Children’s literature in India has undergone a remarkable transformation – from oral storytelling traditions and timeless folktales to a vibrant, diverse, and contemporary literary landscape. Across centuries, the stories told to children have reflected changing cultural, social, and educational priorities. Today, modern Indian authors are crafting literature that is not only engaging but also inclusive and representative of the country’s multifaceted identities and present-day realities.
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THE NORTH SEA – ONE OF THE MOST TREACHEROUS VOYAGES FOR A SAILOR
Thick fog blanketed the port before we set sail for the North Sea. An eerie silence deafened our ears, until a squawk from the lone seagull above broke the uncanny quiet. The atmosphere reflected the emotions of everyone present: every sailor, whether a captain, a first mate, a seasoned veteran, or average joes like us deckhands.
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Book Review – Hey Kitty
Hey Kitty
by Shilpa Suraj
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
“Be kind, have courage, and always believe in a little magic.” – Cinderella. Who hasn’t read the evergreen classic love story? Over the years, we’ve seen multiple adaptations of it. But author Shilpa Suraj flips the sweet, familiar tale into a new-age novel brimming with relatability.
Book Review – The Forestborns
Imagine the sweet rustle of leaves, the faint whisper of the trees talking to each other, and the whirr of the chainsaws coming closer.
Wait, what?
The chainsaws were unexpected, right?
Suppandi Does It Again
Tring! Tring!
The alarm clock kept ringing incessantly. I was still feeling drowsy and didn’t want to wake up. Just then, someone knocked on the door.
“Come in,” I shouted, irritated.
To my utter surprise, Suppandi entered! Can you believe it? Yes, that character from TINKLE comics. He was in MY room, smiling at me like a fool. I sat up with a jolt.
Book Review – The Last Bear
Book Title – The Last Bear
Author – Hannan Gold
Publisher – Harper Collins
Recommended Age Group – 9 + years
The Last Bear, beautifully penned down by Hannah Gold, an enthusiastic and talented author, describes the life of a lonely bear on a deserted island of the Artic. The genre of the book is Realistic Fiction and is based on a realistic turn of events. There are two protagonists in this book. Firstly, a young girl named April who lost her mother and is trying to find a friend. She is curious and inquisitive which is how she stumbled upon Bear, the second protagonist. He suffered of loneliness and hunger because of a plastic chain on his paw, preventing him to hunt for himself. The central idea of the book is Global Warming as the icecaps are melting, leaving polar bears stranded on rocks.
Birth of Angry Fire
Once upon a time, there was a boy named Krishiv. He had a personality of tenderness, happiness, and anger. But nobody wanted to become his friend, because nobody thought he was cool. He felt really sad.
Moonlight and the Seven Stars
Once upon a twinkling, there lived a beautiful girl named Moonlight. Despite her beauty and the fact that she was born with a golden spoon in her hand, she never had the vice of greed.
Citizens of the whole space adored her, but the seven stars? Nope, not a chance! They were not as kind. They couldn’t even look at her without their judgy eyes.
From Mishap To Menu
When we were going to a 5-star restaurant with gleaming lights, we stepped carefully on the rocky pavement. As we entered, I caught the sudden smell of butter hanging in the air. We ordered pizza and ice cream separately. The waiter brought both at the same time and accidentally dropped the ice cream on the pizza!
Book Review – The Zora Trigger
Book: The Zora Trigger
Author: Priya Nayak-Gole
Genre: Thriller
Pages: 252
Publisher: Vishwakarma Publications
Fasten your seatbelts because The Zora Trigger is one hell of a ride! This high-octane thriller grips you from page one and refuses to let go. No wonder I finished it in just four days!