Best 10+ Ramayana Storytelling Books for Children

September 20, 2024 Mitali k

As Dussehra approaches, it’s the perfect time to introduce children to the epic tales of the Ramayana. This ancient text, filled with adventure, moral lessons, and vibrant characters, can inspire young minds and instill values like bravery, loyalty, and righteousness.

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To celebrate this festive season, we’ve curated a list of over Top 10+ Ramayana books for Kid

1. Ramayana for Children by Om Books

This beautifully illustrated book simplifies the complex tales of the Ramayana, making it perfect for young readers. With engaging storytelling and colorful visuals, it captures the essence of Rama’s journey.

2. Ramayana Stories by Om Books

Another gem from Om Books, this collection features a variety of stories from the Ramayana. The narratives are presented in an engaging manner, keeping children intrigued while they learn about virtues and values.

3. Ramayana for Kids by Rita Gandhi

Rita Gandhi presents the Ramayana in a child-friendly format, emphasizing the moral lessons inherent in each story. This book is ideal for parents looking to instill values through captivating tales.

4. Amma, Tell Me About Ramayana! by Bhakti Mathur

In this delightful book, Bhakti Mathur weaves the epic tale in a conversational style, making it relatable for children. The vibrant illustrations add a lively touch, making it a fun read.

5. Junior Kumbhakarna by Arundhati Venkatesh, Illustrator by Shreya Sen

This unique perspective on Kumbhakarna’s story highlights the fun and mischief of the character. With engaging illustrations, it’s a great way to introduce kids to the complexities of the Ramayana.

6. The Adventures of Rama by Milo Cleveland Beach

Milo Cleveland Beach takes young readers on an adventurous journey with Rama. This book is packed with excitement, action, and moral lessons that resonate well with children.

7. Hanuman’s Ramayana by Devdutt Pattanik

Devdutt Pattanaik brings a fresh perspective to the Ramayana through Hanuman’s eyes. This engaging retelling emphasizes devotion, courage, and loyalty, making it a must-read for children.

8. The Ramayana in Pictures by Mala Dayal

For visual learners, this book is perfect. Mala Dayal’s stunning illustrations accompanied by concise narratives make the Ramayana accessible and enjoyable for younger audiences.

9. The Children’s Ramayana by Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury , Illustrator by Priyankar Gupta

This rendition captures the essence of the epic while being suitable for children. The vibrant illustrations paired with clear storytelling ensure that kids stay engaged from start to finish.

10. Rama Fights Tataka by Aparna Nambiar

This exciting tale focuses on Rama’s first battle against the demoness Tataka. With engaging language and vivid illustrations, it introduces children to action-packed moments in the Ramayana.

11. The Girl Who Chose: A New Way of Narrating the Ramayana by Devdutt Pattanaik

In this innovative retelling, Pattanaik presents the Ramayana through the lens of its female characters. This fresh perspective encourages discussions on choices, strength, and resilience.

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As families come together to celebrate Dussehra, sharing stories from the Ramayana can enrich the experience. These books not only entertain but also impart valuable lessons that resonate with the festival’s themes of good triumphing over evil. By introducing children to these classic tales, we can help them understand their cultural heritage while nurturing their imagination.

Discover the Best 10 Diwali Books for Children in India

September 18, 2024 Mitali k

Diwali, the festival of lights, is a cherished and significant celebration in India. It is a time of joy, family gatherings, and the triumph of good over evil. For children, Diwali is a magical time filled with stories, traditions, and vibrant festivities. Introducing your child to the essence of Diwali through books is a wonderful way to educate them about this rich cultural celebration.

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Here are the Best 10 Diwali Books for Kids: A Festive Reading List

1. “Amma, Tell Me About Diwali!” by Bhakti Mathur

This beautifully illustrated book takes young readers on a journey through the story of Diwali, as told by a mother to her children. It offers a simple and engaging way to understand the festival’s significance.

2. “Let’s Celebrate Diwali” by Anjali Joshi

A captivating story about a little girl named Harini who shares her Diwali experience. It’s a great way for children to learn about the customs and traditions associated with the festival.

