#marathigoshti #balbharti Aappa, a school peon, pennes down his emotions for standard 10 students, from the school he is working for. This is the chapter from the textbook Marathi Kumarbharti class 10. Written by Arvind Jagtap Narrated by Asawari Doshi Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Story's Video : ⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/TLyKf_8Duig⁠⁠⁠ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479⁠⁠⁠ Google Podcast : ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo⁠⁠⁠ Watch Videos: YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.booksthatspeak.com/⁠⁠⁠ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

#hindikahaniyan #balbharti #hindistories There is a natural tendency of every human being - total try to grab attention from other. In this chapter ( a humorous satire ) from the textbook Hindi Balbharti class 8, person is trying to steal peoples' attention by falling sick. Brilliantly written by Latif Ghonghi Narrated by Asawari Doshi Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Story's Video : ⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/1Q56Pp0DwtM⁠⁠⁠ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479⁠⁠⁠ Google Podcast : ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo⁠⁠⁠ Watch Videos: YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.booksthatspeak.com/⁠⁠⁠ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Grandma, in this chapter from the textbook Marathi Kumarbharti class 10, is the Preserver of the house. She is the Man of the house! Written by Mahendra Kadam Narrated by Asawari Doshi Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Story's Video : ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/wPgSEkx3vmo⁠⁠ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479⁠⁠ Google Podcast : ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo⁠⁠ Watch Videos: YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠http://www.booksthatspeak.com/⁠⁠ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

The song which depicts patriotism and solidarity towards the country, our motherland.. Written by renowned Poet late Shri Mangesh Padgaonkar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Story's Video : ⁠https://youtu.be/2-esd7XpeC8⁠ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479⁠ Google Podcast : ⁠http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo⁠ Watch Videos: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak⁠ Website: ⁠http://www.booksthatspeak.com/⁠ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Hasina and her family live happily in their rainy village. Until one day the tides turn, and Amma and young Hasina are swept away by fear. They join a river of escaping people. They become refugees in a new country, away from everything that is familiar. A story that explores the meaning of home. Original story Home by Pratham Books, Written by Fausto Aarya De Santis, Illustrated by Ogin Nayam, Translated by Mukund Taksale Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/6mF9flMPtoo Source: घर on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Muthulakshmi P. is growing very tall. Nobody can tell how tall she will be when she is all grown up. But what if her height doubled? And doubled over and over again? Original story Twice as Tall by Pratham Books, Written by Rakesh Khanna, Illustrated by Jemma Jose, Translated by Manohar Notani Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/4xfw_pOyxbo Source: दोगुनी लम्बी on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Dida has a forgetting illness. She almost went to the grocery store wearing just one sandal, instead of both, and she forgot the numbers between three and ten. What will Dida forget next? A tender story of memory told by a young girl about her grandmother. Original story Forgetful Dida by Pratham Books, Written by Himanjali Sankar, Illustrated by Aditi Anand, Translated by Sandhya Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/VeDzbQpDKQo Source: नानी भूल गई on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Articles/Videos about Kali by Aparna Karthikeyan: 1. https://ruralindiaonline.org/en/articles/kali-introduces-pari/  2. https://ruralindiaonline.org/en/articles/kali-the-dancer-and-his-dreams-1/ All Kali wanted to do was dance. But how could he? After all, in his village, boys did not dance, especially not Bharatanatyam. A story about dreams and aspirations and believing in them. Original story Kali Wants to Dance by Pratham Books, Written by Aparna Karthikeyan, Illustrated by Somesh Kumar, Translated by Jui Kulkarni Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/O8stMTZmsfw Source: कालीला नृत्य करायचं आहे on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Drama.. Theatre.. Audience.. Village.. It is the atmosphere to experience! This is a tale of drama performed in village and the fun & laughter riot during that, due to the "over-involvement" of son-in-law into the storyline of that drama. Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/jHq085oBQjs Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Many people we meet during different phases of our life. Some of the people leave fading impact on us, but some of the people leave a deep positive impact. Here comes Jhoolan Mama who spends time with neighbourhood children, give them practical - educational science experience. Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/R5D1j4IQ9jo Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Poem - it is like a story unfolded in rhythm. Enjoy two short poems. Poem 1 - Vasudev Poem 2 - Angat Pangat by Kamla Pawar Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune and Kishor magazine. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/2w4aEA7UGuk Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Mira is leaving for boarding school tomorrow. Arav will miss his older sister who is so much fun to be around. Can he make her some memories to take along? Original story Come Back Soon, Mira by Pratham Books, Written by Chatura Rao, Illustrated by Saumya Oberoi, Translated by Ashlesha Gore Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/tsA1QQlGyJU Source: लवकर परत ये हं मीरा! on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Child Psychology and a mother's affection towards her child - this is what this story will depict. Author: Mamata Kalia Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/umcyEne2ueo Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

When the tank in Ranj’s village dries up, she sets out on a mission to find the missing water. Join Detective Ranj on the case. Original story The Case of the Missing Water by Pratham Books, Written by Shalini Srinivasan, Illustrated by Upamanyu Bhattacharyya, Translated by Pooja Bahanwal Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/c_h6OOemkd8 Source: लापता पानी का मामला on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

'Hanji Naji' Book Details: Publisher: Jugnoo Prakashan, an imprint of Ektara Trust Book Recommendation is narrated by Asawari Doshi Sources to buy this book: 'Hanji Naji' on Ektara India 'Hanji Naji' on Amazon 'Hanji Naji' on Rekhta Books Story's Video : https://youtu.be/AlLn5Fwg8R0 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Sahyadri lost her umbrella at school, again. Amma is going to be very angry. Luckily for Sahyadri, Achchachi is going to help her make a new umbrella. A story that introduces the concept of pie charts. Written by Aithihya Ashok Kumar, Illustrated by Aithihya Ashok Kumar, Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/Lc2j5Lz_1pw Source: Achchachi's Bagbrella on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2 Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

"Music is no less than worship for me" - by legendary Singer Mukesh. He used to sing in a manner that can bring tears to eyes and impact every heart. Let’s remember Mukesh as a humane singer who poured his heart out whenever he sang. Here, in this story, we get to see humanitarian side of singer Mukesh. Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/YSeevdl9AGY Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Noorain is on a mission to learn cycling so that she can win a race against her best friend Wasim. But Noorain’s Mission Cycle gets complicated as conflict escalates in her city. Original story Mission Cycle by Pratham Books, Written by Rohini Mohan, Illustrated by Jayesh Sivan, Translated by Pooja Bahanwal Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/b3JLCZvigEo Source: मिशन साइकिल on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Four friends plant mango saplings on their first day in kindergarten. When they complete Class 4, the trees have borne hundreds of fruits. What do they do with it? Count them, and distribute them using arithmetic! Original story Many Mangoes to Share by Pratham Books, Written by Ramya Pai, Illustrated by Meghna Menon, Translated by RUKHSAAR ALAM Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/AqiqpcT2v6o Source: आम का बँटवारा on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Mummy has lost her glasses again! It’s up to Nimu and Mirchi to find them. But what else will they find on the way? Original story Mummy's Glasses by Pratham Books, Written by Tanu Shree Singh , Illustrated by Jemma Jose, Translated by Bishakha Chakraborty Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/qoMcdP-1rdY Source: मम्मी का चश्मा on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Uma never eats her breakfast. Instead, she just plays with it. Can anything be done to stop her from playing with her food? Original story Uma Versus Upma by Pratham Books, Written by Meera Ganapathi, Illustrated by Renuka Rajiv, Translated by Manohar Notani Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/fmW_lRehk7Q Source: उमा और उपमा on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Tiger loves baking. Every day he bakes many delicious treats, but none of the other animals in the forest want to buy from him. One day, Tiger decides to investigate. Original story in Vietnami language by Room to Read, Written by Nguyễn Trần Thiên Lộc, Illustrated by Lê Thị Anh Thư, Translated by Sandhya Taksale Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/F8cf19hd3qE Source: वाघ आणि केक on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Who makes the story interesting? Author who writes the story, Drawing artist that is called as an Illustrator ? We are going to know more about a very talented, versatile artist - Rajiv Eipe. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/H6ExsDniUcU Music Credit: Streets Of Punjab - Hanu Dixit - Youtube Audio Library The Trapezist - Quincas Moreira - Youtube Audio Library Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Simran, Jeet and Veer go to Manjit Paaji’s sweet shop to buy their favourite goodies. Watch Manjit Paaji weigh the treats and find out how much each of them buys at the shop. Original story Sweet Sunday by Pratham Books, Written by Geetha Rao, Illustrated by Sanika Phawde, Translated by Veena Sharma Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/ZlfF0I5H_Bo Source: छुट्टियों की पहली दावत on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

There’s only one thing Damayanti likes more than snacking: being a detective. With her Trusty Never Dusty 3-in-1 Dabba by her side, Damayanti is on the case again. Where could Appa’s handkerchief, Paati’s hairpin and her left sock have gone? Original story Damayanti the Detective by Pratham Books, Written by Niveditha Subramaniam, Illustrated by Niveditha Subramaniam, Translated by Ashlesha Gore Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/UIG9DjsiD-8 Source: गुप्तहेर दमयंती on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Did Apu’s singing cause the earth to tremble and shake? Or was it an earthquake? Find out more in this humorous and fascinating story about earthquakes. Original story Apu's Giant Earthquake by Pratham Books, Written by Sudeshna Shome Ghosh, Illustrated by Aindri C, Translated by Rishi Mathur Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/DZbzq6Oyl4A Source: धमाल का भूचाल on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Earth is home. But the wonderful world we love is altered because of the climate crisis. Children across India share their feelings about climate change and how it is impacting their immediate surroundings and lives. Interpreted by fourteen illustrators, these powerful messages are a reminder to listen to the voices of the young. Original story We Hope: Children on Climate Change by Pratham Books Written by Abhiraj, Abhivakti Mishra, Atharva Raut, Ayush Jadhav, Bethany, Dilip Mashya, Lakshika Soni, Mahesh Nayak, Mehran Shafi, Pooja Bhadoria, Poorna Nama, Radha Rangarajan, Ronak Kumar, Sathvik, Shabnam Biswas and Yash Rajendra Dole Illustrated by Arati Kumar-Rao, Archana Sreenivasan, Bao, Canato Jimo, David Yambem, Karunya Baskar, Ogin Nayam, Prabha Mallya, Priya Kuriyan, Rohan Dahotre, Studio Babakiki, Sudarshan Shaw and kanak shashi Translated by Rajesh Khar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/54hJc_jJ1jw Source: हमारी आशा : जलवायु परिवर्तन पर बच्चे on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Potter (कुंभार) makes different artifacts for us. Let's enjoy the pottery variety. Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/lVh4oVZc0xs Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Nothing seemed right in the Kabini forest — the monsoon hadn’t come and the human tourists in their safari jeeps seemed to have disappeared as well. The animals of Kabini get together to begin their own safari. A fun story, from a unique perspective, about the far-reaching impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Original story The Great Rifasa by Pratham Books, Written by Rohini Nilekani, Illustrated by Sangeetha Kadur, Translated by Pankaj Chaturvedi Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/5Upbkzqo7eg Source: द ग्रेट रिफ़ासा on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Queen is unable to enjoy a sound sleep. What can King do now about this? Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/YMDWf2XqdcY Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Read the story to know the history and detail of some special spices of India. Written by Faiyaz Ahmed, Illustrated by Partho Sengupta, Published By Pratham Education Foundation Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/F4mi-cUPClY Source: खाने की जान on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Jadav has the best job in the world: he makes forests! How does he do it? Read this book to find out! To know more about Jadav Payeng "Forest Man" : https://rain-mag.com/lessons-from-jadav-payeng-the-man-who-planted-a-forest-by-hand/ Original story Jadav and the Tree-Place by Pratham Books, Written by Vinayak Varma, Illustrated by Vinayak Varma, Translated by Madhu B. Joshi Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/SbaZ--urLvY Source: जादव का जंगल on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Banko discovers the beauty of coins when he sees his grandmother’s collection. Join Banko to find out the images that can be spotted on Indian coins. Original story Once upon a Coin by Pratham Books, Written by Mala Kumar, Illustrated by Tanvi Bhat, Translated by Atish Kulkarni Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/c16vGNh-fkg Source: गोष्ट एका नाण्याची on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Let's get to know about versatile Author, Illustrator, Singer Madhuri Purandare who has done a tremendous job in Children's Literature. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/Kb3_n3ulHOk Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

After narrowly escaping arrows, rabbit goes in search of the King of the forest to warm him about the attacks. Will he be successful? Written by Kavita Singh, Illustrated by Suvidha Mistry, Published By Room to Read Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/2n6BImnfbBo Source: हमला हुआ है! on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

A Cute story between two friends about their home.. Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/e_NO9fHuwqY Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Hot Saturday afternoons are curd rice time. Join Timtim, Minu and Binu at their Dadu’s house for a lunch of yummy podis and pickles. Original story Lunch with Dadu by Pratham Books, Written by Labonie Roy, Illustrated by Labonie Roy, Translated by Sai Keskar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/u0hVUfnhbyk Source: दादूंचे चटकदार जेवण! on Storyweaver Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

This is the story of B. R. Ambedkar, also known as the Father of India’s Constitution. Babasaheb, as he was fondly called, was not only a visionary, an economist and a revolutionary, he was also a lifelong reader. This is the story of his love for learning and how it fuelled his journey. Original story B. R. Ambedkar: A life in books by Pratham Books, Written by Yogesh Maitreya, Illustrated by Nidhin Shobhana, Translated by Rishi Mathur Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/WgyLlUWdYiY Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Funny story between a tiger and a woodcutter and not to miss a smart jackal ! Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/7Ltc8CRCITs Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Hop aboard the spaceship called Mangalyaan. Our destination is Mars. We will fly past the Moon and journey to the other side of the Sun. Let’s go. Original story Mangalyaan: A Journey to Mars by Pratham Books, Written by Nikhil Gulati, Illustrated by Nikhil Gulati, Translated by Rupali Bhave Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: मंगळयान - स्वारी मंगळावरी on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/aQ9Rn-9tYjI Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Every Sunday, Heena watches a group of girls playing football from her window. She wants to join them. But convincing Ammi and Abbu is not going to be easy. Will she be able to join the team? Run, kick and score goals and experience freedom like never before? Written by Neha Singh and Sabah Khan, Illustrated by Alafiya Hasan and pyro draws, Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi For more info about Parcham group: https://www.parchamcollective.org/ Source: गोल ! on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/o-xowlROMCw Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

The magic of calm and composed way of talking. Dr. Abdul Kalam's childhood memory. Illustrated by Timothy GJ Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/OfnqogAqoBU Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Rivers are where raindrops are stored and rivers are a string of clouds. Rivers are where fish breathe and on whose banks, farms flourish. A book in verse about the many meanings of a river. Original story नदी by Pratham Books, Written by Sushil shukla, Illustrated by Roshni Vyam, Translated by Mrinalinee Vanarase Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: नदी on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/WyAHsuQ5ZZ0 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Nobody must find out that Roy is wearing his grandmother’s tinkling anklet. But keeping a secret is harder than Roy imagined and he feels weighed down by guilt. How did Roy get himself into this mess and how will he find a way out? Original story Roy's Noisy Secret by Pratham Books, Written by Yamini Vijayan, Illustrated by Anjali Kamat, Translated by Sandhya Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: रॉय और पायल का रहस्य on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/q3kCTOOXVVQ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Say hello to wonder. Say hello to millipedes, frogs, barbets and everyone under the sun who calls Earth their home. And that includes you. Original story Hello, sun! by Pratham Books, Written by Rajiv Eipe, Illustrated by Rajiv Eipe, Translated by Jui Kulkarni Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: सूर्य आला! on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/D2bqzIZYveA Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Plants grow everywhere — on high mountains, on arid lands, and even under the sea. Explore different types of plants in this book. Written by Ritu Desai, Illustrated by Ekta Bharti, Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: Plants Are Everywhere on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/pM_W55RagqU Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Mai lives in a beautiful colony she designed and built. Prema and Gopi play hide-and-seek and discover different hiding spaces. Original story The World That Mai Built by Pratham Books, Written by Nandita Jayaraj, Illustrated by Ankita Thakur, Translated by Anand Kumar Roy Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: माई की बनाई दुनिया on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/yzpI_keXzlM Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Nalini is excited about going to the museum for the first time and exploring it with her friends. There are so many wonderful things to see! Read this book to find out what Nalini takes back for her little brother Ved, after a day at the museum. Original story A Day at the Museum by Pratham Books, Written by Anu Chowdhury-Sorabjee, Illustrated by Anwar Chitrakar, Translated by Varsha Gajendragadkar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: संग्रहालयातला एक दिवस on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/ao6dHJ9tFQQ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Ghazal loves winter and snow but when spring arrives in the valley of Kashmir, so do colour, music and the sun. A joyous celebration of everything the season of spring, Sonth, evokes. Original story Sonth Is Here by Pratham Books, Written by Ghazal Qadri, Illustrated by Ghazal Qadri, Translated by Mrinalinee Vanarase Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: सोंथ आला रे! on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/tf-XkJWvsOM Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Anvi is fascinated by the space and spends her evenings glued to her new telescope. She wants to find out if aliens exist. One night, when she meets aliens on a different planet, she learns there are planets beyond our Solar System and the Milky Way. Read to find out more about these exoplanets. Written by Ananya Dasgupta, Illustrated by Mandar Mhaskar, Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: The Case of the New Planet on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/NEFIjMgImXY Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

When Alexander Graham Bell first invented the phone, there were only two in the entire town! Now, nearly everyone has a cell phone. Flip through this book and find out how the telephone evolved – from Bell to cell. Original story Telephones - Bell to Cell by Pratham Books, Written by Veena Prasad, Illustrated by Nishith Mehta, Translated by Rishi Mathur Narrated by Asawari Doshi Photos by Himanshu Ranpara, Kuu Akura and William Hook on Unsplash Source: टेलीफ़ोन बेल से सेल तक on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/uzcHohJt0ow Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Aiman tells Dadu that the science of bionics could make it possible for many of our body parts to be replaced by machines. Find out how. Original story Cyborg Dadu by Pratham Books, Written by Lavanya Karthik, Illustrated by Angshuman Dhar and Arindam Dhar, Translated by Rishi Mathur Narrated by Asawari Doshi Bionic Man Photo by Henk Mul on Unsplash. Source: सायबोर्ग दादू on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/75GPS8KuPlA Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Suppamma loves to build things out of recycled waste. But she doesn’t like paying attention in school, or doing homework. Can Suppamma become successful by following her passions? Original story சிரட்டை சுப்பம்மா by Pratham Books, Written by Saalai Selvam, Illustrated by Vibha Surya, Translated by Thirupurasundari Sevvel Narrated by Asawari Doshi Thanks to Roshan Dhimal (Unsplash) for "Green" image. Source: Suppamma Loves to Craft on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/HgCggJ36-2A Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Meenu and Elango are getting a new school! What goes into building one? Let's find out! Original story Building a Building by Pratham Books, Written by Kavitha Punniyamurthi, Illustrated by Mohith Mohan, Translated by Sonali Navangul Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: अशी बनली शाळेची नवी इमारत! on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/3diGelK8mDc Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Would you like to walk a secret trail? This book takes you down one in Hauz Khas in Delhi— through a garden, an old school, a mosque and some tombs. Original story Hauz Khas: A School by the Lake by Pratham Books, Written by Sudeshna Shome Ghosh and Tilottama Shome, Illustrated by Shivam Choudhary, Translated by Pooja Bahanwal Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: हौज़ ख़ास : झील के किनारे एक मदरसा on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/Z47ARyv0hBY Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

