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The BEST Indian Children’s Books of 2019
Not sure what to choose next for story-time? Here are our picks for 2019's Best Indian Children's Books
‘Flying with Grandpa’ – fREADom Children’s Book Reviews
Xerxes wants to grow up to be like his grandfather who he calls Mamavaji. But his mother Sonji wants him to be like JRD Tata! What should Xerxes do?
The Clever Tailor – fREADom Children’s Book Reviews
A tale of creativity and innovation, The Clever Tailor is an imaginative retelling of a Jewish folk song.
‘When Jiya Met Urmila’ – fREADom Children’s Book Reviews
When Jiya Met Urmila highlights socio-economic class inequality and prejudice, without making it the central plot.
The Tale of Babban Hajjam – fREADom Children’s Book Reviews
The Tale of Babban Hajjam is set in the Kingdom of Rajatpur, where something strange is going on.…
The Adventures of Tootsie Lama – fREADom Children’s Book Reviews
Gently laced with reality, The Adventures of Tootsie Lama tackles heavy topics of loss and hardships with a lot of spunk.
‘Ammuchi Puchi’ – fREADom Children’s Book Reviews
Read our review of Ammuchi Puchi by Sharanya Manivanna & Nerina Canzi, published by Lantana. The book has been shortlisted for the Neev Book Awards, 2019.
‘Sadiq Wants to Stitch’ – fREADom Children’s Book Reviews
The Itch to Stitch Sadiq Wants to Stitch is a story of a young boy who grows up…
‘I Need to Pee’ – fREADom Children’s Book Reviews
I Need to Pee tackles issues like public toilets and toilet hygiene. An eye opening story that introduces children to good toilet etiquette.
The Adventures of Mooli and The Bully on Wheels- fREADom Children’s Book Review
Friendship duos are a much loved dynamic in children’s literature, especially the camaraderie between pairs having opposing personalities.…