Kathe Khajane - English

Writer : Textbook story Narrator : Santosh Patil Editor : Keertishree Kulkarni The story likely revolves around the Kaveri River. It portrays the river not just as a body of water, but as a vital, almost nurturing presence – the 'giver of life.     Here some ways to engage students using this story: 1.Ask children to talk about how the Kaveri River helps plants, animals, and pe...

Writer :  Fongsamay Phommaxay Narrator : Tasheya Amreen Editor : Anusha Tejaswini R     The girl learns a lot from her mother. By observing her every day, she now knows many things she can do on her own. Which of these activities can you do? Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1. Invite students to share things they have learnt from their mother, father or...

Writer : Aman Randhawa Narrator : Ashwini Anandarao Mane Editor : Dundavva R Patil Listen to the story where a big girl or boy can help others in many ways. Helping is so much fun! This story is one of the four books in the 'Growing Up' series. Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 1.Ask the children if they have a brother or sister like the one in the story, and invite them to s...

Writer : Class 10, English Third Language Textbook, Department of School Education, Karnataka Narrator : Mehaboob Multani Editor : Salmabanu H Ingalagi One day, a retired officer went out and lost his purse. What happened next? Was he able to retrieve it? Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Encourage students to explain the lesson the story teaches.  2.Ask students...

Writer :Mehaboob Multani  Narrator : Mehaboob Multani     Editor : Aishwarya Y Mense Once, there was a class known for its talkative nature. However, one day, the teacher noticed an unusual silence, even when they weren't around. What could be the reason behind this sudden quietness?               &...

Writer :  Sharada Kolluru Narrator : Sheba Annie John , Cognizant Outreach Editor : IT for Change There is something that Hatchu ram does that makes the whole town go topsy-turvy. Would you like to find out what it is? Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Let students imagine they are Hatchuram and describe what silly thing they would do to surprise the town.  ...

Writer : Anitha Selvanathan Narrator : Roopa Kambalimatha Editor : Roopa C Kambalimath Do you want to know many things about the Festival of Diwali? Do you want to understand why Diwali is celebrated every year and what not to do during the festival? This story will answer all these questions. Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Ask the students, “What do you like to do...

Writer : Ursula Nafula Narrator : Vijaylaxmi S B Editor : Namrata Vijaykumar Kulkarni This is the story of Akai, who needs a new pair of shoes. She has never worn shoes before. How will she ask her mother for a new pair? Will she get them? Find out in the story!   Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Discuss with students what is the  one thing they waited a lo...

Writer : Prachi Jhunjhunwala Narrator : Roopa Kambalimatha Editor : Shivaraj B Parvati This is the story of Meena, a girl who plays with her friends every day. One day, she sees Akram Baba, a grocery seller, but people always reject his groceries. This makes Meena feel bad. Here are some ways to engage students using this story :  1. Discuss with students - If they were in Meena’s place, how...

Writer : Nahida Esmail Narrator : Vidya A Kamat  Editor : Vidya A Kamat  Foxy Joxy, a sly fox, sells watermelons. One day, he comes up with a clever idea—but the other animals are not happy. What will they do to teach him a lesson?     Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1. Discuss with students if they were one of the animals who got cheated...

Writer : Santosh Patil Narrator : Santosh Patil Editor : Santosh S Patil This story is about a farmer who buys a well from his neighbor. One day, when the farmer goes to draw water, the neighbor argues, 'I sold you the well, not the water in it.' Find out how the farmer gets justice.   Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Start a discussion by asking  If you we...

Writer : Santosh Patil Narrator : Santosh Patil Editor : Keertishree Kulkarni In a forest lived a kind and gentle giant, an elephant much bigger than all the other creatures. However, he had no friends, as the other animals always rejected him because of his size. Will he be able to find friends?   Here are some ways to engage students using this story"  1. Ask students to draw a scene i...

Writer :  Amar Goswami Narrator : Gayathri M D, Cognizant Outreach Editor : IT for change What is this strange sound you can hear in the forest–Drip-Drop-Drip? Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Have students share sounds they hear in nature and try to make those sounds together.  2.Play different nature sounds (rain, wind, birds) and have students guess whic...