What would you do if you had an invisibility cloak? For one, playing hide-and-seek would be great fun. But is anyone making invisibility cloaks? Or do they exist only in science fiction and fantasy stories? Arnav and Tanisha head to the library to find out. Let’s follow them quietly – they can’t see us, we are invisible in their world. Original story Under the Invisibility Cloak by Pratham Books, Written by Varsha Joshi, Illustrated by Radhika Tipnis, Translated by Varsha Joshi Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: अदृश्य करणारा अंगरखा on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/KfcieVr0vW0 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Vira has been looking after Tilli, and now it’s harvest time. Has Tilli grown into a healthy onion? When the time comes, will he be able to let go of Tilli? A heartwarming story about a boy and his onion plant, and how our food is grown. Original story Vira and Tilli by Pratham Books, Written by Meenu Thomas, Illustrated by David Yambem, Translated by Mohammad Wasif Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: वीरा और तिल्ली on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/cyMPOBgjeD4 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Step into the streets and listen to the orchestra that’s made up of so many melodies, as vendors sell string hoppers and kolam powders as well as fish and coffee, while children snack on semiya ice and murukus. Listen carefully. Do you hear that sound? Original story in Tamil by Pratham Books, Written by Veronica Angel, Illustrated by Ashok Rajagopalan, Translated by Sai Keskar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: रस्ता गातोय गाणं ! on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/p_TIbkIucNk Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Little Kesar loved to sing. She never imagined that when she grew up her voice would travel to distant galaxies. Read this book to find out about legendary singer Kesarbai Kerkar’s fascinating musical journey. Original story A Song in Space: Kesarbai Kerkar by Pratham Books, Written by Neha Singh, Illustrated by Shubhshree Mathur, Translated by Neha Singh Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: एक धुन अंतरिक्ष में on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/L7LQLM9CGUA Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Archana is scared of the subway. Her Dadaji helps her confront her fears by turning them into something magical! A play about the wonderful relationship between a grandfather and his granddaughter and the magical power of imagination. Original story I'm Not Scared by Pratham Books, Written by Timira Gupta, Illustrated by Aaryama Somayaji, Translated by Rupali Bhave Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: छे, मी नाही घाबरत! on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/IigNSfw6qzE Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Read this sensitively woven story about two siblings and their community navigating the distress of COVID-19. Written by The Think Equal Team, Illustrated by Shamim Ahmed, Published By Think Equal Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: Rainbows in Windows on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/iGZnllxPfv8 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

There’s something special about every month of the year. Except the month in which I was born. When is your birthday? Do you like your birthday month? Original story A Very Busy Year by Pratham Books, Written by Shabnam Minwalla, Illustrated by Upasana Mehndiratta, Translated by M. A. Sameer Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: साल और उसके महीने on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/wYI32J8yFJc Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

It is a delightful story from brilliant Sudha Murthy - story of a girl named Geeta, who is forgetful in nature. How does it end up in an highly embarrassing and learning experience for Geeta. A fun loving story which Damu narrates to all seven kids while walking down to market in scorching heat.  Original story Five Spoons of Salt, Written by Sudha Murthy Thanks to Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production Curriculum Research, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video : https://youtu.be/E2I2o9j5Aik Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

A tiger researcher is out looking for tiger hair and poop as part of his study. He finds plenty of signs of the tiger, but where is the big cat? After all, there are so many ways to see a tiger without seeing a tiger. Original story Tiger, Tiger, Where Are You? by Pratham Books, Written by Mujahid Khan, Illustrated by Manjari Chakravarti, Translated by Rupali Bhave Narrated by Asawari Doshi https://indiaalliance.org/news/tiger_inbreeding_research_uma_ramakrishnan Source: वाघोबा वाघोबा गेलात कुठे? on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/WV-5NF7162o Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com Episode segments Edit audio

Adil has a full hour to get ready and walk to school. But he is late every day! Where is he losing time? His friend Paro decides to help him account for every minute of the hour. Original story Every Minute Counts by Pratham Books, Written by Shabnam Minwalla and Shabnam Minwalla, Illustrated by Shaheen Sheriff, Translated by Abhilasha Saksena Narrated by Asawari Doshi Hindi poem - Sushil Shukla Source: एक-एक मिनट का हिसाब on StoryWeaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/EaWUucSCz9s Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com Episode segments

Nanammal and Kamalathal love to travel. In fact, they are birdwatching along the Kerala backwaters now. Can they spot the willow warbler? Explore different modes of transport with the two friends. Original story Nanammal and Kamalathal Travel by Sea by Pratham Books, Written by Menaka Raman, Illustrated by Sushant Ahire, Translated by Neeta Kulkarni Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: नानम्माल आणि कमलतलचा समुद्रप्रवास on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/9yjt7fX45OQ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Aarav is helping his mother put away the groceries. Will the eggs fit in the tray? Which is the right jar for the rice? How many carrots can he put in one bag? A story about mathematical thinking in our everyday lives. Original story Where Do the Groceries Go? by Pratham Books, Written by Aayushi Sanghrajka, Illustrated by Aayushi Sanghrajka, Translated by Ruchi Sharma Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: रसोई का सामान कहाँ जाएगा? on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/GuV0anHOmFg Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Goplu is excited to ride on the train with Thammi, who has lots of friends and a smile for every one. Maybe today Goplu can make a friend too. Original story Goplu's Train Ride by Pratham Books, Written by Timira Gupta, Illustrated by Parmita Mukherjee, Translated by Rupali Bhave Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: गोपलूची रेल्वे सफर on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/zMsOgVdBGFE Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Story time! Paati is here for the summer and Suvi wants to make the most of it. As her grandma starts describing the Pushpaka Vimana, Suvi wonders if it’s like a driverless car, which drives you safely to any destination you name. Buckle up, enjoy the ride! Original story Who Drives the Driverless Car? by Pratham Books, Written by Vidya Pradhan, Illustrated by George Supreeth, Translated by Pamala Desai Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: ડ્રાઈવર વિનાની મોટરગાડી on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/8xLYV7QWT_4 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Arun and Arunachalam are stuck inside a mysterious old palace. The only way they can get out is by building an electronic circuit. But how will they do it? Original story Arun in Ruins by Pratham Books, Written by C G Salamander, Illustrated by Sahitya Rani, Translated by Atish Kulkarni Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: पडक्या महालात अडकला अरुण on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/B6u4zhtVsAg Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Are women considered lesser than men? Read this story to realise why it is problematic to think so. Written by Manisha Chaudhry, Illustrated by Suvidha Mistry, Published By Pratham Education Foundation Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: सबसे ज़रुरी काम on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/CdYbw5JgUfE Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

It’s raining and there’s not much one can do outdoors. Come and listen to Aaji’s story about the Kolis, the original inhabitants of Bombay, their favourite fish Bombay Duck and the city’s magnificent docks. Original story Bombay Ducks, Bombay Docks by Pratham Books, Written by Fleur D'Souza, Illustrated by Kripa B, Translated by Sai Keskar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: मुंबईची कहाणी बंदर, बोंबील आणि जहाजबांधणी on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/U0Yv7w64KzE Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Home is the sights, the sounds, the smells and the touch of every room. In this book, Moromi remembers her home that was displaced by a flood. Original story When We Are Home by Pratham Books, Written by Priyadarshini Gogoi, Illustrated by Pankaj Saikia, Translated by Parul Batra Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: घर की याद on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/txsK5B71IGk Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Chinnasura and Cheekasura spot a stray goat. Both want it. The only way out is to have a neer-more drinking contest. Learn fractions and decimals while the asuras drink up. Original story Who Got the Goat? by Pratham Books, Written by Aparna Athreya, Illustrated by Shreya Sen, Translated by Jui Kulkarni Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: बोकड कुणाला मिळाला? on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/78nzPxsnrUs Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Have you ever seen that sometimes the sun disappears and it looks like night. This is because of Solar Eclipse. Now let us read the following information about this natural beauty Written by Pratham Content Group, Illustrated by Mitrarun Halder, Published By Pratham Education Foundation Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: सूर्य ग्रहण on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/XH2b6Fhn6-A Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Nanammal and Kamalathal love to travel. They need to catch a train to get to Goa. Explore different modes of transport with the two friends and find out if they make it in time to the station. Original story Nanammal and Kamalathal Travel by Road by Pratham Books, Written by Menaka Raman, Illustrated by Sushant Ahire, Translated by Rajesh Khar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: नाणम्माल और कमलाताल की सड़क यात्रा on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/PBpUfYEP_Bs Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Avi loves cooking day, and helping everyone in the family. Join in as Avi explores the kitchen in this book about noticing and recognising patterns. Original story Chop Chop Sizzle by Pratham Books, Written by Sanjana Kapur, Illustrated by Debasmita Dasgupta, Translated by kavita kushawaha Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: रसोईघर में पैटर्न on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/s2_Laf9bIX4 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

How was the Shahenshahi Tunnel built? To know its secret, you have to read this story! Written by Ishtiaq Ahmad, Illustrated by Neerad, Published By Pratham Education Foundation Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: शहंशाही सुरंग on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/nT_ItlBo4qI Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

It is Priya Bua’s baby’s first birthday and Tara watches as each person asks Dada for coffee, tea and other things. Tara finds a smart way to help him. Original story What Would You Like to Drink? by Pratham Books, Written by Anand Janardhan, Illustrated by Ayesha Punjabi, Translated by Dr Amardeep Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: आप क्या पिएँगे? on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/rgK4ZzpvPnE Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

You must have seen kolams on doorsteps at home and even in school, but have you ever seen a kolam in the sky? Read on to find out how Susheela made that! Original story Susheela's Kolams by Pratham Books, Written by Sridala Swami, Illustrated by Priya Kuriyan, Translated by Varsha Gajendragadkar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: सुशीलाच्या रांगोळ्या on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/EeMcWNpEzoA Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

A drone flies. It takes photographs, saves wildlife and can rescue people during an earthquake. Would you like to meet a drone? Original story Tell Me, What is a Drone? by Pratham Books, Written by Shabnam Minwalla, Illustrated by Ruchi Bakshi, Translated by Rishi Mathur Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: आखिर ड्रोन है क्या ? on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/itPU6TlFJL0 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Mira and Mihir have a box full of laddoos. Just when they want to eat… DING DONG! Oh, a guest. They have twelve laddoos. How many laddoos do they each get? Original story It's a Laddoo Party! by Pratham Books, Written by Srividhya Venkat, Illustrated by Ashika Singh, Translated by Siddharth Kelkar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: लाडू पार्टी on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/jZ4tqE_XR6o Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Avi enjoys plant day, music day and paint day, and being busy throughout the week. Join in as Avi potters about the house, in this book about noticing and recognising patterns. Original story Paint Day, Plant Day by Pratham Books, Written by Sanjana Kapur, Illustrated by Debasmita Dasgupta, Translated by Vartul Adishesh Dhaundiyal Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: अवि आज क्या करेगा? on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/7m0z7VwHetc Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Thieves who went to Chanakya's place, came back empty handed.. Written by Pratham Resource Centre, Illustrated by Pratham Content Group, Published By Pratham Education Foundation Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: नीयत बदल गई on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/eMpTU5kRRUQ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Aman loves his red T-shirt, because it is so bright and so soft. His Ma hates it, because it is old and has holes in it. She wants to throw it away. He wants to keep it. What is Aman going to do? Original story My Red T-shirt by Pratham Books, Written by Rohini Nilekani, Illustrated by Megha Vishwanath, मेरी लाल टी-शर्टTranslated by Sandhya Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: मेरी लाल टी-शर्ट on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/MySZN2P7bK8 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Sukhiya Kaka was a famous singer. He met Dinoo who turned out to be his biggest fan. Together they made quite a pair! Written by Manisha Chaudhry and Mala Kumar, Illustrated by Rajiv Eipe, Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: बारिश में क्या गाएँ? on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/wGP18Hatkp4 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Her father's pen calls out to Kasni. Should she, or should she not pick it up? After she uses it, she finds an angry father and an angry parrot. A tale with charming colours to make any child happy! Original story ٹوٹی چونچ والا طوطا by Pratham Books, Written by Shahid Anwar, Illustrated by Shailja Jain Chougule, Translated by Varsha Gajendragadkar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: तुटक्या चोचीचा पोपट on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/KyGKIKoeTno Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Imagine all the stories rivers could tell us about the past, present and future! Rivers were there when humans wanted to grow food. They were there when humans started to build cities. They are still here, providing water, food and livelihoods. But they are also being treated like rubbish bins. Rivers know how to take care of us, but if we want a future with them, maybe it is time for humans to take care of our precious water bodies. Original story The Time-Travelling River by Pratham Books, Written by Parinita Shetty, Illustrated by Sunaina Coelho, Translated by Manohar Notani Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: नदियाँ चले, चले समय की धारा on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/hw0NHfAdUig Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

A mouse tries to carry a big bun home. Then he learns that it does not always pay to be greedy. Original story The Greedy Mouse by Pratham Books, Written by Herminder Ohri, Illustrated by Herminder Ohri, Translated by Manisha Chaudhry Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: लालची चूहे जी on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/EC8bnBJ9cmo Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

On the occasion of India's 75th Independence day, a small tribute from Books That Speak in the form of three stories. This is the third story from this garland. Shaana is travelling the length and breadth of the country with her parents, exploring the many landscapes and peoplescapes of India. She documents her travels in letters that she writes to her friends back at school. A book that explores directions. Original story North, South, East, West by Pratham Books, Written by C G Salamander, Illustrated by Kavita Singh Kale, Translated by Kavita Mukesh Narrated by Asawari Doshi Keyboard : Stuti Source: पूर्व पश्चिम उत्तर दक्षिण on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/w4Bec-xRaDk Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

On the occasion of India's 75th Independence day, a small tribute from Books That Speak in the form of three stories. This is the second story from this garland. This is the real story of Sheker Goud, the first triple amputee to climb Mount Elbrus (Russia) and Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak of the African subcontinent. An alumini of the Vivekanand Institute of Human excellence, he derives his strength from the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.  This story is a brilliant testimony to how one can bounce back even against all odds. Written by Prasun Roy, Illustrated by Prasun Roy, Published By StoryWeaver Community Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: Sheker Gouds Inspiration --Swami Vivekananda on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/RsaG52EkMtQ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

On the occasion of India's 75th Independence day, a small tribute from Books That Speak in the form of three stories. This is the first story from this garland.  Story is about the great poet and freedom fighter Mahakavi Subramaniya Bharathiyar. Original story in Tamil by StoryWeaver Community, Written by Gayathri Kalyanaraman, Illustrated by Gayathri Kalyanaraman and Juhi Agarwal, Translated by Arvind Gupta Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: प्रसिध्द कवी भारतियार on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/orIiidcIhWE Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

In the village of Lakshpur children learn about their dreams through the experiences of an old Peepal tree. Original story Our Aspirations / हमारी आकांक्षाएं by Simple Education Foundation, Written by Dhyanvi Katharani, Illustrated by Ramya Rajeevan, Translated by Dhyanvi Katharani Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: Our Aspirations on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/_wUeR8R5MK8 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Mini is in Standard 6, old enough to vote in the school elections. Soon, she has to help choose the school captain. Whom should she vote for? Original story Mini's First Vote by Pratham Books, Written by Shabnam Minwalla, Illustrated by Ekta Bharti, Translated by Varsha Gajendragadkar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: मिनीचे पहिले मतदान on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/NzqWikYMo6w Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

As a roaring sun jumps out, the forest wakes up to a brand new day, putting on a new show. What will the forest be today? A story inspired from animism, an age-old belief of the Gond tribe, where everything from the sun to the rocks are as living as we are. Original story When a Forest Wakes Up by Pratham Books, Written by Sudarshan Shaw, Illustrated by Sudarshan Shaw, Translated by Vasundhara Bahuguna Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: जागा जंगल on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/PtBj7yyYH-s Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Shruthi has to grow a plant. But she doesn’t want to grow it in soil. Is there any other way? Original story Shruthi Floats an Idea by Pratham Books, Written by Navin Dorairaju, Illustrated by Vibha Surya, Translated by Varsha Gajendragadkar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: श्रुतीने लढवली शक्कल on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/-kQ-oncdOWo Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Puchku is off on a new adventure. The Brilliant Plans Department by Boltu, Puchku and Dodla (BPD)2 is on a mission to find a song for a baby bird. But there are too many songs to choose from. Original story Puchku Seeks a Song by Pratham Books, Written by Deepanjana Pal, Illustrated by Rajiv Eipe, Translated by Nagraj Rao Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: पुचकू को गाने की तलाश on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/k8p2ceUxux8 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Mina has to take part in the 400-metre dash for Sports Day. She knows she has to practise. First she runs 100 metres, then 200 metres, but can she make it to 400 metres? Learn to measure distance as Mina trains. Original story Mina Makes a Dash by Pratham Books, Written by Anjali Alappat, Illustrated by Yogee Chandrasekaran, Translated by Vasundhara Bahuguna Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: क्या सरपट दौड़ी मीना on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/p7hqJB-FE3o Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

BOINK BOINK BOINK... Aman could hear it. What was 'it'? Read on to solve this great mystery set in Jantar Mantar in Jaipur. You are sure to have a lot of good clean fun! Original story The Boink Mystery by Pratham Books, Written by Manisha Chaudhry and Mala Kumar, Illustrated by Soumya Menon, Translated by Sandhya Taksale Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: बुंग बुंगचे रहस्य on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/6xV0teBQCUc Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Trouble’s missing! Who Trouble? Only the naughtiest dog you’ve ever met. Help Abhi look for her? Written by Menaka Raman, Illustrated by Damini Gupta, Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: The Trouble with Trouble on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/0In_vVCt1h8 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

सरिता को पढ़ना पसंद नही है| लेकिन जब उसने कक्षा में निबंध सुनाया तो सब दंग रह गए| शिक्षिका ने सरिता को क्या कहा? जानने के लिए पढ़े कहानी| Written by Alka Ranade, Illustrated by Ajit Narayan, Published By Pratham Education Foundation Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: निबंध की कॉपी on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/jXXgfDr5DXw Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Priya, the cow, is sick. Her tummy hurts. Read this book to find out why she was unwell, and how her friends helped her. Original story What did Priya eat? by Pratham Books, Written by Anna D, Illustrated by Shreya Sen, Translated by Sandhya Taksale Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: काय बरे खाल्ले असावे प्रियाने on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/yP7Ceduo0Pg Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

For one full minute, the sun will disappear behind the moon, and a ring of fire will be seen instead. Astronomer Rathna is very excited. Watch her day unfold at the planetarium. Original story Rathna and the Ring of Fire by Pratham Books, Written by Nandita Jayaraj, Illustrated by Shivam Choudhary, Translated by M. A. Sameer Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: रत्ना और आग का घेरा on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/rr8oOiAgIEk Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Manju and Hamid are playing a game of 'I Spy by the lake'. But why is the game making Hamid sad? And what can they do about it? A story about pollution and the declining state of water bodies. Original story I Spy a Lake! by Pratham Books, Written by Menaka Raman, Illustrated by Balaram J, Translated by Hemlatta Kar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: તળાવ કાંઠે શોધ on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/TOFClwkzJWY Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Meet Durva and Dhrubo. And Dhrubo's wheeeeelchair. Join the brother and sister as they explore parks, markets, and many other places and have lots of fun together, just like siblings do. Written by Salil Chaturvedi, Illustrated by Tanvi Bhat, Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: My Brother's Wheeeeelchair on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/SRkl9AHpqMw Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Gulli-danda is the king of all games, is simple with no rules or bets or bats or nets. Steeped in the rural scene of India, it is free of any division and discrimination. As the narrator comes back to his hometown as an established engineer, yearning for a game of gulli-danda, somehow his status and wealth has crept up between him and his childhood friends from the village, taking away the wild essence and freedom from his beloved gulli-danda. Written by Munshi Premchand, Illustrated by Manisha Naskar, Published By StoryWeaver Community Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: गुल्ली डंडा on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/DgjVLt93nQQ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

