Gulab’s classmates call her ‘Stinky Gulab’, and it’s not because she smells. Her father is a manual scavenger — he is made to clean drains and gutters with his bare hands, even today! “Why do you do it?!” asks Gulab angrily. With a determination to help him, and a little help from science, she takes the first bold step towards change. Read more
A set of interesting books for early readers that help them identify patterns and characters, these titles include spotting books and trivia-packed titles. The set includes Have You Seen Sundari?, Look Up!, Who Just Went By?, Incredible Insects, The Other Way, An Umbrella for Druvi, and Uh-Oh. Read more
The kids in Paru’s new class make fun of her because she is left-handed. The bullying is led by Nina, Paru’s deskmate. How is Paru to make things right left? Read more
A book that challenges gender stereotypes and sketches inspiring messages that will will surely go a long way. For kids aged 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 Read more
Gautam Buddha was one of the most exceptional of free thinkers. His teachings influenced millions of people. This Amar Chitra Katha is a compilation of stories related to Buddhism. The first tells the story of Buddha himself and his journey to enlightenment. Angulimala is the story of a murderous dacoit whose life changed when he met Buddha. Amrapali, the dancer, had the world at her feet but chose to give up all and follow Buddha. The ugly but wise King Kusha wins the love of his wife, Princess Prabhavati, through perseverance. The Acrobat and Other Buddhist Tales are invaluable. Read more
A story about how truth and honesty are compromised when material well-being arrives. A sensitive portrayal of fading human values with the advent of material wealth and prosperity. “As the prologue to the book describes, it is a story exploring truth, falsehood and everything in between.” — The Hindu “This slim book is a mustread for the young and the old alike.” — The Telegraph Recommended by CBSE Also available in Hindi as Satyadas Author: Bimal Kar Illustrator: Bimal Kar
Writer – Wanda Gág Illustrator – Boski Jain Once there was an old woman and an old man who wanted to adopt a cat. But when the old man steps out to find the perfect cat, he stumbles upon a sweet surprise that could change their lives forever. Katha brings you Millions of Cats, a 90-year-old, award-winning story from American literature, written by Wanda Gág with doses of humour, kindness, and love. Wrapped in the Indian flavours of delightful illustrations by Boski Jain, this little bundle of magic will take you for a ride to places far and wide, and elicit happy sighs and smiles.
A book that challenges gender stereotypes and sketches inspiring messages that will surely go a long way! “Here is a series of ‘big’ books that are not really big on size, but big on ideas, hope, and inspiration.” — The Hindu “Katha Books has always been a forerunner in value-based reading collections that not overly moralistic, but deeply fun.” — BookedforLife Also available in Hindi as Ladkeeo ki Udaan Author: Asha Nehemiah. Lal Ded, Geeta Dharmarajan, Mala Marwah Illustrator: Ajit Ninan, Kavita Singh Kale, Manjit Bawa, Ranjit Hoskote, Sana Bansal, Satya Narayan Lal Karn, Smt Moti Karn
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Take a walk through the neighbourhood with Venki and his Nani, and find out who sneezes the loudest with Curious Monkey and his friends in the forests! This book set includes our special big format books, Nani’s Walk to the Park and Achoo! Read more
'She was angry too, angry inside; about this unknown person who was being suddenly forced into her perfect life. That she would have to give up her room-her bed!-and share Thamma with this-this . . .'Mishti's life changes when her grandmother's cousin Munni, who has cerebral palsy, comes to live with them. Her only thought is to make her leave, somehow.But as time goes by, Munni shows strange endearing habits and when matters come to a crisis, Mishti is no longer sure that Munni is really the monster she thought she was.A funny moving story about a ten-year-old dealing with strange and difficult changes and disability, and above all, about love. Read more
Katha brings you Margaret Mahy’s timeless classic about a cat in the dark in its different and quirky avatars. This is a treasure for 6+ year olds, who will enjoy the delicious word play and the delightful and vibrant illustrations by our young illustrator, Anvadya Khatri. Read more
