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History never had it so good as the present time and this collection is a testament to that. The bonus is that this book of stories from history come with several hints of mystery. Easy to read and often eliciting a chuckle, historical information relating to subjects such as unexpected finds in rock shelters, the fate of Shah Jahan’s peacock throne, or Rabindranath Tagore’s missing Nobel medal, are presented with precision and panache.
Children never seem to tire of hearing ghost stories. Here is one by the master story teller about three children who live near an abandoned and “haunted” village. The story is neither ghoulish nor is it gory but with help from the natural elements, Ruskin Bond weaves a gentle and believable tale with just enough chills to satisfy the young reader. The illustrations evoke the place and the atmosphere sensitively.
A young boy’s attempts to reconcile his image of his estranged father with the rather less wonderful man who actually turns up in his life. A funny and loving look at families and how they learn to live, together or not.
As you follow the peacock’s adventurous journey, your eyes linger over the details in Shailaja Jain Chougule’s cheerful illustrations that beautifully balance Niyatee Sharma’s story. Although the idea is not entirely new, the telling draws in readers by taking them into confidence.
Canato Jimo’s wordless picture book will leave you feeling utterly enchanted and filled with joy following the antics of two little ones who lay their hands on a pair of scissors. True, we must never leave scissors around for little hands to find, but what happens in the pages of this book will only bring a smile to your face, and another, and another.
Pictures and words do a slow dance in this warm, loving book animated by pictures that are now small, now large, now really up close, touching your nose. Timira Gupta’s simple text finds the perfect balance in Rajiv Eipe’s dramatic illustrations in earth tones that will resonate with anyone who has ever taken a little one on a walk.
On her way to the park, Nani has many little detours, that take her little grandson and us on a fascinating journey through city spaces teeming with activity, people and colour. The ‘big book’ format perfectly suits the detailed and charming illustrations. Author and Illustrator Deepa Balsavar’s detailed illustrations have potential for much discussion and sharing of experiences.
The murky and slightly mysterious illustrations draw you into young Gopu’s hazardous journey across a bustling city. Only at the end do you realise why his journey is made up of sounds, smells and precisely measured steps.
