Kathe Khajane - English

Writer :  Fred Strydom Narrator : Rahul chawda, British Telecom Editor : IT for Change Read this story about a donkey is looking for someone who is just like it! Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Invite students  to share what makes them unique and special.   2.Ask students to find a friend who shares something in common with them and share what it is....

Writer : Department of School Education, Karnataka Narrator : Mamatha H M Editor : Bhageerathi C G Gunda pulled his kite too hard, and it flew away and got stuck in a tree. Will Gunda help the kite now and become its friend?   Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 1.Ask students to write or draw what they think Gunda will do to help the kite and become its friend. 2.Let stud...

Writer : Sampreeta SN Narrator : Sampreeta SN Editor : Lakshmi AL A deer admired his beauty but felt ashamed of his thin legs. When a lion chased him, his legs helped him escape, and he felt proud of them. Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Begin by talking about how the deer’s legs helped him in the end.   2.Invite students  to share something they feel prou...

Writer : Department of School Education, Karnataka Narrator : Anuradha R Editor : Deeksha R Seven colours argued about who was best, but after painting the things on Earth, they wondered, “Let’s see what happens next!” Here are some ways to engage students using this story:   1. Ask students to name the seven colours and find them in things around the classroom.   2. Let students draw a...

Writer :  Alex Latimer , Gordon Latimer and Patrick Latimer Narrator : Veena G Editor : Lakshmi AL Mother Vulture takes Little Vulture on his first flight. On their journey, they see a dying gemsbok. She shows her son that the end of one animal’s life is also the beginning of a new cycle for other creatures.   Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 1. Have children name...

Writer : Giulia Origgi Narrator : Mamatha H M Editor : Hemavathi Lily's passion is making her grow strong and determined, and also, let's listen to how her determination inspires others in the village. Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1. Ask students to share their own dreams – what would they like to be when they grow up?  2. Invite students to try creating somet...

Writer : Chammi Iresha Narrator : Sunitha M S Editor : Ramya R Kooru the porcupine asks her friend Gethum the spider to make a beautiful new year's dress for her. Gethum tries, but how can she dress an animal with such sharp spikes? Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1. Encourage students to talk about what makes them feel confident or special.  2. Let students thin...

Writer : Mokuba Marto Mukuka Narrator : Ashwini M Editor : Santhosh K M The story is about a child and her mother spending quality time together. They enjoy a fun-filled day of shopping, eating, and creating lasting memories.   Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Have students role play by pretending to go shopping and eat with their mother and father.  2.Ask...

Writer : Unknown Narrator : Teresa Benham, John Sagaya Raj K Editor : Kiran A N  A big, frightening monster is scaring everyone in the kingdom. Can Prince Jack help the villagers? Let’s find out!   Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 1. Ask students to draw (or imagine) a scary monster. Ask them to think about the details. In groups, ask them to describe the monsters...

Writer : Ranjit Lal Narrator : Mumtaz jahan Editor : Madhusudan K S   Samar and Nivya are terrified of the Rakshas Sweetie-Man. He looks scary—and does he really eat little puppies? When their six playful puppies run into his sweet shop, the twins rush in to rescue them. But what they discover  turns out to be the biggest surprise ever! Here are some ways to engage students using this st...

Writer : Ammie Vora for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator : Martin John Paul Editor : Santhosh B S Fria hears strange sounds from the forest and sets out to explore who they belong to, on one adventured filled night. Here are some ways in which you can use the story: Ask students which animals noises they hear most often? Which are their favourite animals? Have they ever tried talking to them? Suitable...

Writer : Rayhaanah Williams for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator: Mumtaz Jahan and John Sagaya Raj K  Editor: Kiran AN Once the school bell rings, the excitement begins. Grandpa picks Fatima up from school. What adventures will they have? This story talks about the various activities that children might engage in after school.  Here are some ways in which you can use the story: Ask stuents a...

Writer : Sandhya Taksale for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator : Mahesh Editor : Arun Kumar M Somu does not want to eat his food. What are the sparrows, goats and others eating? What food will he finally eat? Here are some ways in which you can use the story: Ask students to have a discussion about the food that different animals eat? Why is it healthy for them? What is their favourite food? Suitable f...