3. “Diwali: A Cultural Adventure” by Smita Turakhia

In this book, children embark on an adventure with a diverse group of friends as they celebrate Diwali. It’s a tale of togetherness, diversity, and the joy of the festival.

4. “The Diwali Gift” by Shweta Chopra & Shuchi Mehta

This heartwarming story tells the tale of Naina, a young girl who receives a special Diwali gift from her grandmother. It beautifully conveys the bond between generations and the importance of traditional gifts.

5. “The Best Diwali Ever” by Sonali Shah

This year, Ariana has grand plans to make Diwali an exceptionally memorable celebration. She envisions a festival adorned with delectable sweets, radiant diyas illuminating every corner of the house, resplendent traditional attire, and a dazzling display of magical fireworks that light up the night sky.

6. “Rani Saves Diwali” by Anita Badhwar

Rani, a young girl, discovers the true meaning of Diwali when she finds herself in a predicament. This book teaches valuable lessons about kindness and empathy.

7. “Deena The Diwali Fairy” by Vinita Krishna

In this imaginative tale, the Diwali Fairy brings lights and joy to a small village. It’s a beautifully illustrated book that captures the spirit of the festival.

8. “Diwali Lights” by Rina Singh

This vibrant and rhythmic book takes children on a journey through the Diwali preparations, from decorating homes to lighting lamps and enjoying sweets.

9. “Rama and Sita: The Story of Diwali” by Malachy Doyle

This book is a perfect way to tell kids about Rama and Sita and the Diwali story. It’s filled with colorful pictures that little ones will enjoy looking at.

10. “Little First Sticker Book Diwali” by Holly Bathie

Kids may not do a lot of reading with this book, but they will definitely enjoy using stickers to create scenes like baking treats and hanging lanterns. It’s all about having fun with art and creativity.

As Diwali approaches, sharing these 10 wonderful children’s books with your young ones can help them gain a deeper understanding of this beautiful festival and the rich culture it represents. Each book offers a unique perspective on Diwali, making it a magical and enlightening experience for your children. Let the stories of Diwali kindle their imaginations and broaden their cultural horizons.

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Paris 2024 Paralympics: Indian Athletes Spectacular Performance

September 5, 2024 Mitali k

The Paris 2024 Paralympics have been a groundbreaking event for India, with a record 84 para-athletes representing the country across 12 disciplines. India has already surpassed its previous medal tally, making this its most successful Paralympics in history.

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The Indian contingent at the Paris 2024 Paralympics has made the country proud with its exceptional performances. These athletes are an inspiration to millions, demonstrating that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible. Congratulations to all the medal winners!

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Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: List of Indian Athletes Participating

August 30, 2024 Mitali k

In a groundbreaking moment for Indian sports, the country has announced its largest-ever contingent for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, scheduled to take place from August 28 to September 8. A staggering 84 athletes will represent India, surpassing the previous record of 54 athletes sent to the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.

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List of the Indian athletes participating in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games:

