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Chitra Soundar
Nikhil and Jay visit India in this third book in the sparkling Early Reader series about a British Asian family
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In this fourth book for early readers about the irrepressible British Asian brothers, Nikhil and Jay, the boys have four fun adventures at home
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One lamp welcomes the goddess of wealth. She blesses all with wisdom and health.
Feasts. Fireworks. Fun with family and friends. Shine a light on the magical moments that make…
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In this Indian folktale, a young turtle shares a shallow lake with unlikely friends - two geese. But when the lake starts drying up, the stubborn turtle must follow his…
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A dream-ride of a bedtime book, inspired by ancient Indian lullabies. Travel a lush dreamscape world as a father lulls his toddler towards sleep, weaving a quilt of dreams across…
Sona Sharma lives in India with her busy family, where she learns about the ups and downs of family, friendship and life. "Warmly loving and evocative" The Guardian
Sona and…
Sona is determined to get her whole suburban Indian neighborhood to help fight climate change in this second heartwarming story.
When Sona learns about the climate crisis at school, she…
Lull a little one to sleep with gentle rhyming verses and a mesmerizing swirl of imagery from the natural world, as a loving parent takes a child on a dreamlike…
Sona decides to run for class leader! But her friend Joy is running, too. Does Sona really want to lead, or just to win? Chitra Soundar shines a light on…
Counting from one to ten, a family celebrates all the magical moments that makeup Diwali.
Yasmine Naghdi, Chitra Soundar
Pirouette your way into the Shimmer & Shine dance studio, where the ballet besties are ready to put on a show!
Kathir lives with his grandmother by the sea where he harvests salt to sell at the market. But one day, Kathir’s donkey, Gobi, decides it’s too hot to carry the…
Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reading series, designed for teenagers and young adults learning English as a foreign language.
With carefully adapted text, new illustrations, language practise activities and…
In this Indian folktale, a young turtle shares a shallow lake with unlikely friends–two geese. But when the lake starts drying up, the stubborn turtle must follow his winged friends’…
Tara and her best friend, Farida, are experts at the traditional Indian game of Pallanguzhi. But when Tara’s family relocates to the UK, Tara has to say goodbye to her…
Early readers from all backgrounds will love these four lively stories about two young brothers in a British Asian family
Kina,the camel is travelling through the desert with Rana, the kite seller. CanKina teach Rana how to have good manners and be kind to others? Or will Rana…
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One day, Deepa, the clever rabbit met a hungry lion in the forest. He licked his lips, ready to pounce, but she had a clever plan to trick him… The…
We all celebrate birthdays and friendships, the onset of seasons, religious events, and national holidays. Our celebrations are full of color, specially prepared food, and good cheer. This book introduces…
Can Sona be the best big sister ever when she’s not sure she even wants a baby sister or brother?
Far away, across the deep seas and the tall mountains, there is a little kingdom called Samanpur. In the kingdom there lived a prince called Prabir and a poor boy…
A bold new non-fiction series for 7+ readers focusing on the lives of inspirational historical and modern figures.
From growing up in India and studying in London to becoming a…
"In this Indian folktale, a young turtle shares a shallow lake with unlikely friends--two geese. But when the lake starts drying up, the stubborn turtle must follow his winged friends'…
More exciting detective adventures featuring Sindhu and Jeet by Chitra Soundar, author of over 50 children’s books in the UK, India and the US.
Sindhu and Jeet are back to…
Age range 3 to 6 The festival of lights is here - time to celebrate the new year! Diwali has arrived! Rangoli art decorates the floor and strings of flowers…
A fun, magical story, ideal for children practising their reading at home or in school.
Manju wants to get a present for her Mum’s birthday but Cumin her cat isn’t…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute…
Third book in the acclaimed series. –Jacket flap.
When the moon rises high and the stars twinkle, it is bedtime for the baby animals of the Indian forest. But tonight, when the skies turn dark and the night…
An energetic animal story, ideal for children practising their reading at home or in school.
All Sloth Bear wants to do is play with Porcupine but it’s nap time in…
A funny, magical story, ideal for children practising reading at home or in school.
Manju’s stuck at home and she is BORED. Looking for entertainment, she summons the genie. When…
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An exciting detective story from Chitra Soundar, author of over 50 children’s books in the UK, India and the US.
Sindhu and Jeet are the best detectives in town: they…
We all celebrate birthdays and friendships, the onset of seasons, religious events and national holidays. Our celebrations are full of colour, specially prepared food and good cheer. We All Celebrate…
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At the start of winter, two bear cubs are born, deep in their den in the frozen north. Mama, what lies beyond here? they ask. “Above us is a land…
A funny, uplifting tale about family and the healing power of pets from internationally published author, Chitra Soundar.
Keva loves helping out at Grandpa’s pet adoption centre. When he has…
Will Gauri’s anger prevent her from enjoying the Holi festivities with her family?
Can two clever boys outsmart the king’s trickiest subjects? Inspired by traditional Indian folktales, these eight original tales by Soundar task young Prince Veera and his best friend Suku with…
Here is a bunch of dung-dropping, sweet-stealing, luck-jinxing villains!
Further delightful trickster tales from India
Being a big sister to a new baby brings big responsibilities. Sona Sharma’s house is full of people who joke often and argue sometimes. Relatives come unannounced, the phone rings…
Sona Sharma combats climate change. When Sona learns about the climate crisis at school and is very worried that no one is doing enough to combat it, she takes up…
More funny, clever trickster tales from India. Prince Veera’s great-uncle, Raja Apoorva, invites the prince and his best friend, Suku, to the summer festival in Peetalpur, where they participate in…
Sona Sharma, who lives in India, learns all about school elections, the ups and downs of best friends, and how to choose what matters most in life.Warmly loving and…