When the jackal tried to catch a chicken, the young chicken had to quickly think of ways to save herself. In the end, the chicken was able to save herself. Original story in Odia by Pratham Books, Written by Juanga Writers' Group, Illustrated by Sugrib Kumar Juanga, Translated by Sandhya Taksale Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: कोंबडीचे हुशार पिल्लू on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/XuhO54y729k Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

When King Anawrahta looked up to admire the tall pagoda, his crown fell down. Read this story set in present-day Myanmar to see if the crown stayed on his head. Original story The King's Crown by Pratham Books, Written by Richa Bhaskar, Illustrated by Meenal Singh, Translated by Sandhya Taksale Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: राजाचा मुकुट on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/e-HaLl-E4So Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

The elder brother is found with books and formulas. The younger brother is found with butterflies and lost kites. The elder brother keeps studying everyday and barely does anything else. The younger brother plays in gardens and enjoys doing what he likes. The elder brother takes every chance to criticize his younger brother for not studying. The younger brother still keeps playing outdoors. What follows is a timeless tale of following one's own heart despite those that only ridicule and demotivate. Written by Munshi Premchand, Illustrated by Swathi Sambasivam, Published By StoryWeaver Community Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: बड़े भाई साहब on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/ixPzVN0tWfc Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Manu’s father and grandfather are potters, and Manu is learning the craft. This lively story depicts both the simple joys and the hardships of a potter’s life, from gathering clay and making pots to selling them in the city markets. Bulbul Sharma’s enchanting story is illustrated by Shanti Devi in the Madhubani style. Original story Manu Mixes Clay and Sunshine by Dastkari Haat Samiti, Written by Bulbul Sharma, Illustrated by Shanti Devi, Translated by Sandhya Taksale for Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: मनूच्या आनंदाचा घडा on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/q1PRKLOr8gs Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Algu Chowdhry and Jumman Sheikh are different from each other in every way one can imagine. Yet both of them are best friends, helping out each other in every way they can. But their friendship is suddenly threatened by a situation neither thought they would find themselves in. Algu is chosen to deliver justice in a panchayat where Jumman is the wrong-doer. Will Algu forego the truth to save his friend? Or will his duty towards justice destroy their friendship? Written by Munshi Premchand, Illustrated by Swathi Sambasivam, Published By StoryWeaver Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: पंच परमेश्वर on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/8erzxAtCKZA Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Physicist E C George Sudarshan made one of the greatest scientific discoveries in the 20th century. It helped answer fascinating questions about atoms, the tiny particles that make up our universe. Written by Ananya Dasgupta, Illustrated by Siddhi Vartak, Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: E C George Sudarshan - The Man who Loved Physics on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/9Rl9ni8uEAg Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Know about the heritage Amulya Library of Bihar. Written by Pratham Resource Centre, Illustrated by Pratham Content Group, Published By Pratham Education Foundation Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: गोपाल नारायण पब्लिक लायब्ररी - भरतपुरा on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/6lgDG5f1zb0 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Young Mumtaz has come from her village to Lucknow to learn new stitches for the chikankari that she and the other women in her village do. Thanks to her friend Munnu, Mumtaz learns even more than she had imagined! Jolly Rohtagi’s sensitive story is illustrated by Ram Soni through sanjhi, the art of paper cutting. Original story Mumtaz Embroiders Her Dreams by Dastkari Haat Samiti, Written by Jolly RohatgiIllustrated by Ram Soni,Translated by Sandhya Taksale for Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: स्वप्ने भरत जाणारी मुमताज on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/GlibCmsxcv0 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

When the rest of her class is napping, Mohana is busy watching an army of ants. When she grows up, she becomes an entomologist. Read about Rajmohana Keloth and her world of tiny insects. Written by Shweta Ganesh Kumar, Illustrated by Joanna Davala, Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: Rajmohana Keloth: The Bug Finder on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/iDRDxmjIbQk Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Ammini misses school, and her brother Unni misses his aunt. Both of them miss playing in the park. But everyone has to stay indoors. Maybe they can go out for a walk today? Ammini hopes so. A day in the life of two children in a time of lockdowns and social distancing. Original story At Home by Pratham Books, Written by Shweta Ganesh Kumar, Illustrated by Annada Menon, Translated by Vasundhara Bahuguna Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source: घर पर on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/6AaCCkypD-Y Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Chinar loves football. She wants to win the World Cup when she grows up. One day, when she asks Ma for a new pair of shoes, she hears the story of Kanu dadu, who played against the British barefoot—and won. Original story Barefoot Kanu Dadu by Pratham Books, Written by Ananya Dasgupta, Illustrated by Kalp Sanghvi and Upamanyu Bhattacharyya, Translated by Rajesh Khar Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source:  नंगे पाँव वाले कानू दादू on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/JGRx-cOILGU Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Seema’s school will finally have a library. But they still need 40% more money to buy books. Join Seema and her classmates as they raise funds for the library and learn the concept of percentages. Original story A Library Story by Pratham Books, Written by Anitha Murthy, Illustrated by Dipanjan Dutta Chowdhury, Translated by Vibha Lohani Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source:  नया पुस्तकालय on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/M_QxB2NQjtM Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

The Right Way School has only the right way of doing things and that’s how Mrs Gambhir teaches as well. Until one day a girl with wild hair and endless curiosity joins the school and stumps everyone with her questions, her merry voice, and her behaviour. What will happen next? Original story The Right Way School by Pratham Books, Written by Shabnam Minwalla, Illustrated by Fahad Faizal, Translated by Rupali Bhave Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source:  अ. ति. शिस्ते विद्यालय on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/n60yCJqtumQ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Zahra’s Dadima has an unusually large nose. It picks up scents that others cannot even imagine. Zahra wants a super nose too. Find out what happens when Dadima and Zahra take a deep sniff of attar and embark on an adventure to train for a super nose. Original story The Nose of all Noses by Pratham Books, Written by Meera Ganapathi, Illustrated by Nancy Raj, Translated by Swagata Sen Pillai Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source:  नाकों की शहज़ादी on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/I491kMfvg6c Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Story Title: The Secret World of Mehlli Gobhai: The Man Who Found Art Everywhere The murky waters of a winding stream, stark trees stripped of leaves, a crow messing up a canvas—Mehlli Gobhai saw art in all of this. Follow the journey of this inspiring painter and see how art is all around and can help you see the world anew. Written by Jerry Pinto, Illustrated by Kripa B, Paintings by Mehlli Gobhai, Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source:  The Secret World of Mehlli Gobhai: The Man Who Found Art Everywhere on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/AngBeTa5zi8 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

“Watch people move in the magic photographs! A picture two miles long! Only three annas!” This is how a magician named Dadasaheb Phalke invited people in the street to come and watch his first film. Other actors in this amazing story about the genius of Dadasaheb Phalke, the Father of Indian Cinema, include a cook who played a woman and the first film editor in Indian cinema who happened to be a woman and his wife! If you are a fan of films, you are sure to be fascinated by this script of his life and the making of the first ever Indian film. It has all the ingredients of blockbuster! Original story LIGHTS... CAMERA... ACTION! The life and times of Dadasaheb Phalke by Pratham Books, Written and translated by Rupali Bhave, Illustrated by Sunayana Nair Kanjilal Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source:  लाईट्स..कॅमेरा..ऍक्शन - दादासाहेब फाळके  on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/FjVGgaZ3VA8 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

It’s Ramzan and Hakeem sahib has a case of the hiccups — so he can’t drink water to make it go away. What will hic-hic-hiccuping Hakeem sahib do, and can his patients help their beloved doctor? Original story Hakeem's Hiccups by Pratham Books, Written by Sadaf Siddique, Illustrated by Studio Babakiki, Translated by Smiti Gandhi Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source: हकीम की हिचकियाँ Story on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/7Wtw6DNcH00 Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Paati and Appa are worried because of the failing rice crops. But Paati has an answer hidden in a wooden box, a secret more precious than gold. Savi and Selvan watch Paati unlock the power of indigenous seeds and knowledge in this book about farming. Written by Meenu Thomas, Illustrated by Kruttika Susarla, Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source:  Paati's Gold Story on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/zpgmNpuCQNY Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Champa loves to sing. But she can’t sing on stage. Will she be able to face the huge crowd on her school’s Annual Day? Original story Stage Fright by Pratham Books, Written by Yamini Vijayan, Illustrated by Somesh Kumar, Translated by Nandita Muni Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source:  રંગમંચનો ડર Story on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/_svy3DU3oHY Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Arzu loves the beach and is determined to restore it. But this is a big problem to solve! With the help of her friends and a little bit of maths, Arzu finds that all problems have their solutions. Original story The Big Beach Clean-Up by Pratham Books, Written by Chandini Chhabra, Illustrated by Asha Susan Alex, Translated by Pooja Bahanwal Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source:  समुद्र तट का सफ़ाई अभियान Story on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/x4hPYiYeOFM Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Asha is too small to do many things. But she is big enough to do some things. A story about how you are never too small to have big ideas. Original story Asha's Voice by Pratham Books, Written by Mathangi Subramanian, Illustrated by Saheb Ram Tudu, Translated by Rupali Bhave Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source: आशाचा आवाज Story on Storyweaver  Story's Video : https://youtu.be/gMLlEMSHwEk Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Do you like cars, and dinosaurs, and reading about them? Do you have questions and ideas? Do you like to be read to? Or do you like to read alone in a quiet corner? Come in, welcome to our library! Published by Pratham Books, Written by Raviraj Shetty, Illustrated by Deepa Balsavar Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source: Our Library Story on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/4Bijzlgp10w Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Do you like cars, and dinosaurs, and reading about them? Do you have questions and ideas? Do you like to be read to? Or do you like to read alone in a quiet corner? Come in, welcome to our library! Original story Our Library by Pratham Books, Written by Raviraj Shetty, Illustrated by Deepa Balsavar, Translated by Suman Bajpai Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source: हमारा पुस्तकालय Story on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/g58_lhTnKys Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Tessamma’s beloved buffalo is missing! No one knows what happened to her but constable Jincy is determined to find out. She goes all over the village, questioning people and looking for clues. Will Jincy be able to find Beauty the buffalo? The game is afoot in this mystery about a music-loving buffalo. Original story Beauty Is Missing by Pratham Books, Written and Illustrated by Priya Kuriyan, Translated by Prayag Shukla Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source: लापता सुंदरी Story on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/O03C4Hm3MJY Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

It is Kanchi’s birthday and she can’t go out to her favourite restaurant. Knowing that baingan bharta is all she has to look forward to, she is really upset. But her neighbours in Sunrise Society know that the best way to turn things around is with a feast! Original story The Birthday Menu by Pratham Books, Written by Meenu Thomas, Illustrated by Aakanksha Mittra, Translated by Nagraj Rao Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source: जन्मदिन की दावत Story on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/l3E0EkvIgMo Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

It is Kanchi’s birthday and she can’t go out to her favourite restaurant. Knowing that baingan bharta is all she has to look forward to, she is really upset. But her neighbours in Sunrise Society know that the best way to turn things around is with a feast! Original story The Birthday Menu by Pratham Books, Written by Meenu Thomas, Illustrated by Aakanksha Mittra, Translated by Siddharth Kelkar Narrated by Asawari Doshi You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Source: वाढदिवसाचा खाऊ Story on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/u0IzCqLR3SA Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Childhood, hot summers and the narrow lanes of Jodhpur are uniquely connected to mouth-watering kulfi! How many kulfis should Bhanwari buy? Original story मुफ्त की कुल्फी by Pratham Books Written by Alankrita Amaya Illustrated by Alankrita Amaya Translated by Sherein Bansal Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/111783-a-kulfi-for-free Story's Video : https://youtu.be/4_al2JBd2tA You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Bani can float in her sleep and reach the most amazing amusing places. Would you like to float along? Original story Bani by Pratham Books Written by Herminder Ohri Illustrated by Taposhi Ghoshal Translated by Ritu Singh Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/426-baani Story's Video : https://youtu.be/3ZP1f_x1zFg You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

What is the real treasure that the parents can pass on to their children? Money, materialistic things or something else? Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video: https://youtu.be/4e-g31WAvVg Thanks to e-initiative by Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Road is speaking with us, narrating about itself..  Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video: https://youtu.be/u_H_vWZDTcw Thanks to e-initiative by Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Diya’s fascinated by motorbikes. She can’t wait to turn sixteen and ride one. Especially after Diya finds out that her aunt is a biker! A story about identity and the freedom to choose. Original story I Want to Ride a Motorbike by Aarthi Parthasarathy. Translated by Sandhya Illustrated by Rai Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/126479-main-motorcycle-chlaunge Story's Video : https://youtu.be/OTkmYR3GeRo You can support Books That Speak by visiting http://support.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Today is World Water Day ! Water is so important for every living being's survival. Each drop of water counts. Beautiful poem written by Sunanda Bhavsar Narrated by Asawari Doshi Poem's Video: https://youtu.be/7E3bwKKUUxs Thanks to e-initiative by Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. You can support Books That Speak by visiting support.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

We should have food just enough to satisfy our hunger and should not have excess. And definitely not to waste it. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Thanks to e-initiative by Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune for this article. Story's Video: https://youtu.be/YJokFQh3RXU You can support Books That Speak by visiting support.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

School started after the holidays. Her friends were amazed to see the rainbow-colored books in Bhanwari's backpack. How she says to them- "Ah, this is the magic of the Pimple tree and the uncle with the peanuts!" Oh no! What exactly is this magic? Original story रंग बिरंगी किताब by Alankrita Amaya Translated by Sangeeta Barve Illustrated by Alankrita Amaya Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source: Rangeet Rangeet Pustak Story on Storyweaver Story's Video : https://youtu.be/NUeS7BMVwWE You can support Books That Speak by visiting support.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Understanding the problem and finding its subsequent solution is important and not only carrying higher responsibility position.   Story written by Sudha Sharma   Narrated by Asawari Doshi   Story's Video: https://youtu.be/-syw7Qje79E Thanks to e-initiative by Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune.   You can support Books That Speak by visiting support.booksthatspeak.com   Listen to the podcast:  iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479 Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo  Watch Videos:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Kadogoo is not the best student in his class, but he knows that he can do better. What will Kadogoo do to become the student he knows he can be?   Original story Kadogoo Afanya Mabadiliko by Godfrey Mishomari  Translated by Magdalena Cooper  Illustrated by Ayoub Makotha   Published By Room to Read  Narrated by Asawari Doshi   Source of the story: https://literacycloud.org/stories/1659-kadogoo-changed-his-life/   Story's Video : https://youtu.be/B98tdbfm4H4 You can support Books That Speak by visiting support.booksthatspeak.com  Listen to the podcast:  iTunes : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-that-speak/id1287357479  Google Podcast : http://bit.ly/2JQq2Xo   Watch Videos:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak   Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak  Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/  Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com  

Inspite of poverty at home, Shekh Muhammed and his ailing sister Zubaida have not forgotten, the basic but very important human values, like humanity, honesty, hardworking, empathy. Beautiful story written by Sudha Murty Translated into Marathi by Leena Sohoni Narrated by Asawari Doshi Thanks to e-initiative by Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Story's Video: https://youtu.be/vRCX_VmlCK4 You can support Books That Speak by visiting support.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Neem! A tree with high medicinal values, having very useful features, it is an important part of our life.  A beautiful poem written by Lata Pant Narrated by Asawari Doshi Image courtesy : unsplash.com   Thanks to e-initiative by Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Story's Video: https://youtu.be/Wamq5ZtUDWc Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Are the knowledge and power, the true indicators of a good son? Or serving others and being responsible ? Story written by Shrikrishna Narrated by Asawari Doshi Thanks to e-initiative by Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Story's Video: https://youtu.be/ly8Cyoy8sT8 Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Peturam is fasting today. He won't eat much! Really?? Written by Dr. Trilokinath Brajwal Narrated by Asawari Doshi Thanks to e-initiative by Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune. Story's Video: https://youtu.be/ty4V7AuxUwE Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Vasant and Meera - the children of Sugarcane Harvest farmers - are very much interested in learning, but unable to go to school and obtain education.  Written by Dattatray Virkar Thanks to an e-initiative by Maharashatra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune, for this story. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video: https://youtu.be/7GLG-2nJbCQ Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Aged family members are supposed to be respected and well-treated. They deserve the due respect. Story written by Pawan Chouhan Thanks to an e-initiative by Maharashatra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune, for this story. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video: https://youtu.be/qch7tSNfl_I Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Your dreams can be, not only for satisfying your own needs, but also for serving other and make them happy. Written by Ashok Kotwal.  Thanks to an e-initiative by Maharashatra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune, for this story. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video: https://youtu.be/TJbyUj7Q3oM Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Uncle Madhav is a symbolic personality, which can be found in everyone's home. It is a funny, family story. Uncle Madhav does some household task, but by taking the help from each family member! This creates a lot of funny moments. His task is actually a 10 min task, but it takes 3-4 hours to complete it. Thanks to an e-initiative by Maharashatra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune, for this story. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video: https://youtu.be/FJm2IMBGiWY Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

How the wind breeze blows from one place to another place? A small beautiful poem in Hindi from a child's point of view. Written by Kavi Kedarnath 'Komal'. Thank you An e-initiative by Maharashatra State Bureau of Textbook Production & Curriculum Research, Pune, for this poem. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's Video: https://youtu.be/3AWTyyRSYF4 Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Now girls also want azadi. Freedom from violence and harassment, the freedom to choose and to exercise their rights. And azadi to be who they want to be. Original story बेटियाँ भी चाहें आज़ादी by Kamla Bhasin Translated by Kamla Bhasin Illustrated by Shrujana Shridhar Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver Link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/131053-betiyaan-bhi-chaahen-azadi Story's Video: https://youtu.be/MbUZTqsPX10 Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Hamid is a small boy (age 5 years) and shows such a matured gesture towards his grandmother. Conquering over all his child - like wishes - instead of buying toys for himself, he buys a very useful kitchen tool for his grandmother from the Mela. Beautiful story by the great author Premchand, depicting the rural life of a Muslim family, revolving around the celebration of an important festival "Eid"!  Translation into Marathi by Ms. Sanjeevani Kher. Narration by Asawari Doshi Thank you Shri Arvind Gupta for this story. Story's Video: https://youtu.be/EwgRscdw7Ng Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Meena's house was full of books, but Meena hated them all. But one day very strange incident happened which converted Meena from a book hater to a book lover. What was that incident? To find out, listen to this amazing story. Written by Manjusha Paavgi Translated into Hindi by Shri Arvind Gupta Illustrated by Jyoti Hiremath Published by Bharat Gyaan Vigyaan Samiti Narrated by Asawari Doshi Thank you arvindguptatoys.com Story's Video: https://youtu.be/XcGMIibn-R8 Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

A princess is unwell and she wants the moon. How the king and his courtiers did solve this problem?  Let's find out in this funny story.  Written by Jems Tharbar. Thanks to Shri. Arvind Gupta for this story. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

The bird, Nano, got fascinated after listening to the stories about the green, serene Dehradun from her grandma. But to Nano's dismay, Dehradun had changed. Let us us experience the journey of Nano to Dehradun through this book. Written by Dr. Vedika Agrawal and Dr. Kunal Das.  Illustrated by Creative Knot. Published by Doon Tales. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Wish to buy this book? : https://www.amazon.in/dp/B08C4QB38J Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