Number	Athlete	Sport	Event	Category
1	Harvinder Singh	Para Archery	Men’s individual recurve open, Mixed team recurve open	ST
2	Rakesh Kumar	Para Archery	Men’s individual compound open, Mixed team compound open	W2
3	Shyam Sundar Swami	Para Archery	Men’s individual compound open, Mixed team compound open	ST
4	Pooja	Para Archery	Women’s individual recurve open, Mixed team recurve open	ST
5	Sarita	Para Archery	Women’s individual compound open, Mixed team compound open	W2
6	Sheetal Devi	Para Archery	Women’s individual compound open, Mixed team compound open	ST
7	Deepthi Jeevanji	Para Athletics	Women’s 400m	T20
8	Sumit Antil	Para Athletics	Men’s javelin throw	F64
9	Sandeep	Para Athletics	Men’s javelin throw	F64
10	Ajeet Singh	Para Athletics	Men’s javelin throw	F46
11	Rinku	Para Athletics	Men’s javelin throw	F46
12	Navdeep	Para Athletics	Men’s javelin throw	F41
13	Yogesh Kathuniya	Para Athletics	Men’s discus throw	F56
14	Dharambir	Para Athletics	Men’s club throw	F51
15	Nishad Kumar	Para Athletics	Men’s high jump	T47
16	Mariyappan Thangavelu	Para Athletics	Men’s high jump	T63
17	Sachin Sarjerao Khilari	Para Athletics	Men’s shot put	F46
18	Preethi Pal	Para Athletics	Women’s 100m, 200m	T35
19	Bhagyashri Jadhav	Para Athletics	Women’s shot put	F34
20	Manu	Para Athletics	Men’s shot put	F37
21	Parveen Kumar	Para Athletics	Men’s javelin throw	F57
22	Ram Pal	Para Athletics	Men’s high jump	T47
23	Ravi Rongali	Para Athletics	Men’s shot put	F40
24	Sandip Sargar	Para Athletics	Men’s javelin throw	F64
25	Sundar Singh Gurjar	Para Athletics	Men’s javelin throw	F46
26	Shailesh Kumar	Para Athletics	Men’s high jump	T63
27	Sharad Kumar	Para Athletics	Men’s high jump	T63
28	Mohd. Yasser	Para Athletics	Men’s shot put	F46
29	Rohit Kumar	Para Athletics	Men’s shot put	F46
30	Pranav Soorma	Para Athletics	Men’s club throw	F51
31	Amit Kumar	Para Athletics	Men’s club throw	F51
32	Arvind	Para Athletics	Men’s shot put	F35
33	Dipesh Kumar	Para Athletics	Men’s javelin throw	F54
34	Praveen Kumar	Para Athletics	Men’s high jump	T64
35	Dilip Gavit	Para Athletics	Men’s 400m	T47
36	Soman Rana	Para Athletics	Men’s shot put	F57
37	Hokato Sema	Para Athletics	Men’s shot put	F57
38	Sakshi Kasana	Para Athletics	Women’s discus throw	F55
39	Karam Jyoti	Para Athletics	Women’s discus throw	F55
40	Rakshitha Raju	Para Athletics	Women’s 1500m	T11
41	Amisha Rawat	Para Athletics	Women’s shot put	F46
42	Bhavanaben Chaudhary	Para Athletics	Women’s javelin throw	F46
43	Simran	Para Athletics	Women’s 100m, 200m	T12
44	Kanchan Lakhani	Para Athletics	Women’s discus throw	F53
45	Manoj Sarkar	Para Badminton	Men’s singles	SL3
46	Nitesh Kumar	Para Badminton	Men’s singles, Mixed doubles	SL3
47	Krishna Nagar	Para Badminton	Men’s singles	SH6
48	Sivarajan Solaimalai	Para Badminton	Men’s singles, Mixed doubles	SH6
49	Suhas Yathiraj	Para Badminton	Men’s singles, Mixed doubles	SL4
50	Sukant Kadam	Para Badminton	Men’s singles	SL4
51	Tarun	Para Badminton	Men’s singles	SL4
52	Manasi Joshi	Para Badminton	Women’s singles	SL3
53	Mandeep Kaur	Para Badminton	Women’s singles	SL3
54	Palak Kohli	Para Badminton	Women’s singles, Mixed doubles	SL4
55	Manisha Ramadass	Para Badminton	Women’s singles	SU5
56	Thulasimathi Murugesan	Para Badminton	Women’s singles, Mixed doubles	SU5
57	Nithya Sre Sivan	Para Badminton	Women’s singles, Mixed doubles	SH6
58	Prachi Yadav	Para Canoe	Women’s Va’a single 200m	VL2
59	Yash Kumar	Para Canoe	Men’s Kayak Single 200m	KL1
60	Pooja Ojha	Para Canoe	Women’s Kayak Single 200m	KL1
61	Arshad Shaik	Para Cycling	Men’s C2 Road Time Trial, C1-3 Road Race, C1-3 1000m Track Time Trial, C2 3000m Track Pursuit	C2
62	Jyoti Gaderiya	Para Cycling	Women’s C1-3 Road Time Trial, C1-3 Road Race, C1-3 500m Track Time Trial, C1-3 3000m Track Pursuit	C2
63	Kapil Parmar	Blind Judo	Men’s 60kg	J1
64	Kokila	Blind Judo	Women’s 48kg	J2
65	Parmjeet Kumar	Para Powerlifting	Men’s up to 49kg
66	Ashok	Para Powerlifting	Men’s up to 65kg
67	Sakina Khatun	Para Powerlifting	Women’s up to 45kg
68	Kasthuri Rajamani	Para Powerlifting	Women’s up to 67kg
69	Anita	Para Rowing	Mixed double sculls	PR3
70	Narayana K	Para Rowing	Mixed double sculls	PR3
71	Amir Ahmad Bhat	Para Shooting	P3 – Mixed 25m pistol	SH1
72	Avani Lekhara	Para Shooting	R2 – Women’s 10m air rifle standing, R3 – Mixed 10m air rifle prone, R8 – Women’s 50m rifle 3 positions	SH1
73	Mona Agarwal	Para Shooting	R2 – Women’s 10m air rifle standing, R6 – Mixed 50m rifle prone, R8 – Women’s 50m rifle 3 positions	SH1
74	Nihal Singh	Para Shooting	P3 – Mixed 25m pistol, P4 – Mixed 50m pistol	SH1
75	Manish Narwal	Para Shooting	P1 – Men’s 10m air pistol	SH1
76	Rudransh Khandelwal	Para Shooting	P1 – Men’s 10m air pistol, P4 – Mixed 50m pistol	SH1
77	Sidhartha Babu	Para Shooting	R3 – Mixed 10m air rifle prone, R6 – Mixed 50m rifle prone	SH1
78	Sriharsha Ramakrishna	Para Shooting	R4 – Mixed 10m air rifle standing, R5 – Mixed 10m air rifle prone	SH2
79	Mahavir Unhalkar	Para Shooting	R1 – Men’s 10m air rifle standing	SH1
80	Rubina Francis	Para Shooting	P2 – Women’s 10m air pistol	SH1
81	Suyash Jadhav	Para Swimming	Men’s 50m butterfly	S7
82	Sonalben Patel	Para Table Tennis	Women’s singles – WS3, Women’s doubles – WD10	3
83	Bhavinaben Patel	Para Table Tennis	Women’s singles – WS4, Women’s doubles – WD10	4
84	Aruna	Para Taekwondo	Women 47kg	K44

