Children's Books

]Minnie can’t find her little cat anywhere! Where is Pooni hiding? A charming find-it book for toddlers, from the creator of the other bestselling Pooni books, ‘Where’s That Cat?’ and ‘Pooni at the Taj Mahal’.

"Are you there, Amma?" "Are you inside, Amma?" Kiran looks everywhere in the kitchen, in the balcony and even in the unlikeliest of places! Where is amma? follows Nandini Nayar's whimsical What Did You See? and the very popular What Shall I Make? which has editions in the US and the UK and was cited by the Honour List of the United States board on Books for Young People (USBBY) in 2010. Srividya Natarajan's charming watercolour illustrations make this book one warm and irresistible hide-and-seek story.

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"Uma never eats her breakfast. Instead, she plays with it. Can anything stop Uma from playing with her food. "

Your body is unique and it belongs only to you. Get to know it, and learn to take good care of it. A book that aims to start open and healthy conversations around our bodies, and our right to say no to anyone who does not respect boundaries.

Everyone in Class 1-A knows that Gappu can’t dance. When the other students raise their left hands, she raises her right! Can Komal Ma’am get Gappu to dance? A story about the joy of dancing, using the concept of opposites.

With repetitive sounds and words that rhythmically roll right through the pages, this story puts the zing back into storytelling and reading aloud. Bright, zesty pictures and dynamic visual text echo the lilt, making it one big book of fun.

Every day T Sundari gets into trouble because most things make her laugh. She just cannot keep her mouth sealed. T Sundari wants to know if something is wrong with her. Because if there is not, she can laugh all the time.

Each finger has its own personality, and when ten little fingers come together, they make things happen. Playful verse draws children into a game of all that their busy fingers can do, while bright pictures imaginatively capture the energy of their busy, busy lives.

"Let's play house-house!" decide Sunehri and her friends. So they put together some old plates and bowls, emptypackets of chips, plastic bottles, a broken helmet... thingsthey've collected going about their work in the city onwhose streets they live.

Rooster Raga Is A Lively English-Language Picture Book About A Charming Rooster Who Longs To Sing His Own Song. A Playful Musical Journey For Readers Of All Ages, It Invites Families To Clap Along, Move To The Rhythm, And Discover Creativity In A Warm, Encouraging Voice.

Every night, Kukku wants his father to tell him his favourite story. It is about the giant Kumbhakarna who sleeps non-stop for six months – and Kukku falls asleep just as Kumbhakarna does. In Kukku's dream, everyone is trying everything to wake up the giant. Nothing works! A lively retelling of an episode from the Ramayana with wildly funny pictures.

Vinod Lal Heera Eshwer chases and plays with big monsoon clouds! the message is simple; rainwater is free, pure and precious let us save it.

Why do I have to sit separately in a corner of the classroom? Why can't I drink water from the tap like other children? Why do the teachers never touch my books?The 'whys' shout louder in little Bhim's head as he grows up, trailed constantly by the monster of untouchability. They catapult him into a lifetime of struggle for equality. They shape the remarkable ideas that are the cornerstone of the Constitution of India. The Boy Who Asked Why follows the life of an extraordinary man, 'Babasaheb' Bhimrao Ambedkar, who energized the struggle against caste prejudice. His fiery speeches and writings urged Dalits to protest against the inhumanity they suffered, and continue to suffer. This straightforward telling, visualized with quirky imagination, brings to children a man whose story will raise their awareness of discrimination -- leading them, perhaps, to ask their own whys.

Niveditha Subramaniam’s stunningly textured cloth collages weave through the pages of this wordless picture book with the touch and feel of the sari. To her, they evoke comfortable sensory memories of her own Ammama — the grandmother for whom upcycling was as natural as being in a sari.

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On a trip to the Taj Mahal, Minnie secretly brings Pooni along though animals aren’t allowed in. But wait – the naughty cat slips off on her own adventure! After Where’s That Cat

It is a very sweet board book with simple illustrations and rhyming words for small kids.

