Chitra Soundar Bücher

Bauer Falgu hat seinen Karren mit Gemüse, Kräutern und Eiern beladen, doch auf dem Weg zum Markt gehen einige Eier kaputt. Er fragt sich, ob er die Enteneier heil ankommen lässt und was er mit den beschädigten Eiern tun kann. Die Kamishibai-Bildtafeln kommen in einem stabilen Pappkoffer.

The storybook captures the vibrant essence of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, highlighting its rich traditions and joyous celebrations. Readers are invited to experience the warmth of family gatherings, the beauty of lanterns, and the delicious treats that accompany this festive time. With lyrical rhymes by Chitra Soundar and vibrant illustrations by Amberin Huq, the book immerses readers in the music, sweets, and colorful decorations that define this special occasion, making it an ideal gift for celebrating one of the world's most significant holidays.

Book Band: White (Ideal for ages 6+) 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 the jungle and all the other animals are sleeping. So she throws a guava at Porcupine's tree to wake him up and SPLAT! THUD! BUMP! Little Tiger gets woken up too! And Little Tiger is rather hungry... This funny story set in the Indian jungle from storyteller Chitra Soundar is perfect for children who are learning to read by themselves and for Key Stage 1. It features illustrations from Hannah Marks and appealing characters young readers will find hard to resist. _______________ Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com. 'Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.' - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher

Pirouette your way into the Shimmer & Shine dance studio, where the ballet besties are ready to put on a show!When Yara joins Shimmer & Shine, a community dance school, she meets lots of other children her age, who are there to either start their training or just for the fun of it.

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 introduces some less mentioned celebrations from around the world to children, among those that are well known and bring good memories.

Set in a vibrant kingdom, young Prince Veera and his clever friend Suku embark on adventures to outsmart the kingdom's most cunning and greedy subjects. Inspired by traditional Indian folktales, this collection features eight original tales that highlight their ingenuity and friendship. Accompanied by illustrations, these stories celebrate cleverness and resourcefulness in the face of challenges.

The story explores Sona's journey as she decides to run for class leader, motivated initially by the desire to prevent a boastful classmate from winning. However, her friendship with Joy becomes strained when Joy also enters the race. As Sona navigates her ambitions and the complexities of leadership, she learns valuable lessons about collaboration and the essence of true leadership. The book also introduces readers to election concepts and includes a glossary of Indian words, enriching the cultural context of the narrative.

Early readers from all backgrounds will love these four lively stories about two young brothers in a British Asian family

The narrative follows two siblings as they celebrate Holi, the vibrant Hindu Festival of Colours, marking the arrival of spring. Readers are immersed in the festivities, including baking gujiya dumplings, enjoying bonfires, and the joyous tradition of throwing colored powders. The book captures the essence of family and friendship during this special time, highlighting themes of love and the triumph of good over evil. With Chitra Soundar's lyrical rhymes paired with Amberin Huq's vivid illustrations, it serves as a delightful introduction to this colorful celebration.

Book Band: Gold (Ideal for ages 6+) 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 he turns up with a terrible cold, the genie can't hear any of Manju's wishes properly and his magic is even more strange than usual. Can Manju help him sort out the muddle? The characters from Manju's Magic Wishes return in this quirky comedy from Chitra Soundar, perfect for Key Stage 1 (KS1) children who are learning to read by themselves. It features illustrations from Verónica Montoya and hilarious mishaps that children will love. _______________ Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com. 'Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader.' - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher