Books That Speak

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...

प्रेम और उसके साथियों को एक छोटी सी डिबिया को ले कर एक बड़ा काम करने को दिया गया। क्या आप भी उनके जैसा काम कर के देखना चाहेंगे? Original story The Big, Big Matchbox by Arvind Gupta, translated into Hindi by Manisha Chaudhry, illustrated by Meenal Singh, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/17395-kitni-badi-maachis Our website: w...

A special pen slides under the bed. Rinky tries to get it back but she can’t reach it! Will a simple black block be able to help her? Witty story written by Lavina Mahbubani, illustrated by Rohit Karandadi, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/book...

A nice interaction between animals and children and our capabilities! Funny story written by Madhav Chavan and Meera Tendolkar, illustrated by Santosh Pujari, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/1111-aamhi-saare-praani Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://...

Bunty does not like soaps. So, she refuses to clean up. Then one night she has a dream. What happens after that? Amusing story originally written and illustrated by Sorit Gupto, translated into Gujarati by Shanta Patel. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/587-bunty-ani-bubbly Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the p...

Miss Laya the Games Teacher loves helping people! Join her and her fantastic motorbike as they vroom off on a fruit-filled adventure. This is the fourth in a series of stories called Miss Laya's Fantastic Motorbike. Story written by Mala Kumar, illustrated by Abhishek Choudhury, translated into Marathi by Sayali Godse, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https:...

Do you like to wear a cap on a sunny day? Find out who else likes to wear a cap in this charming book. Story written by Rohini Nilekani, illustrated by Angie & Upesh, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/234-the-moon-and-the-cap Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher:...

So many flowers, so many colours, so many birds and squirrels chirping and jumping around Meenu! She is enchanted by nature at its best. It is a spring time. Written by Mala Kumar and Manisha Chaudhry, illustrated by Priya Kuriyan, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/71-everything-looks-new Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com...

What does Anu like the most about her dad? His Mo! Do you know what a Mo is? Actually, Anu likes everyone with a Mo. So much so that when she sees a Mo, she gets funny ideas! Funny story written by and illustrated by Madhuri Purandare, Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/131-babachya-mishya Our Website: www.booksthatspeak.com...

कचरे के ढ़ेर से घिरे हुए बच्चे मौज मस्ती कैसे करें? लेकिन एक दिन कहीं से दीदी आईं और बच्चों के जीवन में रंग लाई।किताबें जो उनकी दोस्त हो गईं। Story written by Rukmini Banerji, illustrated by Kaveri Gopalakrishnan, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/1910-didi-ka-rang-biranga-khazaana Our Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen t...

Do you like to wear a cap on a sunny day? Find out who else likes to wear a cap in this charming book. Original story The Moon and The Cap by Rohini Nilekani, illustrated by Angie & Upesh, translated into Marathi by Utkarsha Manish. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/237-chandobachi-topi Our Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Li...

Miss Laya the Games Teacher loves helping people! Join her and her fantastic motorbike as they vroom off and have different adventures. This is the first in a series of stories called Miss Laya's Fantastic Motorbike. Story Written by Mala Kumar, illustrated by Abhishek Choudhury, published by Pratham Books, Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/25136-miss-...

A millipede hurts herself. She needs help. Now, which is the leg that needs help? A delightful picture book from a winner of Sahitya Akademi’s Bal Sahitya Puraskar. Brilliantly written and illustrated by Madhuri Purandare. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/9884-eekshe-sadatisaawaa-paay Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen...

खरगोश के कान हमेशा लम्बे और दुम छोटी नहीं हुआ करती थी। यह तो एक केंकड़े की करामात थी! सच्ची। Original story by Sanatan Juanga, illustrated by Sanatan Juanga, translated into Hindi by Amrit Mishra and Rajesh Khar. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/21228-khargosh-ke-lambe-kaan Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to t...