Books That Speak

Original story Lassi, Ice-cream or Falooda? by Mala Kumar and Manisha Chaudhry. Translated into Hindi by Rajesh Khar. Illustrated by Priya Kuriyan. Published by Pratham Books.  Narration: Asawari Doshi. क्या आम पन्ना लस्सी से ज़्यादा मज़ेदार है? या फ़ालूदा इन दोनों से ज़्यादा मज़ेदार है? यह तय करने का अच्छा तरीका तो यही है कि इनको चखा जाए और मीनू ऐसा ही कर रही है। इतनी गर्मी में और किया भी क्या जा सकता...

Birds and bats. Kites and planes. How often do you explore the incredible world above us? Get ready to spot the odd ones out in this wonderful book of patterns. Written and illustrated by Aditi Dilip. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/28121-look-up Our website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen...

आर्या हमेशा से उड़ने के सपने देखती थी। आओ जानें आर्या ने अपने सपने साकार कैसे किए। चलिए कॉकपिट में उसके साथ बतौर पायलट उसकी पहली उड़ान पर। सचमुच आज का दिन ख़ास और रोमांचक है! Original story "Arya in the Cockpit" by Nandita Jayaraj. Illustrated by Upamanyu Bhattacharyya. Translated into Hindi by Vibha Lohani. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver....

Original story Raju's First Flight by Nandita Jayaraj. Translated into Marathi by Jui Kulkarni. Illustrated by Upamanyu Bhattacharyya. Published by Pratham Books.  Narration: Asawari Doshi It’s an exciting day for Raju. Join him as he prepares for a very special flight journey. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12993-rajuch-pahila-vimaanudaan Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com...

कावेरी और शिवा मकड़े, मकड़ियाँ देखने निकले। साथ में उनकी शमा दीदी भी हैं। तो चलिए न, हम भी चलें। (Tags: Spiderweb, Ants, Insects, Kids, Stories, Hindi) Original story Off to See Spiders! by Vena Kapoor. Translated into Hindi by Swagata Sen Pillai. Illustrated by Pia Meenakshi. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: ht...

Narayan, a small boy, used to enjoy his school like all other kids. But now he can't attend the school... Will he be able to go back to school again? (Tags: Door Step School, Marathi, underprivileged, Education, Kids, Stories, School) Beautiful story by Rajni Paranjape - based on a folktale. Illustrated by Sampada Bhanap, Shama Joshi, B. Suhasini, Ishaan Kshirsagar and Pooja Kale. Published by Doo...

रोहन अपने दाँतों में मंजन करने या नहाने से कतराता है। लेकिन उसकी बहन रिया उसे एक ऐसा रहस्य बताती है जिससे उसकी सोच बदल जाती है! Original story Brushing is No Fun! by Srividhya Venkat, Translated by Deepa Tripathi, Illustrated by Anupama Ajinkya Apte.  Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaevr link:https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/7767-dho-daalo Our website: www.booksthat...

Kalpana is learning to cycle, but it isn’t easy at all! She falls over and over again, even hurting herself. Does she finally learn to cycle? Does she give up? A heartwarming story about the importance of trying. Original story Kalpana's Cycle by Sowmya Rajendran, Translated into Marathi by Saraswati Naik, Illustrated by Kabini Amin.  Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storywea...

Meena is enjoying her summer holidays in Himalayas. She is enjoying the cool river, pleasant smell of the valley flowers and then she realizes, she has one more exam to go . Don't we all start dreaming about our holidays even before our exams get over? Tags: Summer, Holidays, Children, English, Stories Story written by Rajashree Natarajan, illustrated by Deepa Jayaraman. Published by Pratham Books...

The beautiful story describing how Rohan enjoyed his trip to Kokan. And which is his all-time favourite place? (Tags: Kokan, Vacation, Home, Children, Stories, Marathi) This story is originally based on a Foreign story.   Story written by Rajani Paranjape, illustrated by Sampada Bhanap, Shama Joshi, B. Suhasini, Ishaan Kshirsagar and Pooja Kale. Published by Door Step School Publications. (http://...

Does Raghav know what is the super prize he is going to receive, or rather he already has received? Beautiful story from Saral Spandan Magazine. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-mar...

What would happen if report cards were not all about studying and writing exams? What marks would you get then? (Tags: Children, English, PrathamBooks, Report card, School grades, Stories) Beautiful story written by Jane De Suza, illustrated by Sonal Gupta. This story can be read at https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/26976-the-very-shocking-report-card Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawa...