Sari for Ammi: A Novel : Nainy, Mamta, Prabhat, Sandhya: Amazon.in: Books

Board books are best for babies, and babies love rhymes. The two come together in these easy to hold, tough to tear books, with the fun and flavours of favourite Indian rhymes adapted into English. Along with the bright, bold visuals in distinct styles, designed to hold the attention of little ones – one-month-old to nursery-going – the lively rhythms make for a cheery interactive experience. 5, 4, 3, 2, 1... Hot dosas for the family! An adaptation with all the fun and flavour of the much loved Tamil rhyme.

A poetic picture book about being able to say goodbye to those we love, while holding them in memory.

Five-year-old Devika does not want to start at a new school. As the anxiety looms over her, she is paid a surprise visit. Her grandmother, Thammi, who became a star” two years ago, sweeps her off on a magical journey. Their adventures lead Devika to overcome her fears, as she discovers the healing power of books, libraries and doing what one loves. This book takes inspiration from the true story of pioneering Indian librarian, Bandana Sen.

Appapa is with the Dinosaurs : Sahana Jose: Amazon.in: Books

The no. 1 bestselling football and counting story, from multi-award-winning former Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo! Spinderella the spider has a passion for football. She tries to play a match with her brothers and sisters but she doesn’t know how many spiders should be on each team. Even worse, she can’t count the goals! Luckily for Spinderella, her Hairy Godmother has a plan …Football, spiders and counting – what's not to love!

"No, David" wails the off-stage mother as David reaches for the cookie jar. "No! No! No!" as he makes a swamp out of the bathroom. "Come back here, David!" as he runs naked down the street.

It's tricky to have breakfast when there's a mole in your bowl or a hare on your chair! Featuring satisfyingly simple rhyming text and charming illustrations, There's an Owl in My Towel is a perfect gift. With big flaps to lift and irresistible actions throughout, young children are sure to delight in joining in.

The beloved, bestselling potty-training classic, now in hardcover for a new generation! An elephant makes a big poop. A mouse makes a tiny poop. Everyone eats, so of course: everyone poops!

A little girl goes to market with a pocketful of change–and no idea what to buy from all the happy chaos around her. But among the rich and colorful wonders of the market, she finds that the real fun is not in the buying after all! Anushka Ravishankar’s comic verse and Emanuele Scanziani’s vibrant paintings pay a bold and busy tribute to the vitality of everyday India.

Potty : Leslie Patricelli: Amazon.in: Books

Mommy got me a brand new potty!But I'm not ready yet!I want to run and play.Uh-oh, I peed in my pants.But Mommy says, "That's okay!"Children will love following along and lifting the flaps to see the child play, sit on thepotty, eat, sit on the potty, sleep, and then sit on the potty...until finally there is success.Written from a child's point of view, this new potty-training book will help children join in the final refrain, "I'm so proud of me!"

A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood.A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good.Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo!

Dear Zoo : Rod Campbell: Amazon.in: Books

A wonderful rhyme book full of action and noise - guaranteed to make kids love poetry! Whenever I'm tired of being me I swing around like a chimpanzee. Are you tired of being you? Here's a whole book full of things you can do! There are rhymes to make you wriggle and giggle, shrug and sigh, snap like a crocodile and slither like a snake. Julia Donaldson's verse jumps off the page and Nick Sharratt's snazzy illustrations add to the fun. Bright, bold and accessible, these rhymes are packed full of noises and actions, making them perfect for joining in. Look out for more poems from Julia Donaldson and Nick Sharratt in Shuffle and Squelch!

Daniel Tiger is a very calming series of books for ages 5 and above. It is a great set of capsule stories which are positive, and calming. There is also a Youtube kids series on the same which is a great option for screen time.