It’s drizzling, and Appa tells Chiltari a story of the city of his childhood. And then father and son step out to discover a city where past meets present.   Original story ಅಂದು, ಇಂದು by S R Ramakrishna  Translated by Uma Kulkarni  Illustrated by Tanvi Bhat Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver Link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/142475-appa-jevha-lahan-hote Story's Video: https://youtu.be/lxEQhgeQv38 Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Zeba and her Abbu are off to see the Qutab Minar. They are taking the Metro. Hop on, and ride with them. Original story On the Metro by Neha Singh Translated by Neha Singh.  Illustrated by Rai Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver Link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/136438-metro-kee-sair Story's Video: https://youtu.be/PHeDBgQbniY Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Aadya refuses to do anything without her Ma - whether it’s packing a bag for their holiday to Assam or it’s playing in the river. Will this trip make Aadya more self-reliant?   Original story "With You, Ma" by Adith A.K.  Translated by Suman Bajpai  Illustrated by Amalendu Kaushik   Published By Pratham Books  Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's video - YouTube Link Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

What happens when the king of the jungle imitates the king of the city? Many rocking adventures! Read this funny story to find out more. Gujarati Version of story on Storyweaver - Sinhani Ambadi Original story शेर का हौदा by Amar Goswami Translated into Gujarati by Anita Dixit Illustrated by Partho Sengupta Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Story's video - YouTube Link  Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Books That Speak Junior is a podcast where kids are narrating the stories, poems in Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati and English. Books That Speak Junior on : Spotify Apple Podcasts Do come and enjoy the stories ! ------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------- Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Books That Speak Junior is a podcast where kids are narrating the stories, poems in Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati and English. Books That Speak Junior on : Spotify Apple Podcasts Do come and enjoy the stories ! ------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------- Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Books That Speak Junior is a podcast where kids are narrating the stories, poems in Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati and English. Books That Speak Junior on : Spotify Apple Podcasts Do come and enjoy the stories ! ------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------- Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Books That Speak Junior is a podcast where kids are narrating the stories, poems in Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati and English. Books That Speak Junior on : Spotify Apple Podcasts Do come and enjoy the stories ! ------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------- Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Why we tend to give so much importance to get a prize in any competition? Gaining the prize looks like an ultimate goal. What about enjoying the entire process, instead of just aiming at the final result? Written by Rajiv Tambe. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Video of Usane Puraskar (Prize - Any How) - Marathi Stories for Kids  Listen to the podcast: iTunes Google Podcast Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com 

Visit the Aleph-Beth Farm to be part of a day tour led by Aleph and Freddie. A Visit to the Aleph-Beth Farm attempts to bring to focus the relationship between a parent (caregiver) and child and is about parent and child spending quality time together through everyday activities like gardening, cooking, star gazing, boating and camping. Written by Sharan Venkataraman Narrated by Asawari Doshi A Visit to the Aleph-Beth Farm is available in Paperback and for the Kindle. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08J5FFJW5/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_awdb_btf_t1_wgHyFbC1QWTYH https://www.amazon.in/dp/B08J82RQ9Y/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_api_0hHyFbFZN6QYW Story on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Qis0wn1P5Xk Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD   Watch Videos:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak   Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak  Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/  Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Corona has brought everyone’s lives to a standstill and children are bearing the brunt of this storm as well. Schools are closed and so are the playgrounds. But she has not let the lockdown depress her and decided to be busy in utilising her time in learning from things around. Let us join her journey and explore the art of being optimistic during challenging periods. Written by Dr. Vedika Agrawal and Dr. Kunal Das.  Illustrated by Creative Knot. Published by Doon Tales. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Wish to buy this book? : https://www.amazon.in/dp/B08K1KFBTD Story's YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/AczxoQrXtuA Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Is there a thumb rule that child gets love only from his or her mother ? No one else loves the child as mother does? What if child does not have mother?   Author : Rajiv Tambe   Narrator : Asawari Doshi    Story's Video: https://youtu.be/jXKs3RX5yPs Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD   Watch Videos:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak   Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak  Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/  Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

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नौ वर्ष का धनी साबरमति आश्रम में रहता है। उसने हठ पकड़ ली है कि वह महात्मा गाँधी के साथ दाँडी यात्रा पर जायेगा। अंग्रेजों द्वारा लगाये गये नमक कर का विरोध करेगा। दाँडी यात्रा कि ७५ वीं जयन्ती पर लिखी गयी एक दिलचस्प कहानी!  Original story "Marching to Freedom" by Subhadra Sen Gupta.  Translated into Hindi by Manisha Chaudhry.  Illustrated by Tapas Guha.  Published by Pratham Books.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi.  Story's Video: https://youtu.be/dSYYZxMlHXA Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Sambha doesn’t want to go to school, ever. He thinks school is for fools. One day, the teacher takes him to school. He secretly enjoys himself, but will he want to return the next day? Original story Only Fools Go to School by Chatura Rao. Translated into Hindi by Pooja. Illustrated by Proiti Roy. Published By Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi केवल मूर्ख जाते हैं स्कूल on StoryWeaver (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/107659-keval-murkh-jate-hain-school) Story's Video:  https://youtu.be/LlUJdFpyKR4 Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Re-Releasing the story on National Engineers' Day 15th Sept. - birth anniversary of Sir M. Visvesvaraya. As a child, Vishwa walked a long way to get to school. As a college student, he tutored two children to make ends meet. And as an engineer, he built dams, bridges and institutions, and the foundation for a modern India. Story written by Mala Kumar.  Illustrated by Krupa Thakur-Patil, Sachin Pandit, and Sheshadri Mokshagundam.  Photographs provided by Visvesvaraya National Memorial Trust.  Sir M. Visvesvaraya: The Builder of Dams, Bridges and a Nation on Storyweaver (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/34303-sir-m-visvesvaraya-the-builder-of-dams-bridges-and-a-nation) Published by Pratham Books.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi.   Story's Video: https://youtu.be/erPd0EMQC4s Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Re-Releasing the story on National Engineers' Day 15th Sept. - birth anniversary of Sir M. Visvesvaraya. Original story "Sir M. Visvesvaraya: The Builder of Dams, Bridges and a Nation" by Mala Kumar.  Translated into Marathi by Mukund Taksale Illustrated by Krupa Thakur-Patil, Sachin Pandit, and Sheshadri Mokshagundam.  Photographs by Visvesvaraya National Memorial Trust.  सर एम. विश्वेश्वरय्या धरणं, पूल आणि राष्ट्रउभारणीचे शिल्पकार on Storyweaver Published by Pratham Books.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi.  As a child, Vishwa walked a long way to get to school. As a college student, he tutored two children to make ends meet. And as an engineer, he built dams, bridges and institutions, and the foundation for a modern India.  Story's Video: https://youtu.be/KcOogLwg-OE Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Releasing the story on the International Literacy Day - 8th September! Akku is having an awful day and it’s making her very, VERY angry. Read this book to find out how Akku's anger melts away, and get ideas on what to do when YOU are very, VERY angry.  Story written and illustrated by Vinayak Varma.  Translated into Hindi by Madhubala Joshi. Published by Pratham books.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi.  Akku huee gussa (Angry Akku) on Storyweaver (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/13861-akku-hui-guss) Story's Video: https://youtu.be/_D8bK21pPpE Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Releasing the story on the International Literacy Day - 8th September! Akku is having an awful day and it’s making her very, VERY angry. Read this book to find out how Akku's anger melts away, and get ideas on what to do when YOU are very, VERY angry.  Story written and illustrated by Vinayak Varma. Translated into Marathi by Meera Joshi. Published by Pratham books.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi.  Akkula aavrena rag (Angry Akku) on Storyweaver (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12832-akkula-aavrena-raag)  Story's Video: https://youtu.be/DzJrjDLhnfo  Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

What was the period when the Dinosaurs were there on the Earth? What were different types of dinosaurs? How the dinosaurs were vanished? Written by Ashutosh Upadhyay. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Source of this story: arvindguptatoys.com Story's video: https://youtu.be/HhKrFLaSDXQ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Today Teachers Day! In reality, we should thank our teachers daily since we are today because of them. We meet so many teachers in our daily life - our elder family members, friends-colleagues, younger ones too :), our teachers from school-college, our different teachers who teach us sports, different arts, and the most important teacher - the experiences we have in our daily life. We learn the most important virtue in life - Gratitude! Apart from all these, I would like to thank some more people who have brighten our lives with their larger than life talent, hardwork and achievements. I won't puzzle you much..  Pu La Deshpande (a single word is not enough to describe this man's versatility and talent, but one thing for sure - my inspiration for Read-aloud stories), Madhuri Purandare (Author and illustrator for childrens' books) APJ Abdul Kalaam (The amazing journey of a small town simple boy to a great scientist, President of India and a very good human being),  Sai Paranjape (Author, director - amazing marathi plays written by her for kids),  Sandeep Khare (Poet, Narrator for kids' book GOTYA),  And many more common people who have overcome hurdles with determination to achieve the greatest heights!  Salute and respect to all those.. Happy Teachers' Day !    Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Traces the life of the black educator who rose from slavery to found Tuskegee Institute. Original Story "Booker T. Washington" by Jan Gleiter, Kathleen Thompson. Illustrated by Rick Whipple. Translated into Marathi by Sushil Menson. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Source of this story: arvindguptatoys.com Story of the Video: https://youtu.be/Q-vWIlS49CA Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Today 29th August - National Sports Day! Re-playing the story as a small tribute Major Dhyan Chand Singh our Hockey maestro.  The man who came to be called the Wizard of Hockey, Dhyan Chand, started playing hockey with a branch of a palm tree. What did he like to eat as a child? How did he prove Hitler wrong? Here is the story of a man who might just inspire you to pick up a hockey stick and play.  Amazing story written by Dilip D'Souza, brilliantly illustrated by Mohit Suneja. Published by Pratham Books.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi.  Dhyan Singh ‘Chand’: Hockey’s Magician on Storyweaver (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/9909-dhyan-singh-chand-hockey-s-magician ) Story's Video: https://youtu.be/JxnGX_cGBnU Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

A modern African Folktale about a boy named Nobiah who has to travel far to get a jar of water for his mother, sister, himself and their garden. The jar is heavy and Nobiah encounters three different animals who need a drink. Kind of heart Nobiah gives water to them, but comes home without enough water for the garden. Original Story "Nobiah's Well: A Modern African Folk Tale" by Donna Guthrie. Translated into Marathi by Sushil Menson. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Source of this story: arvindguptatoys.com   Story of the Video: https://youtu.be/oy3fn4t1Veo Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD   Watch Videos:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak   Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak  Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/  Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

A beautiful poem on the eve of India's 73rd independence day! A poet wakes up to a wonderful dream, one that imagines a world without borders Published by Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi The Dividing Lines on StoryWeaver (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/147382-the-dividing-lines) Original story लकीरें by Kapil Pandey ‘Kislay’ Illustrated by Abhishek Choudhury Translated by Rajesh Khar Video of this story: https://youtu.be/ARHM2q3IsJQ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

The story of Ahilyabai Holkar, a queen who ruled Malwa for 28 years. Read about this ruler who made history with her deeds.  Remembering her on her death anniversary - 13th August! Published by Pratham Books.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi.  Ahilyabai Holkar story on Storyweaver  Original story Ahilyabai Holkar by Sandhya Taksale. Translated into Marathi by Sandhya Taksale. Illustrated by Priyankar Gupta.  Story's Video: https://youtu.be/4HT3opS6Luc Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com Email :  contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

During this monsoon season, our farmers are busy in paddy fields, sowing seeds. Let's keep them in mind in this story.  Growing rice is hard work, and Junuka can’t do it all by herself. Who will help her? Published by Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Junuka and the Rice Rakshasas on StoryWeaver (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/138924-junuka-aur-dhaan-vaale-raakshas) Original story Junuka and the Rice Rakshasas by Preeti Hatibarua and Priyadarshini Gogoi. Translated into Hindi by Anand Kumar Roy. Illustrated by Viplov Singh Video of this story: https://youtu.be/_32bNtCIYm8 Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

A slave runs away from his master and hides in the woods – then finds himself face to face with a limping lion… Original story "Androcles And The Lion", adapted and illustrated by Paul Galdone.  Translated into Marathi by Susheel Menson. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Source of this story : http://www.arvindguptatoys.com/ Story's Video: https://youtu.be/nIiDvloEGyY Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/

Original story "The Seeds of Friendship" by Michael Foreman. Translated into Marathi by Susheel Menson. Source of this story : http://www.arvindguptatoys.com/ Narrated by Asawari Doshi How can Adam bring the green warmth of home to his new urban world? An inspiring fable from Michael Foreman about making friendship grow. Story's Video: https://youtu.be/EQCgfEPi-sw Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/

On the occasion of Friendship Day!! Original story "Long Live Friendship! A Humorous Play for Children" by Meera Dixit.  Translated into Marathi by Meera Dixit. Illustrated by Shailja Jain Chougule.  Published By StoryWeaver.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi When Vikram falls sick, Yamraj thinks it's time to take him in. Vikram’s maddeningly stubborn friends think otherwise. The play takes a serious issue and presents it in a light-hearted vein. Children can easily and quickly stage and self-direct this hilarious play. Perfect for annual school days and neighbourhood events.  Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/3876-dostee-zindaabaad Story's Video: https://youtu.be/jJaU0bPSQAc Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Story Written by Praba Ram and Sheela Preuitt.  Illustrated by Vidyun Sabhaney.   Narrated by Asawari Doshi.  Published by Pratham Books.  This count-down book introduces readers to fascinating celestial objects, to space concepts and to the people involved in the various facets of astronomy. It may just inspire them to take a step towards a career in astronomy. Come, let us go space travelling!  Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Releasing this book recommendation on the death anniversary of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam - 27th July.  Book Title: Navbhartache Shilpkar Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam  Author: Shankar Karhade  Published by Saket Prakashan, Aurangabad.  Language: Marathi  Video of this post: https://youtu.be/aljGvrSTrPE  An amazing journey of a simple, ordinary boy from a small village of Rameswaram, to become a Scientist President of India. An inspiring biography of Bharat Ratna Dr Abdul Kalam in simple Marathi. The incidents from Dr Abdul Kalam's life depicted in small stories.  Buy this book online:  https://www.akshardhara.com/en/-/20880-Navbharatache-Shilpkar-Shankar-Karhade-Saket-Prakashan-buy-marathi-books-online-at-akshardhara-9788177863444.html?search_query=shankar%20karhade&fast_search=fs  http://www.menakabooks.com/saket-prakashan/6871-a-p-j-abdul-kalam-shankar-karhade-saket-prakashan-buy-online.html https://halfpricebooks.in/products/navbharatache-shilpkar-by-shankar-karhade?_pos=2&_sid=1ce427cdc&_ss=r  Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Rereleasing one of my favourite stories for our new audience. Original story When I Grow Up by Priyadarshini Gogoi. Translated into Hindi by Sadaf Jafar. Illustrated by Tarique Aziz. Published By Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. I am Papori and I will be an engineer when I grow up. This book is about all the things I will build. It is full of big words, but it is full of big adventures too. Come join me! Story's Video: https://youtu.be/MXBKGNV71EQ

Shikaari ka Cycle Abhiyaan on Storyweaver (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/138964-shikaaree-ka-saikil-abhiyaan) When Shikari finds his life come to a pause, he decides to go on a thrilling adventure - cycling all the way from Bangalore to Delhi to watch the Asian Games. Click, clack, he pedals away. Original story Shikari's Cycling Adventure by Payoshni Saraf Translated into Hindi by Purnesh Kumar Tripathi Illustrated by Allen Shaw Published by Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Video of this story: https://youtu.be/Equl5r7loFA   Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Bhaiya Ki Muskan Kisne Udai on Storyweaver (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/95790-bhaiya-ki-muskaan-kisne-udaee)   Bhaiya doesn’t feel like playing these days. Could it be because of his new monster friend Dukduk, who is always hanging around him? No one in the family takes Bhaiya seriously. But Chiru knows there’s more than what meets the eye. A story about the lingering effects of depression. भैया की मुस्कान किसने उड़ाई? इन दिनों चिरु के भैया का खेल में भी मन नहीं लगता। कहीं इसकी वजह उनका भीमकाय दोस्त भावासुर तो नहीं जो हमेशा उनके आस-पास मँडराता रहता है? परिवार में कोई भी भैया को गंभीरता से नहीं लेता। लेकिन चिरु समझती है कि जो दिखाई देता है हमेशा उतना ही सच नहीं होता। ये कहानी है अवसाद से घिरे रहने और उसके असर की। Original story Who Stole Bhaiya's Smile? (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/95649-who-stole-bhaiya-s-smile) by Sanjana Kapur (https://storyweaver.org.in/users/44255-sanjana-kapur) Translated into Hindi by Rishi Mathur (https://storyweaver.org.in/users/310-rishi-mathur) Illustrated by Sunaina Coelho (https://storyweaver.org.in/users/4250-sunaina-coelho) Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) Narrated by Asawari Doshi Video of this story: https://youtu.be/f07Ler7PiGw   Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

The Birthday Present on Storyweaver. (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/58662-the-birthday-present) Maya the Tortoise tries everyday to get to school in time, but ends up being late. She needs a bicycle. But where ever will she find a bicycle for a tortoise? Read on to see what she receives as a birthday present. Original story जन्मदिन को उपहार in Nepali by Vinaykumar Kasju Translated into English by Alisha Berger Illustrated by Devendra Pandey Published by Room to Read Narrated by Asawari Doshi Video of this story: https://youtu.be/Au4l6y5odjo   Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Little Meeto dreams about cars and knows everything about them. One day she meets Red Fairy, a car that can do things that no other car can. Written by Kamla Bhasin Illustrated by Tanvi Bhat Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) Narrated by Asawari Doshi Video of this story: https://youtu.be/gJP52fgFxKA Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Email: contact.booksthatspeak@gmail.com

Many times we fail to understand the magic of affection, love, the feeling that someone thinks good about me..  Listen to this story how this word "Pyaara" (Lovely) sprinkled magic on one small boy from slum area where our author had gone to teach maths to these kids.  Author : Rajiv Tambe  Narrator : Asawari Doshi  Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/43pwZLBrSpk0v0F3fVnAaD Watch Videos: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/booksthatspeak Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/

