Kathe Khajane - English (Community)

Writer : Nasrin Siege Narrator : Sudha ,Cognizant Outreach Editor : IT for change  Tendai Turtle’s Granny has hurt her shell and Mum and Dad have to go to help her. “Come stay with me,” says Tendai’s best friend Busi Bunny, and the fun begins.  Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Have a whole class discussion about a time a friend helped them. Then, ask studen...

Writer : Mustard Seed Books Narrator : Sreelakshmi Desai ,Cognizant Outreach Editor : IT for change A story describing the parts of a butterfly’s body and its different life stages.  Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Start a craft activity where students make a butterfly using paper and colours.   2.Encourage students to draw the four life stages of a butter...

Writer :  ແມ່ໄກ່ຄາວຽກ by Room to Read Narrator : Varsha Bhat ,Cognizant Outreach Editor : IT for change Mother Hen sits patiently waiting for her eggs to hatch. How long will it take? Is she going to miss the fair? Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Have students talk in small groups about times they had to wait patiently for something. Then, invite a few groups t...

Writer :  Rustom Dadachanji Narrator : Anju R ,Cognizant Outreach Editor : IT for change Mr. Centipede wears 21 pairs of boots on his morning walk. But with so many legs to choose from, how does he know which foot to use first? Join Mr. Centipede and his garden friends in this story about counting and indecision! Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Get students &nb...

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 : Ashwitha Jayakumar Narrator : Shuchetana Gupta, ,Cognizant Outreach Editor : IT for change Tall homes, tree homes, hanging homes, underground homes—visit different homes of animals, birds and insects all around you. Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Start by talking about the different types of homes animals live in like: trees, water, or underground.  ...

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 : Kim Rex Narrator : Priyadharsini Subramanian ,Cognizant Outreach Editor : IT for change Alex needs a plan. He doesn’t like medicine, but he wants to feel better. What will he do with the bottle of green medicine? Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Have a group talk about why Alex might not want to take medicine.   2.Invite students to share what helps the...

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,...

Writer :  Dhyanvi Katharani  Narrator : Shaily B, British Telecom Editor : IT for change Rohan is in grade seven and finds math very difficult. He feels sad, but his friend and brother help him realize all the other things he can do. Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1. Invite students to talk about times when numbers felt confusing to them. Let them share the...

Writer : Dhyanvi Katharani Narrator : Anjali Bhatia, British Telecom Editor : IT for Change Anku, Harsh, and Rohan learn from their mistakes. They get better at their hobbies and talents and grow a lot with the support of their friends and family. Here are some ways to engage student using this story:  1. Encourage students to talk about their passions or goals in life and to think about the...

Writer : Payoshni Saraf Narrator : Priya Sachdeva, British Telecom Editor : IT for Change The children of Class 6 want to visit the amusement park, but will they be able to save enough money for the tickets? Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 1. Invite students to describe the best trip they have ever taken. Ask them to share what made it special. 2. Ask students to imagine a...

Writer : Ananya Dasgupta Narrator : Veena BS, British Telecom Editor : IT for Change Physicist E. C. George Sudarshan made one of the greatest scientific discoveries of the 20th century. His work helped answer fascinating questions about atoms—the tiny particles that make up our universe. Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1. Discuss with  students what their favour...

Writer : Anjum Hasan Narrator : Kiranmayi Chandra, British Telecom Editor : IT for Change Sitara’s family is going on a trip to see the grand Taj Mahal. But children who suck their thumbs are not allowed on trains! Poor Sitara. Will she miss out on the adventure just because she sucks her thumb? Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1. Encourage students to recall  any...

Writer : Somak Ghoshal Narrator : Anjali Bhatia, British Telecom Editor : IT for Change Piku loves long summer afternoons and dislikes dark summer evenings. But his afternoons become gloomier when, all of a sudden, there is no one to read Piku a story. Will Piku’s books remain unread? Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Ask the students to tell one of their favourite st...

Writer : Raviraj Shetty Narrator : Rahul Chawda , British Telecom Editor : IT for Change Do you like cars, dinosaurs, and reading about them? Do you have questions and ideas? Do you enjoy being read to, or do you prefer reading alone in a quiet corner? Come in, and welcome to our library! Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1. In groups or pairs, encourage students to wri...

Writer : Bounhome Khensonema Narrator : Kiranmayi Chandra, British Telecom Editor : IT for Change It's Nin's first day of school. She wants to get dressed in her uniform, but everyone is too busy to help her! Can Nin get dressed all by herself?    Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1.Begin by asking students to talk about their favourite piece of clothing and w...

Writer : Kanchan Bannerjee Narrator : Shoa Khan, British Telecom Editor : IT for change Anu sometimes fights with her sister, but she also helps her learn new things. A story about two sisters who love each other. Here are some ways to engage students using this story.  1.Ask students if they have siblings/friend and if they are happy having them.  2.Ask how they usually spend time with...

Writer :  Salil Chaturvedi Narrator :  Shoa Khan, British Telecom Editor : IT for Change Meet Durva and Dhrubo and their wheelchair. Follow the adventures of these siblings as they have fun exploring parks, markets, and many other places. Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  1. Invite students to talk about their brothers, sisters or a friend and share any fun or...

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 : Jennie Marima for Pratham Storyweaver Narrator: Praveen Kumar M S Editor: Naveena B R  Lolo has many lovely friends. They are Sun and Moon and Star and Bird too. She would love to introduce them to you. This story is about the different kinds of friends that a person can have.  Here are some ways to engage the students:  Students can share how many friends they have? Do the...