It is monsoon, and there's a koel cooing somewhere in the school. But it seems to have a sore throat! Parvez and Stella have never seen or heard a bird with a bad throat before, so they go looking for it. (Tags: Disability, Deaf, School, Friends, Hearing, Koel, English, Stories, Kids) Story written by Mala Kumar, illustrated by 211 Studio. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Sto...

अन्ना मणि एक भारतीय वैज्ञानिक थीं जिन्हें अपने चारों तरफ की दुनिया के बारे में पढ़ना बहुत पसंद था। चलिए झांकते हैं उनकी आठवीं सालगिरह के कुछ लम्हों में और देखते हैं उन्हें वैज्ञानिक बनते हुए। Original story "Anna's Extraordinary Experiments with Weather" by Nandita Jayaraj, illustrated by Priya Kuriyan. Translated into Hindi by Puja Omveer Rawat.  Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Dos...

परीक्षा का समय हर विध्यार्थि कि ज़िन्दगी मैं बहुत महत्वपूर्ण होता है. परीक्षा पर चुट्की लेते हुए प्रस्‍तुत है ये हास्य व्यंग. Story written by Sumati Joshi. Illustrated by Audrey Agnier, Catherine Groenewald, Deepa Balsavar, Lavanya Karthik, Madhuri Purandare, Nina Sabnani, Soumya Menon, Sunaina Coelho , and Suvidha Mistry. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: h...

Will the show-off create the lasting impression? Let's hear the story of Mayank, a young man, who is about to step into this big world by taking charge of his new office.  Story published by Saral Spandan Magazine - Saral Baal Vibhaag. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/boo...

When lazy Raghu Mama claims he can go on wild adventures without leaving his chair, Amish and Soni are amazed. How does he do it? Can Amish and Soni go on these adventures too? Original story Lazy Mama by Vidya Pradhan, translated into Hindi by Vibha Lohani, illustrated by Rohit Kelkar. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/2859...

The beautiful story describing how much kids understand the importance of trees. Story written by Rajani Paranjape, illustrated by Pooja Kale, published by Door Step School Publications. (http://www.doorstepschool.org/pune/) Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-spe...

Under cover of darkness, baby olive ridley turtles hatch from sun-warmed eggs on remote beaches. But can our little olive ridley survive the dangers of the ocean? Find out in this charming life story of an olive ridley turtle, and meet several other interesting creatures along the way. Original story Turtle Story by Kartik Shanker, translated into Hindi by Bhavna Pankaj, illustrated by Maya Ramasw...

Roja’s mother leaves for work early in the day. She promises to be back by bedtime. What will Roja do all day without Amma? This cute story written by Prathiba Swaminathan, illustrated by Alankrita Amaya. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/27121-when-will-amma-be-back Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast:...

Bunty does not like soaps. So, she refuses to clean up. Then one night she has a dream. What happens after that? Original story "Bunty and Bubbly" by Sorit Gupto, illustrated by Sorit Gupto, Translated into Marathi by Sandhya Taksale, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/282-bunty-ani-bubbly Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com...

India is a culturally diverse country and the handicrafts of each state bring out an interesting array of artifacts. Come enjoy a visual walk through the 32nd Surajkund Crafts Mela - a celebration of our art and culture. Story written and illustrated by Vibha Lohani, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/27898-the-32nd-surajkund...

Bhoomi was so used to winning every game. She somehow had missed the real meaning and feeling of competition. Let's see in this story how she found this happiness of healthy competition and sportsmanship spirit. Story published by Saral Spandan Magazine - Saral Baal Vibhaag. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitch...

Round, fat pooris are a treat in most Indian homes. Why do they puff? There is a whole lot of science behind this simple question. Original story "Why Does A Poori Puff Up?" by Varsha Joshi, Translated into Marathi by Varsha Joshi, illustrated by Sonal Gupta, Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/4099-poori-ka-fugte Our website:...

Did you know that fireflies are also called lightning bugs? And did you know that baby fireflies use their glow to chase away predators? Jump right into this book if you want to find out more about these creatures that light up the dark. Original story "Why Can't We Glow Like Fireflies?" by Nabanita Deshmukh, illustrated by Samidha Gunjal, translated into Marathi by Sushrut Kulkarni, published by...