Pencil ! A simple tool used for writing. But it does so many things for us to make our writing experience smooth. We humans, don't realise it sometimes. Written by Rajiv Tambe. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Originally written by Emily Arnold McCully Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Source of this story : http://www.arvindguptatoys.com/ McCully won the 1993 Caldecott Medal for her illustrations. Mirette lives in a boarding house in France. One day her life is changed by a man named Bellini, a famous tightrope walker, who teaches Mirette how to walk on a tightrope. Story's Video: https://youtu.be/5_RLf9W-WgM Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Many times, we, sighted people, are unable to see many things, which visually challenged people can SEE using their hands. One of the beautiful Marathi story with different perceptive. Written by Rajiv Tambe. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original Story "Silent Music - A story of Baghdad" written by James Rumford. Translated into Hindi by Vidushak. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Source of this story: http://www.arvindguptatoys.com/ When bombs begin to fall, Ali drowns out the sound of war with a pen. Like other children living in Baghdad, Ali loves soccer, music and dancing, but most of all, he loves the ancient art of calligraphy. Story's Video: https://youtu.be/P7PR-nXaLsk Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Is Maths subject really scary? It's a practical subject, rather than theoretical. Let's listen to this funny story about the day of Maths exam. Story written by Rajiv Tambe. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story Making Friends with Snakes (But from a Distance) by Rohan Chakravarty (https://storyweaver.org.in/users/21577-rohan-chakravarty) Translated into Marathi by Bhagyashree Kenge Illustrated by Rohan Chakravarty Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) Narrated by Asawari Doshi Naagin and Dhaman are here to make friends with you, but from a distance. After all, they are snakes. Find out everything you wanted to know about these beautiful reptiles and also learn how to stay safe and let snakes slither to safety! Story's Video: https://youtu.be/QtCbeg0mBhU Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/95353-sapanashi-dosti-pan-durunach-han Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story When I Grow Up by Priyadarshini Gogoi. Translated into Hindi by Sadaf Jafar. Illustrated by Tarique Aziz. Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) . Narrated by Asawari Doshi. I am Papori and I will be an engineer when I grow up. This book is about all the things I will build. It is full of big words, but it is full of big adventures too. Come join me! Story's Video: https://youtu.be/MXBKGNV71EQ Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/114554-jab-main-badi-ho-jaungi Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story Lion on the loose by Paro Anand. Translated into Marathi by Utkarsha Manish Illustrated by Avishek Sen Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi Do rainy days make you feel that the world is full of possibilities? The lion in the story certainly believes so! Read this story to meet him as he takes a rainy day holiday from the zoo and have as much fun as the children in the story. After all, the author maintains that this story is ‘almost true’! Story's Video: https://youtu.be/RdMsKJu9CHE Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/17238-sivnh-phirayla-gela Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story Cheenu's Gift by Sridala Swami. Translated into Hindi by Manisha Chaudhry. Illustrated by Suvidha Mistry. Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) . Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Cheenu has a lot of fun helping his father. Sometimes, there is a special treat for him too! Story's Video: https://youtu.be/zRmR0cN-Tmw Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/634-kabadiwala Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story सतरंगी लड़कियाँ (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/104791-rainbow-girls) by Kamla Bhasin (https://storyweaver.org.in/users/35663-kamla-bhasin) . Translated into English by Kamla Bhasin (https://storyweaver.org.in/users/36335-kamla-bhasin) . Illustrated by Priya Kuriyan (https://storyweaver.org.in/users/57-priya-kuriyan) .  Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) . Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Are all girls alike? Do they like the same things, should they all dress similarly? Let's think about it. Story's Video: https://youtu.be/6ZL1jMDhatM Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/111755-rainbow-girls Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Book Title: Pustak Na Vachnari Mulgi (A girl who doesnot read books) Published by: Jyotsna Prakashan, Pune Language: Marathi Link to purchase this book online : https://jyotsnaprakashan.com/books/marathi/%E0%A4%AC%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%B2%E0%A4%B8%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%B9%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%A4%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%AF/pustak-na-vachnari-mulgi-jp168 Video for this Book Recommendation: https://youtu.be/zvmh2sx76TU This book is a beautiful example of two parallel stories in the same book - one by author and another by illustrator. Totally opposite daily routine of a girl and her parents. Parents are just in love with the books, so much that books are everywhere in the house. And for the girl, books are just obstacles, unnecessary. What happens next when the heap of books fall on the ground in that girl's room? Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Book Title: PLUTO (Bi-Monthly Hindi Magazine) Published by: Ektara - Takshshila ka Baal Sahitya Evam Kalaa Kendra Language: Hindi Link to subscribe this magazine: https://www.ektaraindia.in/product-category/pluto-issues/pluto-subscription/ Video for this Book Recommendation: https://youtu.be/8Bn5CHxgLRg 'Pluto' is a bi-monthly magazine in Hindi for kids. Beautifully and thoughtfully written, illustrated and edited !! The stories and poems from this magazine have a good magnet for children to listen and develop liking towards Hindi language.  Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Going on postponing the TO-DO list may result into loosing the important and joyous opportunities. Try to do your work on time. It will give you immense satisfaction and better time  management. A beautiful story by Saral Spandan magazine. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com (http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati AudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story by Shilpi Pradhan. Translated by Shannon David. Illustrated by Jupiter Pradhan. Published By Room to Read (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/1280-room-to-read) . Narrated by Asawari Doshi. ‘Rama Goes to Town’ tells the story of a young girl who leaves her village for the first time on a visit to the town with her father. She learns about all the different forms of transportation and motor vehicles. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/42863-rama-goes-to-town Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Written by Lovleen Misra Illustrated by Somesh Kumar Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) Narrated by Asawari Doshi Holidays are precious! A celebration of endless summer vacations in verse. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/43535-chhutti Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story by Nazia Jabeen Translated into Hindi by Rose Larsen Illustrated by Mamun Hossain Published By Room to Read (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/1280-room-to-read) Narrated by Asawari Doshi When a wild elephant turns up in Girisha’s village, people are afraid, but not Girisha. She is brave. What do you think she will do to calm the elephant? Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/38407-girisha-from-the-hills Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story Lost and Found (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/356-lost-and-found) by Sukhada Rahalkar Translated into Hindi by Poonam S. Kudesia Illustrated by Sukhada Rahalkar Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) Narrated by Asawari Doshi. A little boy looks for something he has lost and guess what happens when he finds it? Listen to the story to find out for yourself. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/357-khoya-paaya Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Written by Shweta Ganesh Kumar Illustrated by Ogin Nayam Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) . Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Meenu dislikes tiffin time because Amma always gives her idlis. But what do her classmates bring for lunch? Meenu decides to peek into their boxes and find out. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/105546-the-tiffin-gang Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story काकूचं बाळ (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/77-kakuche-bal) by Madhuri Purandare (https://storyweaver.org.in/users/71-madhuri-purandare) . Translated into Hindi by Manohar Notani. Illustrated by Madhuri Purandare. Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) . Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Anu and her mother visit Aunty Jui to see her new baby. Aai and Aunty fuss over her but Anu thinks the baby is really silly. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/78-jui-mausi-ki-beti Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Written by Somak Ghoshal. Illustrated by Proiti Roy. Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) . Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Piku loves long summer afternoons and does not like dark summer evenings. But his afternoons become darker, when, one day, there is no one to read Piku a story. Will Piku’s books remain unread? Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/104751-piku-s-little-world Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

George Washington Carver - All-time greatest Agriculture Scientist. His recycle, reuse concept from the 19th century is very much applicable in the present time scenario of Use and Throw.  These Indian Agricultural Scientists dedicated their life to evolve the technological and agricultural pattern of Indian agriculture. This book is a tribute to various Indian Agricultural Scientists.  Book "Deshodeshinche Krushishastradnya" written by Dr. K K Kshirsagar. Published by Krushi Granth Bhandar, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati AudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story Sringeri Srinivas Learns to Laugh by Rohini Nilekani. Translated into Hindi by Rajesh Khar. Illustrated by Angie & Upesh. Published By Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Sringeri Srinivas was tearing his hair in anger in Annual Haircut Day. He came up with a great idea in Too Many Bananas. In Too Much Noise, he found peace. In this book, the crazy but lovable, long-haired farmer becomes very, very angry again. Story's Video: https://youtu.be/84t7WpWys28 Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/8527-sringeri-srinivas-ne-hansna-seekha Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Book Title: Salo ki Palo (Run around..) Author: Sai Paranjape Published by Mauj Prakashan Gruh, Mumbai. Language: Marathi Video of this post: https://youtu.be/XXZP3hgAVoQ Buy this book online:  http://marathiboli.com/salo-ki-palo King, his court and courtiers, all are just better from one another !! King is drastically looking for a pet and what he found is one bedbug. He quickly decides that bedbug will be his pet and then a chain of tiresome jobs for his courtiers and laughter waves for us. Enjoy this childrens' play in Marathi which takes us back in our childhood time of king, kingdom, courtiers, ... Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com (http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story in Vietnamese. Translated into English by Alisha Berger Published By Room to Read (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/1280-room-to-read) Narrated by Asawari Doshi May lives in a mountaintop village miles away from the sea. When her teacher tells her class about his own village by the ocean, May is breathless. She is desperate to see this mysterious sea—but how? Story's Video: Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/23622-may-searches-for-the-sea Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story Get Down, Rocky! (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/61394-get-down-rocky) by Annie Besant. Translated into Hindi by Madhubala Joshi. Illustrated by Sandhya Prabhat. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi When Rocky gets stuck on the roof of a church, Rose’s family and neighbours try to bring him down. Will they be able to rescue Rocky? Story's Video: https://youtu.be/SBnUp_f7XUY Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/61893-neeche-utar-ja-rocky Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story Chuskit Goes to School! (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/21-chuskit-goes-to-school) by Sujatha Padmanabhan Translated into Hindi by Manisha Chaudhry Illustrated by Madhuvanti Anantharajan Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Nine year old Chuskit longed to go to school, to make friends, learn math and play games. But she could not... until Abdul decided to do something about it. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/15699-chuskit-school-chali Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story in the Vietnamese language.  Translated into English by Sanjana Khoobchandani Published By Room to Read (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/1280-room-to-read) Narrated by Asawari Doshi The little lumps of clay in the field are bored with where they live. They want to explore the world. Their friend, Miss Wind, advises them to transform into fine pieces of pottery so they can travel to different lands. What will happen to them? Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/22321-the-clay-s-adventure Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story Sudipta Sengupta - The Rock Reader (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/61595-sudipta-sengupta-the-rock-reader) by Veena Prasad. Translated into Marathi by Varsha Gajendragadkar. Illustrated by Manjari Chakravarti. Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Sudipta loves climbing mountains, and she can read rocks like books. As the first Indian female geologist in Antarctica, she scales the Schirmacher Hills to find out what stories the rocks have to tell. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/64669-khadakpremi-sudipta-sengupta Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story in Vietnamese.  Illustrated by Nguyễn Minh Hải and Nguyễn Minh Hải.  Translated into English by Gouri Srindhi. Published By Room to Read (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/1280-room-to-read) Narrated by Asawari Doshi Teo is missing the fingers on his right hand, but he loves painting and hopes to become a painter. Do you think Teo will be able to live out his dream in art class? Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/22543-the-special-painter Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Book Title: Lights.. Camera.. Action! Author: Rupali Bhave Published by Pratham Books Language: Marathi Beautiful illustration by Sunaina Nair Kanjilal. Amazing book about the journey of making first movie by Legendary Shri Dadasaheb Phalke. Video of this post: https://youtu.be/Ph_2IwXlveo Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story The Scavenger Hunt (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/71750-the-scavenger-hunt) by Ajit Narra. Translated into Hindi by Sandhya Gandhi. Illustrated by Arkapriya Koley Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) Narrated by Asawari Doshi Lajjo has to find all the items on her list in order to win Daadu’s game. The family is puzzled. Why is Daadu sending Lajjo on a scavenger hunt in the middle of a crisis? Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/86694-jugaad-se-jaadoo Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Written by Arundhati Nath. Illustrated by Priyankar Gupta. Published By Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Anu loves cricket and her dream is to play the game. Find out how Anu bowls everyone over when she plays her first match. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/43897-ready-yes-play Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

New research is going on to prolong the melting of ice cream. It is still under experiment.  Article by Srushtidnyan Science magazine.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story उहु ! उहु ! जाडो ! by Shantdas Manandhar and Shilpi Pradhan. Translated by Alisha Berger. Illustrated by Abin Shrestha. Published By Room to Read (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/1280-room-to-read) . Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Chunu and Munu wake up on a freezing cold morning. They can’t find their warm clothes! Where can clothes be? Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/43229-chunu-munu-it-s-freezing Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story A Butterfly Smile (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/11627-a-butterfly-smile) by Mathangi Subramanian. Translated into Hindi by Meera Hadap. Illustrated by Lavanya Naidu. Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Kavya’s family has just moved from her village to Bengaluru and she is the newest girl in her class. Go along with Kavya as she visits a butterfly park where she discovers a special connection with butterflies and also makes a new friend. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12245-titli-aayi-muskuraayi Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Written by Rustom Dadachanji. Illustrated by Tanvi Bhat. Published By Pratham Books (https://storyweaver.org.in/publishers/441-pratham-books) . Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Mr. Centipede wears 21 pairs of boots on his morning walk. But with so many legs to choose from, how does he know which foot to use first? Join Mr. Centipede and his garden friends in this story about counting and indecision! Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/26371-best-foot-forward Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story Gadbad Das in 'No water for you!' (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/63968-gadbad-das-in-no-water-for-you) by Jayanto Banerjee. Translated into Marathi by Jui Kulkarni. Illustrated by Jayanto Banerjee. Published By Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Gadbad Das is the son of the famous singer, Gardhab Das. He lives in a small town in India. Like his father, Gadbad is a very bad singer. Everybody knows this, except him! He does various odd jobs to survive and solves his problems musically mostly. Like this one, where there is no water for his puncture shop. Off goes Gadbad Das to find some water, but it’s not as easy as you’d think. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/65359-gadabaddascha-pani-palala (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/56312-saru-ani-tiche-iwlansam-gupit) Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

If there is a tendency like "How does it matter to me?", "So what!",  then it is time to rethink and change. Story by Saral Spandan Magazine. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com (http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiAudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story The Magic Letter by Aaquib Jaleel. Translated into Hindi by Abhilasha Saksena. Illustrated by Shreya Sen. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Ijas receives a letter from his best friend Vikram. He can't wait to read it! But when he opens the letter, he is in for a surprise. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/63081-jaadui-chitthee (https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/56312-saru-ani-tiche-iwlansam-gupit) Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELtStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speakPlayer.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiaudioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Let's know about Geometry of Motions - Linear, Non-Linear, Periodic and Circular Motion. **Written by Aniket Kavathekar**. ([https://scitechinmarathi.com/](https://scitechinmarathi.com/)) **Narrated by Asawari Doshi.** One of the innovative and sincere efforts by Aniket Kavathekar to explain Physics, Applied Physics and Mechanics in simple terms in Marathi. He has explained these science concepts in Vikram Vetal Story series format. That's so unique about this. **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Better not to have a prejudice in mind about anyone, based on past experience. You might see some new perspective.   A story by **Saral Spandan magazine.** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. **Our website:** [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story **Saru and her Little Secret** by Sunita Lad Bhamray. Translated by Sandhya Taksale. Illustrated by Divya George Published By **Pratham Books.** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi** Mai does not approve of indiscipline and Saru finds it hard to always walk the straight and narrow path. Saru often gets into trouble with Mai. What has she done this time? What will happen when Mai finds out? Read on to find out more. **Storyweaver link:** [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/56312-saru-ani-tiche-iwlansam-gupit](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/56312-saru-ani-tiche-iwlansam-gupit) **Our website:** [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story टोपीवाला by Ananta Prasad Wagle. Translated into English by Shannon David. Illustrated by Promina Shreshtha Published By **Room to Read**. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. On a long day's work, a hat seller rests under a tree without realizing that a family of monkeys are living in its branches. Curious as ever, the monkeys come down from the branches and take all of the hats from the hat seller’s bag. Join the hat seller as he tries to trick the monkeys into giving him his hats back. **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/45832-the-hat-seller](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/45832-the-hat-seller) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/N9603MfZdBo](https://youtu.be/N9603MfZdBo) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Written by Sarat Talluri Rao. Illustrated by Aratrika Choudhury. Published By **Pratham Books.** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. Pintu is lonely in his new school. Whenever he approaches his classmates, they form a closed circle. Then Pintu finds pi. **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/61788-how-pintu-found-pi](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/61788-how-pintu-found-pi) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/uWM5qM2F3yY](https://youtu.be/uWM5qM2F3yY)[](https://youtu.be/gxCuiRHs6OA) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Being content and helping out others with what we have is important.  A story by **Saral Spandan magazine**. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** **Our website:** [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

On occasion of National Science Day, we, human beings, need to rethink while evolving new technologies and uncontrolled usage of the same. We have to think wisely about recycling and reuse. That will be a real tribute on  National Science Day. Article by **Srushtidnyan Science magazine**.  Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Written by Agnes Mabururu. Illustrated by Jesse Breytenbach, Vusi Malindi, and Wiehan de Jager Published By **African Storybook Initiative** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi** We all have different abilities, but find out what we have in common. **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/22384-different-abilities](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/22384-different-abilities) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/gxCuiRHs6OA](https://youtu.be/gxCuiRHs6OA) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

**Dr. Prabhakar Mahadev Taamboli** - A soil fertility expert - an important aspect in agricultural development. These Indian Agricultural Scientists dedicated their life to evolve the technological and agricultural pattern of Indian agriculture. This book is a tribute to various Indian Agricultural Scientists.  Book "**Naamvant Bharatiya Krushi Shastradnya**" written by **Dr. K K Kshirsagar**. Published by Krushi Granth Bhandar, Pune. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story A Stitch in Time by Himadri Das and Veena Prasad. Illustrated by Ankitha Kini. Translated into Marathi by Rupali Bhave. Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** First, a ripped shirt and then, a faulty iron box. The day has just begun for Shyam. With everything going wrong one after the other, Shrisha takes him to a Repair Mela where you can fix almost anything.  **Storyweaver link:** [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/50464-takau-nahi-tikau](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/50464-takau-nahi-tikau) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/Vlo11T3QdoE](https://youtu.be/Vlo11T3QdoE) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story Bravo Burli! by Nabanita Deshmukh. Illustrated by Rohit Bhasi. Translated by Manisha Chaudhry.  Published By Pratham Books Narrated by Asawari Doshi The wise people of the Kondh tribe live close to the forest. They know each zigzag path, each large sal and mohua tree, each pug mark of the mongoose and the tiger, and so much more! Young Burli is beginning to read the signs of nature, but is she ready to face the most dangerous ordeal of her life? **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/56378-bahadur-burli](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/56378-bahadur-burli) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/djtD9I8rLuE](https://youtu.be/djtD9I8rLuE) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

How the concept of TIME is useful for us? Is it just for Time Pass? Written by Aniket Kavathekar. ([https://scitechinmarathi.com/](https://scitechinmarathi.com/)) Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. One of the innovative and sincere efforts by Aniket Kavathekar to explain Physics, Applied Physics and Mechanics in simple terms in Marathi. He has explained these science concepts in Vikram Vetal Story series format. That's so unique about this. **Our website:** [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Written by Mukesh Malviya. Illustrated by Proiti Roy Published by **Room to Read** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi** After the Electricity Department installs five electricity poles in their village, the villagers are excited. But when the Electricity Department doesn't return to finish the work, the village is left with five empty poles. What will they do? **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/38342-paanch-khambo-vaala-gaanv](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/38342-paanch-khambo-vaala-gaanv) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/vzzovkJkWt0](https://youtu.be/vzzovkJkWt0) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story and illustrated by Aruna Keerthi Gamage. Translated by Rose Larsen Published By **Room to Read** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi** One day, a real mouse met a computer mouse. Suddenly, a cat began to chase the real mouse and tried to catch him. What happened next? **Storyweaver link:** https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/39756-two-mice **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/jbSdr8R1RgA](https://youtu.be/jbSdr8R1RgA) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

**Dr Mohindersing Randhwa** - a scientist who started the research in Indian Agriculture, a first one to kick start this revolution. These Indian Agricultural Scientists dedicated their life to evolve the technological and agricultural pattern of Indian agriculture. This book is a tribute to various Indian Agricultural Scientists.  Book "**Naamvant Bharatiya Krushi Shastradnya**" written by **Dr. K K Kshirsagar**. Published by Krushi Granth Bhandar, Pune. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. **Our website:** [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Written by Sandhya Taksale. Illustrated by Shailja Jain Chougule. Published By Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Teena loves ghee, especially on her favourite Puran Poli. But where does ghee come from? **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/49360-aai-taje-taje-toop-yete-kuthun](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/49360-aai-taje-taje-toop-yete-kuthun) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/ocRGfpGlcaw](https://youtu.be/ocRGfpGlcaw) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: **YouTube**: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

