runs the largest fleet of environment-friendly buses? All of this and a lot more abound in this anything-but-typical travel book for the young.
Anthologies
Whoopee 30!
Published by The Hindu Young World, 2019
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Thirty renowned authors have penned gripping stories which are diverse in ideas - from humour and fantasy to adventure, grief, fairy tales and mystery.
When Mommy was a Little Girl
Illustrated by Abhilasha Khatri
Published by Ponytale Books, 2022
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Funny, honest, endearing and very entertaining! This lovely anthology features 15 unique stories that are sometimes emotional, sometimes silly and always heartwarming.
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Strange and Mysterious Places
Illustrated by Mistunee
Published by Rupa, 2020
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Things Lost and Found in History
Illustrated by Mistunee
Published by Rupa, 2019
My Mother is in the Indian Air Force
Illustrated by Hitesh Sonar
Published by Puffin, 2020
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My Sister is in the Indian Navy
Illustrated by Priyankar Gupta
Published by Puffin, 2020
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My Father is in the Indian Army
Illustrated by Partho Senguptan
Published by Puffin, 2020
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My Grandfather's Funny Eyebrows
Illustrated by Shreya Sen
Published by Tota Books, 2020
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From a fort where entry after sunset is forbidden to a one-of-a-kind crater created by a huge chip of the moon, from a church that drowns every monsoon and re-emerges during the summers, to pillars that sing Sa Re Ga Ma, these places will spook you, send shivers down the spine, make you gasp, and leave you with more questions than answers!
Piece together puzzles from the past with the first book in this exciting new series that looks at some of the most intriguing, head-scratching, spine-tingling mysteries about things lost and found in Indian history. From strange disappearances to cryptic comebacks, from mystifying monuments to long-lost treasure, this book will serve you history with a whole lot of mystery and mayhem!
Rohan thinks his mom is a bit like a a superhero-she flies in to save the day, she loops and swoops between the clouds, she even jumps off planes wearing parachutes! But her job demands that she keep moving from place to place, and Rohan doesn't want to move again. Not this time. Can he find a way to stay?
Nikky's sister is in the navy. When her ship is in port, she and Nikky get to do lots of fun things together. Nikky would like to spend more time with his sister, and he doesn't want her to leave, but he knows that, eventually, her sailing orders will arrive...
Beena's dad is in the Indian army and she knows her dad's job is important, but her birthday is coming up. She really, really wants her dad to be at home to celebrate with her. Will he be able to make it back in time?
Grandfather are special! They come in all shapes and sizes. Some are fat, some are thin. Some are tall, some are short. Some are funny, and some are not. Zayaan’s grandfather is special, too…and the most unique thing about him are his thick, scruffy eyebrows that are a sure giveaway to his many moods!
Gandhi in 150 Anecdotes
Illustrated by Aniruddha and Charulata
Published by Penguin-Random House, 2020
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A classic tribute and a collectible edition that celebrates 150 years of the Mahatma, one of the most revered figures in world history.
Ray in 150 Anecdotes
Illustrated by Aniruddha and Charulata
Published by Penguin-Random House, 2021
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Satyajit Ray in 100 Anecdotes is a gorgeously illustrated, one-of-a-kind book to introduce the genius of Satyajit Ray to readers young and old.
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Eeks! I Saw a Cockroach!
Illustrated by Aniruddha Mukherjee
Published by Puffin India, 2021
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From bees to flies, from ants to wasps and from mosquitoes to cockroaches, the books in this unique series will introduce you to a vast variety of insects we share our planet with and help you discover some jaw-dropping facts about them.
Eeks! I Saw a Ant!
Illustrated by Aniruddha Mukherjee
Published by Puffin India, 2021
From bees to flies, from ants to wasps and from mosquitoes to cockroaches, the books in this unique series will introduce you to a vast variety of insects we share our planet with and help you discover some jaw-dropping facts about them.
Suni Goes to Space
Illustrated by Aniruddha Mukherjee
Published by Room to Read, 2020
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Eeks! I Saw a Mosquito!
Illustrated by Aniruddha Mukherjee
Published by Puffin India, 2021
From bees to flies, from ants to wasps and from mosquitoes to cockroaches, the books in this unique series will introduce you to a vast variety of insects we share our planet with and help you discover some jaw-dropping facts about them.
The possibilities, hopes and dreams that were once Suni’s now belong to little girls everywhere. Beautifully illustrated by Aniruddha Mukherjee, and movingly told by Arthy Muthanna Singh and Mamta Nainy, the story of Sunita Williams—an Indian-origin girl in America who reached for the stars and the moon, not once or twice but a record seven times—comes blazingly alive.