Registan Mein Bus is a colourful bouquet of 28 short poems. This bouquet encloses the sand dunes and dhanis of Rajasthan, the herds of sheep and the golden-yellow flowers of Babool. One does not feel scalded by the scorching heat nor feel the discomfort of walking on the burning sand, nor is upset by the…
This story is about the friendship that develops between two children of different faiths. Both become friends when they bond over food, but food ultimately breaks apart their friendship. They begin by liking each other’s company; they admire each other’s clothes, earrings, anklets, etc. Slowly, as the story progresses, their friendship also grows and deepens.…
We encounter the many difficulties the rains bring with them in this story. Everyone is sitting tired, hungry, thirsty, and unable to sleep because the water is dripping through the panni (plastic sheet) that is the roof. Vessels placed at various spots to catch this water keep filling up;
In the recent years, we have seen many new experiments in poems for children. Old and new poets are a part of this trend. On reading these poems one realizes that the gaze for seeing one’s environment has changed, as has the manner of expression. One can see experimental new usage of language and construction.…
How do we visit a jungle and find out about the animals living there without actually sighting even a single one?! If this question intrigues you, this book is for you. Usually, children’s books that speak about the flora and fauna of a particular area are laden with information, names and facts. Mal-Mal Rasta is…
Amir Khusro’s Achraj Bangla is a collection of riddles centered on nature, a timeless treasure that continues to captivate readers of all ages. These centuries-old puzzles, crafted with simplicity and elegance, not only entertain but also encourage us to observe the world around us more closely.