United Nations General Assembly has declared **11th February as Women's Scientist Day. ** Article by **Srushtidnyan Science magazine. ** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** **Our website:** [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Written by Mala Kumar. Illustrated by Ruchi Shah and **Students of Himalayan Public School**.  Published By **Pratham Books** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. In a tiny school in the Uttarakhand hills, Himani and her classmates learn how to solve real-life problems. The story takes you through her diary entries as she learns the steps to solve problems, big and small. **Storyweaver link:** [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/52584-how-to-solve-a-problem-like-himani](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/52584-how-to-solve-a-problem-like-himani) **Story's Video:** [https://youtu.be/Xn8SbOSJAXc](https://youtu.be/Xn8SbOSJAXc) **Our website:** [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story in Urdu by Shahid Anwar. Translated into Hindi by Shahid Anwar. Illustrated by Tapas Guha. Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** King's Park had a haunted graveyard. Would anyone dare to visit the dead king's tomb on a full moon's night? Ashahar did take the challenge. Was he successful? **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/11217-badshahi-park](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/11217-badshahi-park) **Story's Video:** [https://youtu.be/-a5I3_Np3u0](https://youtu.be/-a5I3_Np3u0) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Exam Special: Use of Mind Mapping Technique while trying to remember answers in an exam hall. It boosts your confidence.  Wish you good "**Mind Mapping**" Students for your exams!  Written by **Aniket Kavathekar**. ([https://scitechinmarathi.com/](https://scitechinmarathi.com/)) Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** One of the innovative and sincere efforts by Aniket Kavathekar to explain Physics, Applied Physics and Mechanics in simple terms in Marathi. He has explained these science concepts in Vikram Vetal Story series format. That's so unique about this. **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Should we speak harsh words? Think twice before doing so. Soft words, helping nature definitely go long way. A beautiful story by **Saral Spandan magazine.** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** **Our website**: [www.booksthatspeak.com](www.booksthatspeak.com) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube:[http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

BooksThatSpeak is very happy to release its **EPISODE NUMBER 200** today! Thank you very much everyone! Original story Hatchu! Ha-aaa-tchu! by Sharada Kolluru. Translated into Hindi by Rajesh Khar. Illustrated by Lavanya Karthik Published By **Pratham Books** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi** हाँछूराम की इस हरक़त से पूरे क़स्बे में क्या क्या नहीं होता है! क्या है यह हरक़त? पढ़िए और जानिए। **StoryWeaver Link:** [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/8814-hantchu-han-tchu](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/8814-hantchu-han-tchu) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/rods21xc-lI](https://youtu.be/rods21xc-lI) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Written by Ashwitha Jayakumar. Illustrated by Tarique Aziz Published By **Pratham Books** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi** Someone’s been eating all of Madhav and Tara’s food. Strange creatures, fuzzy monsters, or something invisible? Who could it be? **StoryWeaver Link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/54646-what-s-that-smell](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/54646-what-s-that-smell) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/DWPq282jyk4](https://youtu.be/DWPq282jyk4) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Insects do the calculation of Time, Work and Speed during their movements. Article by **Srushtidnyan Science magazine**.  Narrated by **Asawari Dosh**i. **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story by **Saura Writers' Group**. Translated into Hindi by Rajesh Khar. Illustrated by Kusha Kumar Barik.  Published By **Pratham Books** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi** एक बार बिल्लियों ने चूहों को अपने यहाँ दावत पर बुलाया। आप को क्या लगता है कि वहाँ क्या हुआ होगा? **StoryWeaver Link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/13701-billion-ki-dawat](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/13701-billion-ki-dawat) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/ntR9g3c_QN8](https://youtu.be/ntR9g3c_QN8) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Let's know more about Baamboo growth and how it invites the draught like situation.   Science articles worth reading and thinking about the same. Book "Naate Nisargashi - Vane, Vanve aani Maanus - Baamboo Van Bhuvni" written by **Dr. K K Kshirsagar**. Published by Mahajan Brothers, Pune. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Written and Illustrated by **Rajiv Eipe**.  Published By **Pratham Books** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi** Meet Anand! He likes driving around and meeting new people. He likes music, dancing, and animals. He likes looking good, and he likes making your neighbourhood look good. He's awesome! **StoryWeaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/51955-anand](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/51955-anand) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/2k2Z19RIEtE](https://youtu.be/2k2Z19RIEtE) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

**TERI** (The Energy and Resources Institute) encourages the work related to Environment. An article about the awards TERI presented to different people and institutions. Article by **Srushtidnyan Science magazine**.  Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story by Phuangthana Phetsavong. Translated into English by Shannon David. Illustrated by Alina Aphayvanh. Published By **Room to Read**. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi** Kham owns a lamp. At night, it helps Kham around the house. But with the arrival of electricity in Kham’s village, will the lamp be forgotten? **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/36484-kham-s-precious-little-lamp](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/36484-kham-s-precious-little-lamp) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/zQW0Ixe8CjM](https://youtu.be/zQW0Ixe8CjM) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Thinking and Verification process as **Cause and Effect Relationship** inside Vikram Vetal in Physics Jungle stories series blog. Written by Aniket Kavathekar. ([https://scitechinmarathi.com/](https://scitechinmarathi.com/)) Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** One of the innovative and sincere efforts by Aniket Kavathekar to explain Physics, Applied Physics and Mechanics in simple terms in Marathi. He has explained these science concepts in Vikram Vetal Story series format. That's so unique about this. Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Let's see how it helps to be humble sometimes instead of being aggressive and arrogant. A story at the time of Mahabharat - Before the Kurukshetra War -   by **Saral Spandan magazine.** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** **Our website:** [www.booksthatspeak.com](www.booksthatspeak.com) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Let's know more about Baamboo.   Science articles worth reading and thinking about the same. Book "Naate Nisargashi - Vane, Vanve aani Maanus - Baamboo Van Bhuvni" written by **Dr. K K Kshirsagar**. Published by Mahajan Brothers, Pune. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** **Our website:** [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Written and illustrated by Vibha Lohani.  Published By **StoryWeaver Community**. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. Madhubani is a traditional art form mainly practiced by women of Madhubani District in Bihar. Some of them have come a long way and their work has been recognized across India and even awarded by the Government. Know more about one State Award Winner - Sunena Devi and the folk art of Madhubani. **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/30815-sunena-devi-story-of-a-madhubani-artist](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/30815-sunena-devi-story-of-a-madhubani-artist) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/GQpyRk500Js](https://youtu.be/GQpyRk500Js) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Let's know about "Importance of Laws and Conditions in Physics" inside **Vikram Vetal in Physics Jungle** stories series blog. Written by **Aniket Kavathekar**. ([https://scitechinmarathi.com/](https://scitechinmarathi.com/)) Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** One of the innovative and sincere efforts by Aniket Kavathekar to explain Physics, Applied Physics and Mechanics in simple terms in Marathi. He has explained these science concepts in Vikram Vetal Story series format. That's so unique about this. **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "**Sailing Ships and Sinking Spoons**" by Jamyang Gyaltsen. Translated into Hindi by Nirmala Shukla. Illustrated by Ngawang Dorjee.  Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. Tenzin and Tashi, two young Tibetan monks, and Genla, the beloved storyteller of the monastery, wonder why a small steel spoon sinks in water but a huge ship floats. Their science teacher Miss Sonam helps them experiment with an apple, a spoon and a tub-full of water to learn more about objects that float. **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/39337-tairate-jahaaz-aur-doobate-chammach](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/39337-tairate-jahaaz-aur-doobate-chammach) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/PYjGDMzhV34](https://youtu.be/PYjGDMzhV34) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Let's meet three amazing extraordinary Indian Scientist personalities - Shri Arvind Gupta, Shri Rajgopal Vasudevan and Dr. Smt. Tesi Thomas  Article by **Srushtidnyan Science magazine**.  Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Story मैं ऐसी ही हूँ! by Bindu Gupta. Illustrated by Kanak Shashi Published By **Room to Read** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi.** Matko is too wide to fit through the yard-gate. Her friends suggest different exercises to help her slim down, but nothing works. Finally, Matko comes up with her own way to fit in. **Storyweaver link:** [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/36071-main-aisee-hee-hoon](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/36071-main-aisee-hee-hoon) **Story's Video:** [https://youtu.be/b2-W1d3nf6A](https://youtu.be/b2-W1d3nf6A) **Our website**: [www.booksthatspeak.com](www.booksthatspeak.com) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Forest fire, which is more man made than natural, has devastating effect on human life and nature.   **Science articles** worth reading and thinking about the same. Book "Naate Nisargashi - Vane, Vanve aani Maanus - Baamboo Van Bhuvni" written by **Dr. K K Kshirsagar**. Published by Mahajan Brothers, Pune. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. **Our website:** [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: [iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt](iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

What is the address of God? Do you know? A beautiful story of a small boy and about his relation with his Dadaji (Grandfather) by **Saral Spandan magazine.** Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. **Our website**: [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "**Tine and the Faraway Mountain**" by Shikha Tripathi. Translated into Hindi by Poonam S. Kudesia. Illustrated by Ogin Nayam. Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. Whooshoo! Whooshoo! In the hilly town of Echali, Tine hears a whisper. It's the mountains calling to her. As she grows up, Tine dreams of getting closer to her beloved mountains. But can she reach the top of the highest mountain in the world? Based on the life of a mountaineer from Arunachal Pradesh, this book celebrates the power of dreams and believing in yourself. **Storyweaver link:** [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/47918-tine-aur-door-base-parvat](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/47918-tine-aur-door-base-parvat) **Story's Video:** [https://youtu.be/RmBT7Ejens4](https://youtu.be/RmBT7Ejens4) **Our website:** [www.booksthatspeak.com](www.booksthatspeak.com) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Let's know about "**Why to Study Physics in first place?**" inside Vikram Vetal in Physics Jungle stories series blog. Written by Aniket Kavathekar. ([https://scitechinmarathi.com/](https://scitechinmarathi.com/)) Narrated by Asawari Doshi. One of the innovative and sincere efforts by Aniket Kavathekar to explain Physics, Applied Physics and Mechanics in simple terms in Marathi. He has explained these science concepts in Vikram Vetal Story series format. That's so unique about this. Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Story written by Sowmya Rajendran. Illustrated by Debasmita Dasgupta. Published By Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Princess Nila is eager to win the Surya Championship, the famous weightlifting contest in her kingdom. But there are so many obstacles to overcome. Not least, a handsome prince and her parents’ expectations. Storyweaver link: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/51690-the-weightlifting-princess](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/51690-the-weightlifting-princess) Story's Video: [https://youtu.be/zTWKfGVN8Aw](https://youtu.be/zTWKfGVN8Aw) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Why sufficient sleep is essential for our health? Article by **Srushtidnyan** Science magazine.  Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Hard work helps us in getting more experience. It will definitely help us now or later. Title of the story "Music Class". Beautiful story by Saral Spandan magazine.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "**Nani's Walk to the Park**" by Deepa Balsavar. Translated into Marathi by Vandana Kulkarni. Illustrated by Deepa Balsavar. Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by **Asawari Doshi**. Venki's Nani has a special relationship with her neighbourhood. When Venki decides to go to the park with her, the walk turns into an adventure! Storyweaver link: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/48478-aajibarobar-baaget](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/48478-aajibarobar-baaget) Story's Video: [https://youtu.be/G5ZaoxI8yKQ](https://youtu.be/G5ZaoxI8yKQ) Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Story Written by Zac O'Yeah. Brilliantly illustrated by Niloufer Wadia.   **Published By Pratham Books.** **Narrated by Asawari Doshi.** Shree loves learning new things on the computer. It has games and it has social media sites! She is thrilled to make a new friend on one such site. But is this friend lying to her? Find out for yourself in this cyber-thriller. **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/50835-the-mystery-of-the-cyber-friend](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/50835-the-mystery-of-the-cyber-friend) Story's Video : [https://youtu.be/jWyqCXxusGY](https://youtu.be/jWyqCXxusGY)[](https://youtu.be/7BRsVsRJ8y8) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) **Stitcher**: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) **Player.fm**: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) **AudioBoom**: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** **YouTube**: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

There is a deep relation between Man and Forest. Man needs to work towards maintaining and safeguarding our forests. Science articles worth reading and thinking about the same. Book "Naate Nisargashi - Vane, Vanve aani Maanus - Baamboo Van Bhuvni" written by Dr. K K Kshirsagar. Published by Mahajan Brothers, Pune. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** **iTunes**: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) **Stitcher**: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) **Player.fm**: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) **AudioBoom**: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** **YouTube**: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Preface about Vikram Vetal in Physics Jungle stories series blog. Written by Aniket Kavathekar. ([https://scitechinmarathi.com/](https://scitechinmarathi.com/)) Narrated by Asawari Doshi. One of the innovative and sincere efforts by **Aniket Kavathekar** to explain Physics, Applied Physics and Mechanics in simple terms in Marathi. He has explained these science concepts in Vikram Vetal Story series format. That's so unique about this. **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: **iTunes**: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) **Stitcher**: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) **Player.fm**: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) **AudioBoom**: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: **YouTube**: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Whatever we experience, good or bad, is the result of our past deeds. There is nothing to blame or consider anyone else responsible for that. Everyone is the Messenger in our life!  Title of the story "Messenger". Beautiful story by Saral Spandan magazine.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story "**Let's Make Some Lime Juice!**" by Nandini Bajpai. Illustrated by Niloufer Wadia. Translated into Marathi "Chala, Karu ya limbu paani" by Sai Keskar Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Eight children are playing in the hot sun. They want to make a jug of lime juice from the recipe Raju Uncle gives them. How do they measure out the ingredients? How do they divide the drink equally? The concept of fractions is introduced using a yummy recipe! Storyweaver link: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/38907-chalaa-karuya-limbu-sarabat](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/38907-chalaa-karuya-limbu-sarabat) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/X_oYuin3gho](https://youtu.be/X_oYuin3gho) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "**Mukhil's Bloody Adventure**" by Kannal Achuthan. Translated into Hindi "मुखिल का रक्तरंजित अभियान" by Nagraj Rao. Illustrated by Tanvee Nabar. Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. जब माँ को पता चलता है कि मुखिल को बुखार है वह उसे अस्पताल ले जाती हैं। चलिए मुखिल के साथ चलें जो पहली बार अपने खून की जाँच करवा रही है। **Storyweaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/33446-mukhil-ka-raktaranjit-abhiyaan](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/33446-mukhil-ka-raktaranjit-abhiyaan) **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/34jGeetCNFo](https://youtu.be/34jGeetCNFo) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: **iTunes**: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) **Stitcher**: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) **Player.fm**: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) **AudioBoom**: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: **YouTube**: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "Kheer on a Full Moon Night" by Mala Kumar and Manisha Chaudhry. Translated into Marathi by Sandhya Taksale. Illustrated by Priya Kuriyan. Published by **Pratham Books**. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Meenu wants to play a mrudangam, dham, dham dham, and do you know, Amma wants to learn to ride a scooter? The Dasara holidays promise to be a lot of fun! **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/f3HU-5Gohqo](https://youtu.be/f3HU-5Gohqo) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **StoryWeaver link**: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/229-kojagiri-ani-masala-doodh](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/229-kojagiri-ani-masala-doodh) **Listen to the podcast**: **iTunes**: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) **Stitcher**: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) **Player.fm**: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) **AudioBoom**: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** **YouTube**: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Written by Mala Kumar and Manisha Chaudhry. Illustrated by Priya Kuriyan.  Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Meenu wants to play a mrudangam, dham, dham dham, and do you know, Amma wants to learn to ride a scooter? The Dasara holidays promise to be a lot of fun! **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/gpwZ1muK784](https://youtu.be/gpwZ1muK784) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: **iTunes**: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) **Stitcher**: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) **Player.fm**: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) **AudioBoom**: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: **YouTube**: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Written by Shivika Nayyar. Illustrated by Diya Ullas. Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Vivaan is going for a classical music concert with his mother. A whole world of musical instruments awaits. **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/YIfCDzq4NWU](https://youtu.be/YIfCDzq4NWU) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** **iTunes**: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) **Stitcher**: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) **Player.fm**: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) **AudioBoom**: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: **YouTube**: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "**Panipuri inside a Spaceship**" by Vidya Pradhan. Illustrated by Arpita Bhattacharjee. Translated into Marathi by Jui Kulkarni. Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Chikki is fussy about food. She dislikes mooli paratha because she thinks it smells. She wants to explore space. But she wonders if she will get pizza, panipuri and ice cream in a spaceship.  Join Chikki and Ninu for lunch as they discuss what astronauts eat while on a mission and why. **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/tNeQ0swgerA](https://youtu.be/tNeQ0swgerA) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos**: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Written by Rohini Mohan. Illustrated by Jayesh Sivan. Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Noorain is on a mission to learn cycling so that she can win a race against her best friend Wasim. But Noorain’s Mission Cycle gets complicated as conflict escalates in her city. **Story's Video**: [https://youtu.be/dsSr1zRvfEA](https://youtu.be/dsSr1zRvfEA) **Our website**: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) **Listen to the podcast**: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "**Walking in the Wild**" by Sejal Mehta. Translated into Hindi by Swagata Sen Pillai. Illustrated by Barkha Lohia. Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. चलिए एक सैर पे चलें, ज़खुमा के साथ - एक निडर गार्ड जो मिज़ोरम के जंगलों में रहता है। जैसे जैसे ज़खुमा हमें अपने जंगल से परिचित करवाता है, हमें अलग-अलग जानवरों के बारे में नई जानकारी मिलती है और हम यह भी समझ पाते हैं कि जंगल की रखवाली कैसे की जाती है। Story's Video: [https://youtu.be/RZSKWOaKs7o](https://youtu.be/RZSKWOaKs7o) Our website: [**http://www.booksthatspeak.com/**](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Story written by Timira Gupta. Beautifully and Brilliantly illustrated by Rajiv Eipe. Published By Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Chutku returns from his walks with his aunt, his pocket full of treasures and stories. Narrated from a child’s point of view, this is the story of the heartwarming relationship between an aunt and her nephew. Story's Video: [https://youtu.be/jwFHC1um7Eg](https://youtu.be/jwFHC1um7Eg) Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) AudioBoom: [https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Story written by Bijal Vachharajani. Illustrated by Jayesh Sivan. Published By **Pratham Books**. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Without seeds, there would be no food to eat or clothes to wear. Inspired by a real-life event, this is the story of a village that comes together to open a seed bank. Story's Video: [https://youtu.be/7B7SiIq_vNE](https://youtu.be/7B7SiIq_vNE) Our Website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](www.booksthatspeak.com) **Listen to the podcast:** iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) **Watch Videos:** YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) **Twitter**: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "**The Night the Moon Went Missing**" by Shreya Yadav. Translated into Hindi by Puja Omveer Rawat. Beautifully illustrated by Sunaina Coelho. Published by **Pratham Books**. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. एक रात जब चाँद सागर से नहीं निकला, तब मायशा और उसकी दोस्त उछली, एक उछलने वाली मछली, ने उसको ढूँढने का ज़िम्मा उठाते हैं। पर वो अँधेरी रात में, गहरे सागर में रौशनी के बिना चाँद को आखिर ढूँढेंगें कैसे? Story's Video: [https://youtu.be/ScnVYmmrr1w](https://youtu.be/ScnVYmmrr1w) Our website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Should we get upset with anyone's comment about our performance? No, definitely not. Instead, let's take it positively and accept it as a challenge. Go for it!  Title of the story "Challenge". Beautiful story by Saral Spandan magazine.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Story written by Nandini Nayar. Beautifully illustrated by Ashwini Hiremath. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. When Mini and Tara’s home is flooded because of a broken pipe in the bathroom, Amma comes to the rescue. What’s in Amma’s tool-kit? Story's Video: [https://youtu.be/x0_6KDDUYlA](https://youtu.be/x0_6KDDUYlA) Our website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](www.booksthatspeak.com) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "Whoopee… Hyperloop!" by Sreelata Menon. Translated into Hindi by Madhubala Joshi. Illustrated by Satya Krishna Prakash. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Published by Pratham Books. विष्णु को नर्इ जगहें देखना पसंद है। लेकिन उसे लंबी यात्राएँ नापसंद हैं। वह सोचता है कि काश हमारे पास यातायात के तेज़ गति से चलने वाले साधन होते। इसलिए हाइपरलूप के बारे में पढ़ कर वह बस हवा में उड़ रहा है व्हऊऊ! आम लोगों के लिए चलने वाला भविष्य का यह यातायात का साधन क्या है? Story's Video: [https://youtu.be/o8tz6ku3P18](https://youtu.be/o8tz6ku3P18) Our website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