Join in the fun at this delicious dinner party, where good manners aren't on the menu!Duck won't eat his carrots. Moth's eating the cloth, and Sheep would rather sleep than wash the dishes. Thank goodness some of the animals know how to behave. Even the smallest toddler will enjoy the wonderfully silly animal antics in this book -- you've never been to a dinner party like it!Trademark Julia Donaldson rhymes and rhythms are perfect to read aloud, and Nick Sharratt's mischievous and funny illustrations make the bright and playful Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose a sure winner. Just right for toddlers!Look out for: Hippo Has a Hat, Animal Music, Toddle Waddle and Goat Goes to Playgroup.

The quirky, hilarious farmyard tale that started it all from New York Times bestselling duo of Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin! Now the inspiration for a new Christmas special, CLICK, CLACK, MOO: Christmas on the Farm.

Elmer is different. Elmer is patchwork. The grey elephants all love him, but he soon starts to wonder what it would be like to be just the same as them... Full of colour, wisdom and pathos, little readers will love this classic tale at bedtime.

All the animals are busy lending a hand in the garden in this lively numbers book. The parrots are pulling up carrots, the bears are picking pears and a swarm of bees are pruning the trees with their miniature shears. Rhymes by Julia Donaldson and whimsical illustrations from Nick Sharratt make One Mole Digging a Hole a delight to share out loud. With plenty to giggle at, counting -- or gardening -- has never been so much fun!

What Are Germs?: A Fascinating Book About Microscopic Bacteria, Viruses, and Health for Kids (Ages 3-4): 1 (Very First Questions and Answers) : Daynes, Katie, Miguens, Marta Alvarez: Amazon.in: Books

A classic book with a storyline easy enough for children to follow. Has rhyme, simple vocabulary and brings environmental topics into conversation in a very subtle way.

There's chaos in the clothes shop when the animals go on a glorious shopping spree. Zebra's zip is stuck and Toad's tracksuit is far too big, but Flamingo finds a stylish bag, and Caterpillar's shoes are really cool. Even the smallest toddler will enjoy the wonderfully silly animal antics in this book, so join in the fun – you've never seen a fashion show like it! Trademark Julia Donaldson rhymes and rhythms are perfect to read aloud, and Nick Sharratt's mischievous and funny illustrations make the bright and playful Hippo Has a Hat a sure winner. Just right for toddlers!Look out for: Animal Music, Chocolate Mousse For Greedy Goose, One Mole Digging a Hole, Toddle Waddle and Goat Goes to Playgroup.

1 dog Woof, 2 dog woof, yap yap! It is a simple book with cute illustrations, soothing to the eye, and has dogs!

Are you a Smartypants? Do you ask a lot of questions? Like- Why are plants green? How do plants make their own food? Do plants have a kitchen? If you do, then you just might find the answers in this book. It has gorgeous pictures, simple explanations and a very curious cat!

Vibrant artwork and favourite animals make this rhythmic story the perfect introduction to learning about colours. Each spread leads seamlessly into the next and young children will delight in Eric's colourful collage animals and simple repetitive language.

This classic bedtime story is just right for winding down the day as a joyful, silly group of animals scrub scrub scrub in the tub, brush and brush and brush their teeth, and finally rock and rock and rock to sleep.

In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed little people, big dreams series, discover the life of Marie Curie, the Nobel Prize-winning scientist.

Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night? : Sayres, Brianna Caplan, Slade, Christian: Amazon.in: Books

Where are baby’s hands? Under the bubbles! Where are baby’s eyes? Under her hat! Little ones play peekaboo with a cast of adorable babies while learning the names for body parts in this delightful interactive book. This chunky board book with easy-to-lift board flaps that lay flush to the page are perfect for parents and children to share.

Serious silliness for all ages. Artist Sandra Boynton is back and better than ever with completely redrawn versions of her multi-million selling board books. These whimsical and hilarious books, featuring nontraditional texts and her famous animal characters, have been printed on thick board pages, and are sure to educate and entertain children of all ages.