The Indian Paralympic contingent’s historic size and scope are a promising sign for the country’s growing presence in the international sports arena. As these talented athletes prepare to take the stage in Paris, we can’t help but feel a sense of pride and excitement for what’s to come.

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Understanding The Significance of the Olympic Symbol

July 3, 2024 Mitali k

The Olympic symbol is commonly known throughout the world as the Olympic rings. In 1913, Pierre de Coubertin, the inventor of the modern day Olympics, designed the Olympic symbol – the Olympic rings.

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“These five rings represent the five parts of the world now won over to the cause of olympism and ready to accept its fecund rivalries. What is more, the six colours thus combined reproduce those of all nations without exception” – Pierre de Coubertin, Founder of the Olympic Movement and the designer of the symbol.

The five interlocking rings coloured blue, red, black, green, and yellow on a white background represent the five continents united by the Olympics. Each colour represents the colours present in every nation’s flag. No ring colour represents a particular continent. Additionally, the five interlaced rings must be of equal dimensions, representing the idea that all continents are equal at the Games.

The Olympic rings have been used in every summer and winter Games since 1920 and have remained relatively unchanged since.

The Olympic flag was created for the Olympic Jubilee Congress in 1914 in Paris, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Olympic celebration.

International Olympic Day is celebrated on June 23 and celebrates the spirit of athleticism and promotes the Olympic values of friendship, respect, and excellence.

This day also commemorates the birth of the modern Olympic Games and encourages people worldwide to embrace the joy of sports and physical activity.

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