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Set over the course of thirteen rain-soaked days, many of which have been declared Rain Holidays at school, Rekha tries to navigate the rain-laden streets of Mumbai with some expected and some unexpected allies and discover what it means to be a friend to someone who herself is going through a rain holiday of her own.
Neev is a bright student who prefers working alone. He thinks group projects are a waste of time and believes he can do everything better by himself. But when his teacher assigns a group project on Gautama Buddha, Neev is forced to team up with classmates—and that’s where the real adventure begins.
Set in 1930 during the salt satyagraha, the book follows Dinu, an ardent Sherlock Holmes fan and a reluctant volunteer of the Arun Tukdi. It is a small group of teenage students and young teachers, tasked with travelling ahead, making arrangements for Gandhiji and the other marchers on their way to Dandi.
Meet Paru—a smart, opinionated fifth grader who is left-handed. She has moved to a new division where she has no friends, while all her old friends are in another class. Her classmates, especially her desk mate Nina, bully her for being different.
Each child is unique in how they look, play, speak, and express themselves. This book beautifully celebrates that uniqueness.
A book that every child who has ever been called “shy” needs to read. It shows us that a silent demeanor often hides a world teeming with imagination, courage, and adventure.
Pickle Yolk Books have award winning and incredibly beautiful picture books for 3-7yrs. Each one of them is unique – from the topic/issue the author chooses to address, to the unparalleled illustrations, to the directness and candidness, to the subtle nuances. We strongly feel that every parent who is raising a sensitive and kind child must ensure at least a few (if not all!) of these enchanting books are included in the home library.
Filled with thrilling tales and exciting escapades, this book is like a gateway to a world of spirits – written by none other than Satyajit Ray!
Rosa wakes up to find Pai’s prized purple dahlias missing. She sets on a mission to find the culprit.
Rarely do we encounter history as something alive, curious, and engaging. That’s what makes this book refreshing; it’s written in an approachable way for middle-grade readers, using simple language while opening up deep perspectives.