The original story in English "Welcome to the Forest" by Bhavna Menon. Translated into Marathi by Varsha Gajendragadkar. Illustrated by Kavita Singh Kale. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Published by Pratham Books. Tulsa is off to Kanha Tiger Reserve with her school friends. Along with the forest officials, the students experience the jungle in a unique and exciting way. Story's video: [https://youtu.be/21J7sONf_dU](https://youtu.be/21J7sONf_dU) Our website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](www.booksthatspeak.com) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story All Aboard by Rohini Kejriwal. Illustrated by Sahitya Rani. Translated into Hindi by Deepa Tripathi. Story narrated by Asawari Doshi. Story published by Pratham Books. नीना का परिवार कोलकाता से दिल्ली रहने जा रहा है, और वह इस बात से ख़ुश नहीं है। क्या उसके माता-पिता रेलगाड़ी के सफ़र में उसका मन बहला पाएंगे? YouTube link to this story: [https://youtu.be/hq9Bpzha_KY](https://youtu.be/hq9Bpzha_KY) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "The Bone Puzzle" by Lavina Mahbubani. Translated into Hindi by Rishi Mathur. Illustrated by Rajasee Ray. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. ज़ोया और अरमान ने माँ की क्लिनिक में सब कुछ उथल-पुथल कर डाला है। अगर माँ को पता चल गया तो उनकी ख़ैर नहीं। क्या वह आपसी मनमुटाव भुला, मिलजुल कर हल निकाल पाएंगे? Our website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "Kallu's world 3 - Mangu Mali and the Ambia Bhoot" by Subhadra Sen Gupta. Illustrated by Tapas Guha. Translated by Sucheta Kadethankar. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Everybody in Khajuria knew about Munia's temper. Everybody also knew how stingy Mangu Mali was about giving away mangoes from the tree in his orchard. Now, Munia wanted mangoes…really badly and that too from Mangu Mali's orchard. Can you imagine a situation like this? Our website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Story written by Karanjeet Kaur. Illustrated by Bhavana Vyas Vipparthi. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Story's Video on YouTube: [https://youtu.be/p5j7DQk-u7M](https://youtu.be/p5j7DQk-u7M) A cloud of trash is hanging over Cheekoo’s head, making her the unhappiest girl in the world. Read this wonderful story to find out how Cheekoo gets rid of this horrible trash cloud. Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Title of the story "Kharu Daan Kayu?" (Real Donation). Beautiful story by Saral Spandan magazine.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Let's understand the real meaning of donation. What is important in donation? The quantity of the donation? Or the sincerity behind giving the donation? The video link for this story: [https://youtu.be/6s1N4tCiE0I](https://youtu.be/6s1N4tCiE0I) Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story "Creatures of Old" by Veena Prasad. Translated into Hindi by Vibha Lohani. Illustrated by Kabini Amin. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi.  Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) क्या आपने कभी यह सोचा है कि हमारा ग्रह लाखों साल पहले कैसा रहा होगा? किस तरह के जीव-जंतु हमारी पृथ्वी पर रहा करते होंगे? मानव सभ्यता की रचना से पहले प्राग ऐतिहासिक काल में किस तरह के पेड़-पौधे और जंगल उगा करते होंगे? यह सब जानने का एक ख़ास तरीका हैं - जीवाश्म विज्ञान, एक ऐसा विज्ञान जो धरती की खुदाई में निकले अनेकों सुराग और सूत्रों को समझने और जोड़ने पर आधारित है। Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Beautiful story written by Amrutash Misra. Illustrated by Zainab Tambawalla. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Story video: [https://youtu.be/8mmtDu5r7k8](https://youtu.be/8mmtDu5r7k8) Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Storyline: Diya’s Pa has never gone to school. So she decides to teach him herself. Pa listens to her most of the time, but Math Days are difficult. How does Diya manage? Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Story Written by Sanjiv Jaiswal 'Sanjay'. Illustrated by Ajit Narayan. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Story's Video: [https://youtu.be/z_2OmCmndJ4](https://youtu.be/z_2OmCmndJ4) Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Storyline: पढ़िए हाथी और खरगोश की दोस्ती की प्यारी कहानी। Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Story Written by Asha Nehemiah. Illustrated by Aindri Chakraborty. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Story's video: [https://youtu.be/iRHwCzIXKTg](https://youtu.be/iRHwCzIXKTg) Our website: [http://www.booksthatspeak.com/](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Storyline: Valli and Ramesh live under a cloud of fear because of their father, who has a frightening temper. Will things ever change for them? A story about domestic violence, grit and hope. Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: [audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak](audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak) Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Story about a little girl, who goes to school and also helps her mother in her daily chores - with a smiling face... (Tags: Girl, School, Work, Household, Mother, Stories) Beautiful story by Door Step School Publications. Written by Rajni Paranjpe. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

शाज़िया की साइकिल में लगे चुन्नू-मुन्नू पहिये समझते थे कि वे अनोखे हैं। उन्हें नहीं पता था कि पहिये सब जगह होते हैं, मगर भले ही हमें नज़र न आएँ! Original story "A Big Day for the Little Wheels" by Shals Mahajan. Illustrated by Rae Zachariah. Translated into Hindi by Nagraj Rao. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: [https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12739-nanhe-pahiye-chale-sair-ko](https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12739-nanhe-pahiye-chale-sair-ko) Our website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/](https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

All Kali wanted to do was dance. But how could he? After all, in his village, boys did not dance, especially not Bharatanatyam. A story about dreams and aspirations and believing in them. Beautiful story written by Aparna Karthikeyan. Illustrated by Somesh Kumar. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/30972-kali-wants-to-dance Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story Little by Little by Anupa Lal. Translated by Anupa Lal. Illustrated by Ajit Narayan. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. बहादुर खरगोशों ने बदमाश भेड़िये को कैसे मज़ा चखाया? पढ़िये उसी की रोमांचक कहानी! Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Story written by Abodh Aras. Illustrated by Sumedha Sah. Photographs by Hashim Badani.   Published by Pratham Books.  Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Meet the street dogs of Mumbai. The roads are their playground and they have made the city and the people their own. The pictures in this book have been created using a combination of illustrations and photographs. The illustrations have been made by Sumedha Sah. The photographs have been taken by Hashim Badani. Our website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/](https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

God has given each one of us a unique gift. Appreciate it. Preserve it. Story by Vidya Terdalkar, Illustrated by Pooja Kale. Published by Door Step School. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Original story Lassi, Ice-cream or Falooda? by Mala Kumar and Manisha Chaudhry. Translated into Hindi by Rajesh Khar. Illustrated by Priya Kuriyan. Published by Pratham Books.  Narration: Asawari Doshi. क्या आम पन्ना लस्सी से ज़्यादा मज़ेदार है? या फ़ालूदा इन दोनों से ज़्यादा मज़ेदार है? यह तय करने का अच्छा तरीका तो यही है कि इनको चखा जाए और मीनू ऐसा ही कर रही है। इतनी गर्मी में और किया भी क्या जा सकता है? Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/481-lassi-ya-falooda Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Birds and bats. Kites and planes. How often do you explore the incredible world above us? Get ready to spot the odd ones out in this wonderful book of patterns. Written and illustrated by Aditi Dilip. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/28121-look-up Our website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: [http://apple.co/2fVfELt](http://apple.co/2fVfELt) Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak) Player.fm: [https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati](https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati) audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/](https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/) Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

आर्या हमेशा से उड़ने के सपने देखती थी। आओ जानें आर्या ने अपने सपने साकार कैसे किए। चलिए कॉकपिट में उसके साथ बतौर पायलट उसकी पहली उड़ान पर। सचमुच आज का दिन ख़ास और रोमांचक है! Original story "Arya in the Cockpit" by Nandita Jayaraj. Illustrated by Upamanyu Bhattacharyya. Translated into Hindi by Vibha Lohani. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/13797-cockpit-mein-arya Our website: [www.booksthatspeak.com](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/)[](http://www.booksthatspeak.com/)[](www.booksthatspeak.com) Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: [http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX](http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: [https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak](https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak)

Original story Raju's First Flight by Nandita Jayaraj. Translated into Marathi by Jui Kulkarni. Illustrated by Upamanyu Bhattacharyya. Published by Pratham Books.  Narration: Asawari Doshi It’s an exciting day for Raju. Join him as he prepares for a very special flight journey. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12993-rajuch-pahila-vimaanudaan Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

कावेरी और शिवा मकड़े, मकड़ियाँ देखने निकले। साथ में उनकी शमा दीदी भी हैं। तो चलिए न, हम भी चलें। (Tags: Spiderweb, Ants, Insects, Kids, Stories, Hindi) Original story Off to See Spiders! by Vena Kapoor. Translated into Hindi by Swagata Sen Pillai. Illustrated by Pia Meenakshi. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Narayan, a small boy, used to enjoy his school like all other kids. But now he can't attend the school... Will he be able to go back to school again? (Tags: Door Step School, Marathi, underprivileged, Education, Kids, Stories, School) Beautiful story by Rajni Paranjape - based on a folktale. Illustrated by Sampada Bhanap, Shama Joshi, B. Suhasini, Ishaan Kshirsagar and Pooja Kale. Published by Door Step School (www.doorstepschool.org) Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

रोहन अपने दाँतों में मंजन करने या नहाने से कतराता है। लेकिन उसकी बहन रिया उसे एक ऐसा रहस्य बताती है जिससे उसकी सोच बदल जाती है! Original story Brushing is No Fun! by Srividhya Venkat, Translated by Deepa Tripathi, Illustrated by Anupama Ajinkya Apte.  Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaevr link:https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/7767-dho-daalo Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Kalpana is learning to cycle, but it isn’t easy at all! She falls over and over again, even hurting herself. Does she finally learn to cycle? Does she give up? A heartwarming story about the importance of trying. Original story Kalpana's Cycle by Sowmya Rajendran, Translated into Marathi by Saraswati Naik, Illustrated by Kabini Amin.  Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/11684-kalpanachi-cycle Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Meena is enjoying her summer holidays in Himalayas. She is enjoying the cool river, pleasant smell of the valley flowers and then she realizes, she has one more exam to go . Don't we all start dreaming about our holidays even before our exams get over? Tags: Summer, Holidays, Children, English, Stories Story written by Rajashree Natarajan, illustrated by Deepa Jayaraman. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/6616-summer-holidays Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

The beautiful story describing how Rohan enjoyed his trip to Kokan. And which is his all-time favourite place? (Tags: Kokan, Vacation, Home, Children, Stories, Marathi) This story is originally based on a Foreign story.   Story written by Rajani Paranjape, illustrated by Sampada Bhanap, Shama Joshi, B. Suhasini, Ishaan Kshirsagar and Pooja Kale. Published by Door Step School Publications. (http://www.doorstepschool.org/pune/) Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Does Raghav know what is the super prize he is going to receive, or rather he already has received? Beautiful story from Saral Spandan Magazine. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

What would happen if report cards were not all about studying and writing exams? What marks would you get then? (Tags: Children, English, PrathamBooks, Report card, School grades, Stories) Beautiful story written by Jane De Suza, illustrated by Sonal Gupta. This story can be read at https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/26976-the-very-shocking-report-card Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

It is monsoon, and there's a koel cooing somewhere in the school. But it seems to have a sore throat! Parvez and Stella have never seen or heard a bird with a bad throat before, so they go looking for it. (Tags: Disability, Deaf, School, Friends, Hearing, Koel, English, Stories, Kids) Story written by Mala Kumar, illustrated by 211 Studio. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Story can be read at https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/28158-the-koel-with-the-sore-throat Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

अन्ना मणि एक भारतीय वैज्ञानिक थीं जिन्हें अपने चारों तरफ की दुनिया के बारे में पढ़ना बहुत पसंद था। चलिए झांकते हैं उनकी आठवीं सालगिरह के कुछ लम्हों में और देखते हैं उन्हें वैज्ञानिक बनते हुए। Original story "Anna's Extraordinary Experiments with Weather" by Nandita Jayaraj, illustrated by Priya Kuriyan. Translated into Hindi by Puja Omveer Rawat.  Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/29037-anna-mani-ek-prakhar-mausam-visheshagya Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

परीक्षा का समय हर विध्यार्थि कि ज़िन्दगी मैं बहुत महत्वपूर्ण होता है. परीक्षा पर चुट्की लेते हुए प्रस्‍तुत है ये हास्य व्यंग. Story written by Sumati Joshi. Illustrated by Audrey Agnier, Catherine Groenewald, Deepa Balsavar, Lavanya Karthik, Madhuri Purandare, Nina Sabnani, Soumya Menon, Sunaina Coelho , and Suvidha Mistry. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/17835Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Will the show-off create the lasting impression? Let's hear the story of Mayank, a young man, who is about to step into this big world by taking charge of his new office.  Story published by Saral Spandan Magazine - Saral Baal Vibhaag. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

When lazy Raghu Mama claims he can go on wild adventures without leaving his chair, Amish and Soni are amazed. How does he do it? Can Amish and Soni go on these adventures too? Original story Lazy Mama by Vidya Pradhan, translated into Hindi by Vibha Lohani, illustrated by Rohit Kelkar. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/28598-aalasee-maama Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

The beautiful story describing how much kids understand the importance of trees. Story written by Rajani Paranjape, illustrated by Pooja Kale, published by Door Step School Publications. (http://www.doorstepschool.org/pune/) Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Under cover of darkness, baby olive ridley turtles hatch from sun-warmed eggs on remote beaches. But can our little olive ridley survive the dangers of the ocean? Find out in this charming life story of an olive ridley turtle, and meet several other interesting creatures along the way. Original story Turtle Story by Kartik Shanker, translated into Hindi by Bhavna Pankaj, illustrated by Maya Ramaswamy. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi.  Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/15549-kachua Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Roja’s mother leaves for work early in the day. She promises to be back by bedtime. What will Roja do all day without Amma? This cute story written by Prathiba Swaminathan, illustrated by Alankrita Amaya. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/27121-when-will-amma-be-back Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Bunty does not like soaps. So, she refuses to clean up. Then one night she has a dream. What happens after that? Original story "Bunty and Bubbly" by Sorit Gupto, illustrated by Sorit Gupto, Translated into Marathi by Sandhya Taksale, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/282-bunty-ani-bubbly Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

India is a culturally diverse country and the handicrafts of each state bring out an interesting array of artifacts. Come enjoy a visual walk through the 32nd Surajkund Crafts Mela - a celebration of our art and culture. Story written and illustrated by Vibha Lohani, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/27898-the-32nd-surajkund-international-crafts-mela-a-visual-delight Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Bhoomi was so used to winning every game. She somehow had missed the real meaning and feeling of competition. Let's see in this story how she found this happiness of healthy competition and sportsmanship spirit. Story published by Saral Spandan Magazine - Saral Baal Vibhaag. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Round, fat pooris are a treat in most Indian homes. Why do they puff? There is a whole lot of science behind this simple question. Original story "Why Does A Poori Puff Up?" by Varsha Joshi, Translated into Marathi by Varsha Joshi, illustrated by Sonal Gupta, Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/4099-poori-ka-fugte Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Did you know that fireflies are also called lightning bugs? And did you know that baby fireflies use their glow to chase away predators? Jump right into this book if you want to find out more about these creatures that light up the dark. Original story "Why Can't We Glow Like Fireflies?" by Nabanita Deshmukh, illustrated by Samidha Gunjal, translated into Marathi by Sushrut Kulkarni, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/3938-aaaplyala-kaajwyansarkhe-chamchamtaa-kaa-yet-naahi Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

प्रेम और उसके साथियों को एक छोटी सी डिबिया को ले कर एक बड़ा काम करने को दिया गया। क्या आप भी उनके जैसा काम कर के देखना चाहेंगे? Original story The Big, Big Matchbox by Arvind Gupta, translated into Hindi by Manisha Chaudhry, illustrated by Meenal Singh, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/17395-kitni-badi-maachis Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

A special pen slides under the bed. Rinky tries to get it back but she can’t reach it! Will a simple black block be able to help her? Witty story written by Lavina Mahbubani, illustrated by Rohit Karandadi, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

A nice interaction between animals and children and our capabilities! Funny story written by Madhav Chavan and Meera Tendolkar, illustrated by Santosh Pujari, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/1111-aamhi-saare-praani Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Bunty does not like soaps. So, she refuses to clean up. Then one night she has a dream. What happens after that? Amusing story originally written and illustrated by Sorit Gupto, translated into Gujarati by Shanta Patel. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/587-bunty-ani-bubbly Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Miss Laya the Games Teacher loves helping people! Join her and her fantastic motorbike as they vroom off on a fruit-filled adventure. This is the fourth in a series of stories called Miss Laya's Fantastic Motorbike. Story written by Mala Kumar, illustrated by Abhishek Choudhury, translated into Marathi by Sayali Godse, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/27332-layataichya-bhannat-moterbaikla-phal-avadt-nahit Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Do you like to wear a cap on a sunny day? Find out who else likes to wear a cap in this charming book. Story written by Rohini Nilekani, illustrated by Angie & Upesh, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/234-the-moon-and-the-cap Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

So many flowers, so many colours, so many birds and squirrels chirping and jumping around Meenu! She is enchanted by nature at its best. It is a spring time. Written by Mala Kumar and Manisha Chaudhry, illustrated by Priya Kuriyan, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/71-everything-looks-new Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

What does Anu like the most about her dad? His Mo! Do you know what a Mo is? Actually, Anu likes everyone with a Mo. So much so that when she sees a Mo, she gets funny ideas! Funny story written by and illustrated by Madhuri Purandare, Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/131-babachya-mishya Our Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