Writer : Nomkhosi Cynthia Thabethe Narrator : Nikhila W, British Telecom Editor : IT for Change Dogs vs. Cats is the story of an uncommon friendship between a dog and a cat. But what happens when the cat is invited to live inside a nice, warm house, while the dog must still live outside? Here are some ways to engage students using this story:   1.Guide students to imagine and draw something f...

Writer : Radha HS Narrator : Nikhila W,British Telecom Editor : IT for change Do you think this little boy likes to go to school? If you want to know, just listen to the story to understand what the boy does and doesn't do in the end.     Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 1.Ask children: Have you ever felt the same way about school? 2.Ask children: Can you...

Writer : Folk Story Narrator : Mehaboob Multani Editor : Salmabanu H Ingalagi Emperor Akbar and Birbal went for a walk in the garden, where there were plenty of crows happily playing around. While watching the crows, Akbar wondered how many crows there were in his kingdom and asked Birbal. Hear the story to know the answer. Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 1Ask the children...

Writer : Vinita Krishna Narrator : Roopa Kambalimatha Editor : Vidya A Kamat  Our clever Sona has a helpful nature. The other day, she helped Mom. Before that, she helped Grandpa. This time, she went to Uncle's shop, where he makes shaved ice desserts. Let’s see how she helped her uncle!   Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1. Ask the students: Have you ev...

Writer :  Dhyanvi Katharani Narrator : Nisha kumari,British Telecom Editor : IT for change In this story, Anku looks forward to her Sundays, which are usually a day for fun and relaxation. She loves to spend time on Sundays... Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 1.Ask children to talk about their Sunday activities. 2.Ask children to describe their favorite Sunday memory. 3...

Writer : Lauren Beukes Narrator : Savitha,Cognizant Outreach Editor : IT for Change Thabo’s make-believe world has no room for his little sister, Keitu. But she has other ideas! How can you visit your dream world with your sister or brother and enjoy it like Thabo and Keitu? Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1. Ask students to share about their brother/sister/cousin – e...

Writer : Natasha Sharma Narrator : Jessy Nancy,Cognizant Outreach Editor : IT for Change Anaya’s Thumb is a sweet story about a girl who loves sucking her thumb. A visit to the zoo helps her realize she’s ready to let go of the habit and enjoy new experiences. Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Ask students to draw Anaya at the zoo discovering something new.   2.A...

Writer : Shabnam Minwalla Narrator : Nethra Ram,Cognizant Outreach Editor : IT for Change Druvi needs an umbrella to protect her wings from the rain. Join the dragonfly as she searches for the perfect leaf umbrella. Here are some ways to engage students using this story:   1.Ask students to go on a nature walk and bring the best umbrella for Druvi.   2.In small groups, ask students...

Writer : Menaka Raman Narrator : Tasheya Amreen Editor : Ananda H S Suppi is not at all happy to see a bat flying around in his house. In fact, he’s quite scared of it. How can Suppi and Amma help the bat return to her family? Here are some ways to engage students using this story;  1.Ask students if they have ever seen a bat in real life.   2.Discuss with students if they have ever made...

Writer : Rajalakshmi Paramasivam Narrator : Santosh Patil Editor : Namrata Vijaykumar Kulkarni This is a fantasy story about a little girl named Aditi, who travels to the moon but feels hungry once she gets there. Find out how her journey to the moon unfolds and what happens next. Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 1.Ask children to imagine and draw a new dream for the story’s...

Writer : Leigh Hunt, Class 7, English Second Language Textbook, Department of School Education, Karnataka Narrator : Mahadevi B Kamble Editor :  Sunil Patil This is the story of Abu Ben Adhem, a religious man who prays to God three times a day. One night, he sees a bright, sparkling light. What could it be? Discover what happens to Abu Ben Adhem next..   Here are some ways to engage stud...

Writer : Vinita Krishna Narrator : Bhavana PVS,Cognizant outreach Editor : IT for Change One day, Maloo had to get some potatoes from his grandmother's kitchen garden, but he couldn’t find any. Then, Kaloo helps him uncover the hidden potatoes. Here are some ways to engage students using this story:   1.Encourage  students to make a chart of vegetables and fruits and group them as trees,...