Llama Llama’s tale of nighttime drama has charmed readers for over a decade and makes an ideal story for bedtime reading

This warm and funny picture book story from is perfect for reading aloud, or for small children to read to themselves time and again

A bird’s nest? A cow with two horns? No, it’s Minu’s hair and she does NOT like it. Her mother, her father, her grandmother try hard to tame it. But her grandfather is unconcerned… the illustrations of this charming story give Minu’s hair a truly wild, tactile feel as it spills exuberantly through the pages.

Poor Duncan just wants to colour in. But when he opens his box of crayons, he only finds letters, all saying the same thing: We quit! Beige is tired of playing second fiddle to Brown, Blue needs a break from colouring in all that water, while Pink just wants to be used. Green has no complaints, but Orange and Yellow are no longer speaking to each other. The battle lines have been drawn. What is Duncan to do?

An inspirational story of a boy who loved the stars so much, he decided to catch one of his very own. The beautifully illustrated, original debut picture book from shining talent Oliver Jeffers. There once was a boy who loved stars so much that he wished he had one of his very own. Every night he watched the stars in the sky from his bedroom window and dreamed of how he could be their friend and how they could play hide-and-go-seek together. So, one day, he decided to set about catching a star of his very own…

In this multi-sensory book, children can feel the pictures as well as see them, while they hear or read the easy rhythmic text. Early one morning a little spider begins to spin her web on a fencepost. Alongside the visual excitement of Eric Carle's vibrant collages of familiar animals is the tactile experience of feeling the spider's web as it grows from a simple line into a complex and beautiful creation - a perfect story for reading aloud and sharing.

Once there was a boy and one day. Enjoy four exciting adventures of the boy, as he learns how to catch a star, journeys to the South Pole and the moon - making new discoveries and finding friendship along the way. The award-winning picture books: 'How to Catch a Star', 'Lost and Found', 'The Way Back Home' and 'Up and Down' are now presented in this beautiful hardback slipcase edition to be treasured.

If Animals Kissed Good Night : Ann Whitford Paul: Amazon.in: Books

When a bus driver takes a break in this hilarious Caldecott Honor-winning picture book, he gives the reader just one instruction: "Don't let the pigeon drive the bus!" But, boy, that pigeon tries every trick in the book to get in that driving seat: he whines, wheedles, fibs and flatters. Will you let him drive? Told entirely in speech bubbles, this brilliantly original and funny picture book demands audience participation!

Baby Touch: Peekaboo : LADYBIRD: Amazon.in: Books

Mouse Paint : Walsh, Ellen Stoll: Amazon.in: Books

GIRAFFES CAN'T DANCE : Andreae, Giles: Amazon.in: Books

A wonderful picture book from the creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. "Do you want to be my friend?" asks a little mouse of a horse, a peacock, an alligator and others in this classic and charming story. Only when he meets another little mouse, is the answer unequivocally, "Yes!" "Each page of this ingenious, all but wordless picture book affords surprise, suspense, and repeated pleasure for the viewer."

Something's fluttering around! It settles on a shoulder here, on a nose there… What is it? Where did it come from? And where is it going? Follow the splash of orange to find out! Lively illustrations with a vivid pop of colour put you on the trail of a story that needs no words.

From the fantastic world of Mo Willems, the Pigeon has to go to school? It is hilarious. Great for kids who are starting school.

This cloth book for babies and toddlers has been created entirely by hand. Made using scraps of safe, washable fabric – tweed, cotton and felt – it features four adorable images, of a cat, bear, fox and rabbit. The book can be used in multiple ways, as a book, a toy and a spread!

Children and adults will relish this hilarious take on a day in the life of Nina and her dog Max.

Perfect for children just learning to read, this highly original book is told entirely in speech bubbles with a repetitive use of familiar phrases.