Shalu


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On a journey to find a gift for her brother to express her love for him, a 6 year old Indian girl learns about helping others.




My Raksha Bandhan


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Thread of Love


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Three siblings enjoy the Indian festival of Raksha Bandhan—a celebration of the special relationship between brothers and sisters—in this vibrant reinterpretation of the classic song Frère Jacques (Are You Sleeping) from New York Times bestselling mother/son duo Surishtha Sehgal and Kabir Sehgal. It’s time for the Indian festival of Raksha Bandhan, the celebration of the special lifelong relationship shared by brothers and sisters everywhere. Join two sisters as they lovingly make rakhi—thread bracelets adorned with beads, sequins, sparkles, and tassels—for their brother. And then see their brother present them with toys and sweets and special gifts! New York Times bestselling authors Surishtha and Kabir Sehgals’ irresistible text, set to the tune of the classic song Frère Jacques (Are You Sleeping), will have little ones singing along while they learn about Indian culture. And the vibrant illustrations by Zara Gonzalez Hoang will have readers wishing they could step right into the characters’ colorful crafting world. This enchanting picture book includes instructions for making rakhi!




Champak English


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Champak is the largest read children’s magazine in India. It is published in eight languages and has a total circulation of more than 300,000 copies. The magazine is known for its fascinating tales on animal characters that not only leave deep imprint on the minds of its young readers but also impart them with knowledge and values they treasure for the rest of their lives




Goodnight Ganesha


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A gorgeously illustrated goodnight story that celebrates the nighttime rituals of two young children visiting their grandparents in India. As nighttime falls over the city, two children visiting their grandparents in India find there's so much fun to be had! Whether it's listening to epic stories or observing rituals in the puja room, there are many moments that make this time together special. In this beautiful, rhyming ode to bedtime, the only thing more universal than getting ready for bed and saying goodnight is the love between children and their grandparents. "Nadia Salomon’s Goodnight Ganesha reminds readers that saying goodnight is both universal and unique and that all children deserve bedtime books that reflect their experiences and culture." --Hallee Adelman, author of My Quiet Ship "A pair of parallel poems, both steeped in references to India and Hinduism, form this stunningly illustrated tribute to family rituals [with] gorgeous, classically stylized art. Contemporary Hindu families will love the culturally specific details, while cultural outsiders will appreciate the universality of a bedtime routine." —Booklist




Lilu's Rakhi


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Rakhi or Raksha Bandhan is a celebration of the selfless love between sisters and brothers. Lilu is all excited to celebrate Rakhi with her brother Little Kuku. As an environmentally conscious girl, this year, she has decided to make homemade plastic-free Rakhi for Little Kuku. Through wonderful, vibrant illustrations and rhyming text, LILU'S RAKHI teaches kids how to make beautiful plastic-free RAKHI.




Welcome to your tape


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Thirteen Reasons Why delves into themes of sexual assault, bullying, harassment, rumours, rape and suicide. This catalogue gives the youth a potential to share and view thoughts on mental health.




With all My Heart


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In the bustling heart of Ahmedabad, Shashish's life is irrevocably altered in a single moment—a girl stepping out of an elevator, her presence igniting an electric spark within him. Yet, as quickly as that thrill ignites, it fades upon the harsh realization that she belongs to another. Despite this painful truth, the embers of his feelings refuse to die out.




100 Fun & Easy Learning Games for Kids


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Learn While You Play With These Fun, Creative Activities & Games From two experienced educators and moms, 100 Fun & Easy Learning Games for Kids prepares your children to thrive in school and life the fun way by using guided play at home to teach important learning topics—reading, writing, math, science, art, music and global studies. Turn off the TV and beat boredom blues with these clever activities that are quick and easy to set up with common household materials. The huge variety of activities means you can choose from high-energy group games full of laughter and delight, or quiet activities that kids can complete on their own. All activities highlight the skill they teach, and some are marked with a symbol whether they are good for on-the-go learning or if they incorporate movement for kids to get their wiggles out. In Zip-Line Letters, children learn letter sounds as the letters zoom across the room. In Parachute Subtraction, place foam balls in a parachute, then kids shake the parachute and practice subtraction as they count how many balls fall off. Kids will have so much fun, they won’t even realize they’re gaining important skills! The activities are easy to adapt for all ages and skill levels. 100 Fun & Easy Learning Games for Kids is the solution for parents—as well as teachers, caregivers or relatives—to help kids realize how fun learning can be and develop what they’ll need to do well wherever life takes them.




RAKHI REFLECTIONS


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In the tapestry of human relationships, few bonds are as enduring and sacred as that between a brother and sister. Raksha Bandhan, a festival that celebrates this special connection, is a time for reaffirming promises, exchanging love, and cherishing the unbreakable thread of sibling hood.