Writer : Meryl Garcia for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator : Deborah Chinna Editor : Nagachandra N S Unni wants to sleep under a fan, drink cold lime juice, and watch cartoons on TV. What’s stopping him? Listen to this story to find out. Here are some ways in which you can use the story: Ask students to imagine a world without electricity and describe it. Students can discuss how to reduce wastage of...

Writer : Madhav Chavan For Pratham Storyweaver Narrator : Yamuna C C Editor : Vivek A Come, let us listen this a story where Timmy and her puppy Pepe are talking to each other about different body parts. Do you also like to talk to your pet?   This simple story can be used to introduce the vocabulary of human and animal body parts. It can also be used as an introduction to comparing different...

Writer : Shweta Ganesh Kumar for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator : Lakshmi B T Editor : Lakshmi B T Meenu dislikes tiffin time because Amma always gives her idlis. But what do her classmates bring for lunch? Meenu decides to peek into their boxes and find out Here are some ways to engage students using this story: Ask students if they have ever felt their friend's tiffin is more interesting than thei...

Writer : Na Khamheuang for Pratham Stroyweaver  Narrator : Ravi C Editor : Clament Raj The lonely sun has no one to play with up in the sky. He wants to join the fish swimming in the river. But they say he makes them too hot! Is there any way the sun can make friends with the creatures on the earth below? Her are some ways to engage students using this story: Ask students to talk to each othe...

Writer : Madhumitha Vangal Sampathkkumar for Pratham Story weaver Narrator : Shashikala S Editor : Santhosh B S The story of the butterfly shows that without pain, there is no gain. Here are some ways to engage students using this story: Ask them if they were in the baby butterfly's place, would they have listened to their mother? Why/ why not? Let students discuss if they have ever felt impatient...

Writer : Kiran Kasturia Narrator : Yamuna C C Editor : Roopa K R Manu has a new raincoat. He can't wait to wear it, but the rain makes him wait... and wait... and wait. Here are some ways to engage students using this story: Ask if they like playing in the rain? Why/Why not?  Let students discuss which their favourite season is If they could have a similar raincoat, which colour raincoat woul...

Writer : Aarush Pabba for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator : Praveen Kumar M S, Madhu P Editor : Lakshmi B T The king of Kolar, Narsimha who is 93 years old, wants to find a new, honest king for his kingdom. Listen to find out how he does it. Here are some ways to engage students using this story: Prompt students to imagine themselves in the king's position and discuss what tasks they would assign to...

Writer : Lily Duarte for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator : Daisy C V Editor : Susai Mary This story is about a fairy who helps kind people.  Here are some ways to engage students using this story: Ask them to imagine that they are the magical fairy. Students can discuss what they would offer to kind people. Ask students to think about whether they would help someone old who they met on the road....

Writer : Ursula Nafula for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator : Sumiya Khannum Editor : Madhusudan K S Sukhiya Kaka was a famous singer. He met Dinoo who turned out to be his biggest fan. Together they made quite a pair! Here are some ways to engage students using this story: Create an activity where students perform their favorite songs in front of their peers. Engage students in discussions about cult...

Writer : Kaswith Venkat for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator : Shivakumara H N Editor : Susai Mary Rudra is a kind boy who helps everyone around him.. Will he get a reward for his good deeds? Here are some ways to engage students using the story: Encourage students to share instances where they've demonstrated kindness. Facilitate a discussion on what they would wish for if they met a fairy?   Su...

Writer : Rohini Nilekani for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator : Clara Soumya Editor : Vivek A Aman loves his red T-shirt, because it is so bright and so soft. His Ma hates it, because it is old and has holes in it. She wants to throw it away. He wants to keep it. What is Aman going to do?   Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 1. Plan an activity where students bring in their f...

Writer : Suraj J Menon for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator : Manu B R, Ravi C, Madhu P, Sumaiya khanum Editor : Clament Raj A funny little story about three friends and three clever fish! Here are some ways to engage the students: Ask students if they have ever been fishing. How was the experience? Students can discuss a situation where they have argued or fought with a friend and both ended up being...