कचरे के ढ़ेर से घिरे हुए बच्चे मौज मस्ती कैसे करें? लेकिन एक दिन कहीं से दीदी आईं और बच्चों के जीवन में रंग लाई।किताबें जो उनकी दोस्त हो गईं। Story written by Rukmini Banerji, illustrated by Kaveri Gopalakrishnan, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/1910-didi-ka-rang-biranga-khazaana Our Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Do you like to wear a cap on a sunny day? Find out who else likes to wear a cap in this charming book. Original story The Moon and The Cap by Rohini Nilekani, illustrated by Angie & Upesh, translated into Marathi by Utkarsha Manish. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/237-chandobachi-topi Our Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Miss Laya the Games Teacher loves helping people! Join her and her fantastic motorbike as they vroom off and have different adventures. This is the first in a series of stories called Miss Laya's Fantastic Motorbike. Story Written by Mala Kumar, illustrated by Abhishek Choudhury, published by Pratham Books, Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/25136-miss-laya-starts-her-fantastic-motorbike Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

A millipede hurts herself. She needs help. Now, which is the leg that needs help? A delightful picture book from a winner of Sahitya Akademi’s Bal Sahitya Puraskar. Brilliantly written and illustrated by Madhuri Purandare. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/9884-eekshe-sadatisaawaa-paay Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak

खरगोश के कान हमेशा लम्बे और दुम छोटी नहीं हुआ करती थी। यह तो एक केंकड़े की करामात थी! सच्ची। Original story by Sanatan Juanga, illustrated by Sanatan Juanga, translated into Hindi by Amrit Mishra and Rajesh Khar. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/21228-khargosh-ke-lambe-kaan Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak

A story about a young girl called Amisha who takes a trip to Dahanu. Story written by Yachita Nanda, illustrated by Ajanta Guhathakurta, Amit Kaikini, Anurima Chanda, Bindia Thapar, Isha Valentine, Natasha Sharma, Pallavi Krishnan, Preeti Krishnamurthy, Sangram Keshari Senapati, Sanjhiya Mayekar, and Shikha Nambiar.  Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/17984-trip-to-dahanu Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak

Dipa Karmakar was the first Indian female gymnast to compete in the Olympic Games. In 2016, she finished fourth at the event held in Rio. She grew up in Tripura and began learning gymnastics at the age of five. Read about her journey from Agartala to Rio. Written by Sreelata Menon, illustrated by Sonal Gupta, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/24754-dipa-karmakar-in-perfect-balance Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak

Kottavi Raja had trouble sleeping. Only at night. During the day, when his ministers discussed complex problems, he’d find himself nodding of f. He asked everyone for remedies. Nothing seemed to work. Until... Travel to Kottavi Raja’s land through this book and see what happened next. Original story Kottavi Raja and his Sleepy Kingdom by Yasaswini Sampathkumar. Translated into Marathi by Meera Joshi, illustrated by Henu. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/17069-kottavi-rajachee-zopalu-nagree Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak

Makar Sankranti is celebrated across India with a lot of gaiety. The names vary from Sankranti to Pongal, Uttarayan to Magh Bihu. But very few people know that the festival is also called "Kaale Kauva" or Black Crow festival in Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Written by Vibha Lohani, illustrated by Deepa Balsavar, Vibha Lohani, and Zainab Tambawalla. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/25908-kaale-kauva-fest-makar-sankranti-in-the-hills-of-kumaon Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak

हमारा देश भारत एक गणतंत्र है। प्रत्येक वर्ष 26 जनवरी को भारत में गणतंत्र दिवस मनाया जाता है। इसी दिन 1950 में भारत सरकार अधिनियम (1935) को हटाकर भारत का संविधान लागू किया गया था।  भारतीय संविधान हमें कुछ मौलिक अधिकार व कर्तव्य प्रदान करता है। Written by Ashish kumar Trivedi, illustrated by Ashish kumar Trivedi, Kusha Kumar Barik, Olivia Fraser, Ravi Shukla, Shinsei -Min Toy, Sugrib Kumar Juanga, and Vishnu M Nair. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/22220-bharat-ek-ganatantra Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak

राजी का तो दिन ही ख़राब हो गया। पहले, एक कौआ उसका पकौड़ा झपट कर ले गया। और अब वह उसके सबसे अच्छे दोस्त सलीम को ही चबा जाना चाहता है! क्या इससे भी बुरा कुछ हो सकता है? हाँ, हाँ, बिलकुल। इससे कहीं ज़्यादा बुरा हो सकता है! Original story Kaakaasaurus by Shalini Srinivasan, translated into Hindi by Rishi Mathur, illustrated by Prabha Mallya, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12965 Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast: iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak

Rahi and her classmates are getting ready for their school play. Everyone is excited and nervous about their performance. Will everything go as planned? Funny story written by Neha Singh, illustrated by Samidha Gunjal, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/25840-it-s-play-time Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak

Basava and his sister Sundari live in the port-town of Mamallapuram during the Pallava period. Their father, a sailor, has not returned from his voyage to Kamboja and the children are worried. When they go to the port to find out if anyone there has information about their father's ship, they realise to their dismay that the foreign sailors there don't speak a word of their language! What are they going to do now? Original story Sailing Home by Subhadra Sen Gupta, Translated into Marathi by Shaila Padukone, illustrated by Tapas Guha, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/274-samudrasafarivarun-ghari-parat Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak

हवा कितनी महत्त्वपूर्ण है पर दिखती नहीं !  Original story in Marathi "वारा" by Madhuri Pai, translated into Hindi by Meenakshi Mukherjee, illustrated by Rijuta Ghate, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/211-hawa Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak

Basava and his sister Sundari live in the port-town of Mamallapuram during the Pallava period. Their father, a sailor, has not returned from his voyage to Kamboja and the children are worried. When they go to the port to find out if anyone there has information about their father's ship, they realise to their dismay that the foreign sailors there don't speak a word of their language! What are they going to do now? Written by Subhadra Sen Gupta, illustrated by Tapas Guha, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/272-sailing-home Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

सरला चील या हवाई जहाज़ की तरह आसमान में उड़ना चाहती है।"क्यों नहीं, ज़रूर! तुम उड़ सकती हो।" उसकी नई अध्यापिका ने कहा।अब, सरला उड़ान और हवाई जहाज़ के बारे में अपनी जानकारी आप सबसे साझा कर रही है। Original story in English written by Aditi Sarawagi, translated into Hindi by Arti Smit, illustrated by Lavanya Karthik, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/4329-hawaijahaz-kaise-udate-hain Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

In a canopy forest in India, the Up World and Down World have always been suspicious of each other. But it all changes when Gopa the dormouse drops her book by accident on Fatima’s head. A story about the biodiversity of the canopy forests and friendship. Original story in English written by Padmaparna Ghosh, translated into Marathi by Sushrut Kulkarni, beautifully illustrated by Sunaina Coelho, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/5105-varcha-jag-khalcha-jag Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast:  iTunes: http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

इस कहानी के ज़रिये हमारे साथ समुद्र की गहराई में गोता लगाइये! हम आपको समुद्र के अंदर प्रवाल भित्तियों यानी मूंगे की दीवारों के अनोखे संसार की झलक दिखलाएंगे! सागर की तलहटी में वनस्पतियों के बीच रहने वाले कई किस्म के बेहद अनोखे रंग-रूप वाले सुंदर जीवों के अनूठे संसार को देख आप हैरान रह जाएंगे! Original Story in English written by Rajiv Eipe, translated into Hindi by Rishi Mathur, brilliantly illustrated by Rajiv Eipe, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/5348-gehre-sagar-ke-andar Website: www.booksthatspeak.com Listen to the podcast:  iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Chaitan’s family seldom has guests. One day, a guest arrives. Why does his visit trouble not only Chaitan, but also his dearest friend Gagan? This is a tale of turmoil in the life of a young boy and a near-extinct bird, set in a remote part of Rajasthan. Original story, The Maldhok in the Desert, beautifully written by and illustrated by Jeyanthi Manokaran. Translated into Marathi by Santosh Shintre. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/21266-valvantatla-maldhok Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast:   iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Would you like to have a very special friend? Look into this book and you may find that you already have a very special friend! / શું તમને એક બહુ ખાસ મિત્ર જોઇએ? આવો, આ વાર્તા વાંચો. શું ખબર તમારી પાસે તેવો મિત્ર પહેલાથી જ હોય! Original story in English written by Anupa Lal, translated into Gujarati by Nautami Patel, illustrated by Suvidha Mistry, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/8771-my-best-friend-maari-bahenpani Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

मैं प्यारी सी ऐमन का साथी हूँ। हर दम उसके साथ नज़र आता हूँ। और वक़्त के साथ साथ हम दोनो बड़े हो रहे हैं। मेरी और ऐमन की दोस्ती की यह प्यारी सी कहानी पढ़िये। Original Urdu Story written by Mazhar Ahmad, illustrated by 211 Studio, translated into Hindi by Rajesh Khar, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12013-aiman-ka-basta Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Who did it? Avani does not know. Her mother does not know. But you will know who did it when you read this book about a pea plant. Original story Avani and the Pea Plant by Shruthi Rao. Illustrated by Debasmita Dasgupta. Translated into Marathi by Bhagyashree Kenge. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/8244-avani-ani-vatanyachan-ropatan Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

From the stately Deodar and colourful Coral to the majestic Banyan and common Pipal, the book takes children on a journey across varied landscapes as they count trees, and picture the uses of each tree. Look around you to find more trees, and learn what these terrific trees can do. Original story, Every Tree Counts, by Praba Ram and Sheela Preuitt. Illustrated by Sangeetha Kadur. Translated into Marathi by Varsha Gajendragadkar. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/17147-ekek-zaad-mahattwaache Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Meenu's smart winter uniforms are out and the air is filled with the aroma of roasted nuts. Not to forget a cloud of mist in front of her mouth while she speaks! Let us find out what is happening this winter. Written by Manisha Chaudhry and Mala Kumar, illustrated by Priya Kuriyan, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/86-hot-tea-and-warm-rugs Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast:  iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak   Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati   audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

There’s a new girl in Mira's class. Everyone calls her names because she looks ‘different’. But does everyone have to be the same? Written by Srividhya Venkat. Illustrated by Sayan Mukherjee. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12172-the-new-girl Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast:  iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom:  audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Sam wants his Christmas present now! But it is hidden in a secret place. Would you like to find out what Sam did? This cute story, Original in English, Sam's Christmas Present, by Annie Besant, illustrated by Alicia Souza, translated into Hindi by Rajesh Khar, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/8382-sam-ka-christmas-uphaar Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast:  iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  acebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Join Farida as she fills her tiffin box with different items of food, and meet the animal friends she makes along the way. Story written by Maegan Dobson Sippy, illustrated by Jayesh Sivan, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/24189-farida-plans-a-feast Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Puchku has run out of books to read. Then she discovers more books in the top shelf of the library bookcase. But Puchku is small, and the bookcase tall. How will she ever get to her beloved books? Story written by Deepanjana Pal, illustrated by brilliant Rajiv Eipe, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/24620-a-book-for-puchku Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Welcome to Khajuria - a village where young Kallu and his gang run delightful adventurous riots almost every day. It's Dussehra time and Masterji's annual stage show of Ramlila is ready to go. What's the new twist in Masterji's Ramayan this time? Let's enjoy the story. Humorous story, originally in English, Monkey Business on Stage - Kallu's World 2, by Subhadra Sen Gupta; beautifully illustrated by Tapas Guha, translated into Marathi by Sucheta Kadethankar, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/937-kalluche-kissey-2-makadcheshta Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast:  iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

This charming cumulative tale celebrates the tradition of hand-crafted dolls, inspired by the South Indian Thanjavur Thalai Atti Bommai. Starting with a little ball of clay, we see the fine dancing doll grow before our eyes. The rhythmic descriptive words, stacked in a delightfully repetitive way, invite children to chant along. The vibrant illustrations complete the vivid imagery. Rhythmic story written by Sheela Preuitt and Praba Ram, beautifully illustrated by Debasmita Dasgupta, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/16921-the-doll-that-bommakka-made Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast:  iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Samar and Nivya are terrified of the Rakshas Sweetie-Man. He looks scary, and oh, does he eat little puppies? When their six puppies run into the Rakshas Sweetie-Man’s shop, the twins must rescue them. But then they get the biggest surprise ever! Story written by Ranjit Lal, illustrated by Lavanya Naidu, published by Pratham Books, Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/19586-who-is-afraid-of-the-rakshas-sweetie-man Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Uma never eats her breakfast. Instead, she just plays with it. Can anything be done to stop her from playing with her food? Humorous story written by Meera Ganapathi, illustrated by Renuka Rajiv, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/24191-uma-versus-upma Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast:  iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

How is the forest so clean? Find out how nothing goes to waste in the jungle. Original story in English written by Sejal Mehta, illustrated by Rohan Chakravarty, translated into Marathi by Mrinalinee Vanarase, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/23000-kon-bara-swaccha-kartay-sara Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast:  iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Want to know the secret of coding? It isn't a secret at all! Learn more about how code is all around us. Also refer to www.hourofcode.com Story written by Maggie Johnson, illustrated by Ma'ayan Rosenzweig, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/23451-coding-is-everywhere Youtube link to the story: https://youtu.be/5NVXieYRNd0 Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast:  iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt  Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak  Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati  audioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Parvati and Lakshman - siblings- in spite of living in Patliputra, have never got a chance to catch a glimpse of Maharaja Ashok. They were very keen to see him. One day when they went to Buddha Vihar to give earthen pots, one Budha monk tells them that they will see one important personality in Vihar itself. Instead of that important personality, they met one gentle friend who assures them that they will definitely see Maharaja Ashok. Just listen to this story from Maurya Empire to know what happened further. Original story A Royal Procession by Subhadra Sen Gupta, Illustrated by Tapas Guha, translated into Marathi by Utkarsha Manish, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/1010-shaahi-mirvanuk More about Books That Speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati audioBoom: https://audioboom.com/channel/books-that-speak Watch Videos:  YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

माँ ने स्कूल के डिब्बे में जो खाना रखा है, वह समीरा को पसंद नहीं है। उसके पशु-पक्षी मित्र उसे अपना खाना खाने की दावत देते हैं। पढ़िये समीरा के खाने की चटपटी कहानी! Original story Samira's Awful Lunch by Bharati Jagannathan, Illustrated by Preeti Krishnamurthy and translated into Hindi by Ritu Singh, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/922-yeh-bhi-koi-khana-hai More about Books That Speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

In a village on the slopes of Mount Kenya, a little girl worked in the fields with her mother. She worried as she saw the big forests disappearing, but she knew the power of a tiny seed. Story written by Nicola Rijsdijk, illustrated by Maya Marshak, originally published by BookDash and later on Pratham Books Storyweaver platform. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/13814-a-tiny-seed-the-story-of-wangari-maathai YouTube link for this story: https://youtu.be/YeSudeDImUw To know more about Books That Speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Happy to release this story on 3rd December - The world disability day. There's a new girl in class and our teacher has asked me to be her friend and show her around. But I'm not sure I want to - she's... not like the rest of us! A fascinating tale of friendship and fitting in, which tells its story through letters. A wonderful story written by Payal Dhar, illustrated by Vartika Sharma, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/5144-a-helping-hand Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/NqoC6s1WCKs Know more about Books That Speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

नन्ही सी चींटी के लिए उसका प्रत्येक दिन छोटी बड़ी मुश्किलों से भरा हुआ होता है। छोटी सी होने के बाद भी वह कैसे डट कर मुकाबला करती है इस सब का, क्या आपको मालूम है? आइए, इस नन्ही सी चींटी के साथ एक रोमांचक यात्रा पर चलें। Story written by Sarvendra Vikram, illustrated by Shubhshree Mathur. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12268-dal-ka-dana More about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Putta and Putti know that Muttajji is really, really old. But exactly HOW old is she? Join the twin detectives on an exciting mathematical journey through Muttajji's memories and India's history in their quest to crack the big question. This wonderful story written by Roopa Pai and beautifully illustrated by Kaveri Gopalakrishnan. Published by Pratham Books, Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/5699-how-old-is-muttajji Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/bALfDsHWRkA More about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Meet a bright and playful grandmother. She loves to juggle! This story has been inspired by an entry to the #6FrameStoryChallenge, an illustration campaign conducted by Pratham Books. The illustrations in this book were selected as the one of the winning entries of the #6FrameStoryChallenge. Story written and translated by Mala Kumar and Manisha Chaudhry, illustrated by Niloufer Wadia, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/1278-my-juggling-granny Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/nSCRWpPOUQ8 Know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

There was a cricket bat missing from Rehman Chacha's warehouse, and he suspected that young Ahmed had stolen it. A funny tale from Kashmir, the land of the willow trees. This humorous story written by Vaishali Shroff, illustrated by Tapas Guha, translated into Gujarati by Jayant Meghani, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/17962-bowayelu-bat Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/GwghM8eO4qg Tune into to know more about Books that speak: Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

भीमा की एक समस्या है। सुबह-सुबह उसकी नींद नहीं खुलती। एक नन्ही दोस्त उसकी मदद करती है। क्या आप जानना चाहेंगे कि भीमा की नींद कैसे खुली? Original Story written by Kiran Kasturia, illustrated by Shweta Mohapatra, translated into Marathi by Mukund Taksale, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/333-zhopalu-bheema Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/IG-UHx212_k More about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Welcome to Khajuria – a village where young Kallu and his gang run delightful adventurous riots almost everyday. A world renowned 'Astrologer – Palmist – Tantra Expert  – Futurologist – Numerologist...etc' is visiting the village. What could he predict other than the future... class test questions perhaps? Or perform a few magic tricks? What happens when Kallu's gang decides to check out the 'horoscope man'? No need to go to an astrologer to find out. Humorous story written by Subhadra Sen Gupta, illustrated by Tapas Guha, translated into Marathi by Meera Joshi, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/10855-kalluche-kissey-4-hero-jyotishi Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/cmvQmILO5ig Know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Here is a story set in the hills that shows what bravery and grit can accomplish. Dichi, a brave Bhotiya girl takes part in the Chipko movement to save her beloved trees. Everybody in her village knows that trees give them all the important things in their life. Rapid deforestation in the Himalayan region of Alaknanda river caused floods in the 1970s and gave birth to a movement to save trees by hugging them. Read this heartwarming tale to learn the power of collective action as seen through the eyes of young Dichi. Story written and illustrated by Jeyanthi Manokaran, translated into Marathi by Mrinalinee Vanarase. Published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/15687-chipko-rujle-tyachee-gosht Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/8EXIYFTniEQ To know more about books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Welcome to Khajuria – a village where young Kallu and his gang run delightful adventurous riots almost everyday. Everybody in Khajuria knew about Munia's temper. Everybody also knew how stingy Mangu Mali was about giving away mangoes from the tree in his orchard. Now, Munia wanted mangoes...really badly and that too from Mangu Mali's orchard. Can you imagine a situation like this? Humourous story written by Subhadra Sen Gupta, Illustrated by Tapas Guha, translated into Hindi by Manisha Chaudhry, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/10831-kallu-ke-kissey-3-mangu-mali-aur-ambia-bhoot Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/dxyaLr5zCbw Know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

When the rains did not come, the young men of the village went in search of water. One of them brings back a water seed! Original Story written by Munda Writers' Group, translated into English and Marathi by Amrit Mishra and Sandhya Taksale, Illustrated by Ramani Ranjan Sarangi, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. The stories were written and illustrated by authors and illustrators belonging to these tribes in a series of workshops. This series of books is called Adikahani. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/19983-the-water-seed-paani-ka-beej More about Books That Speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

A clever hare helps his friend, the tortoise. Read on to see how they tricked the jackal. Original story by Saura Writers' Group, beautiful illustrations by Pradip Kumar Sahoo, translated into Hindi by Rajesh Khar and Amrit Mishra, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/21226-siyaar-ki-haar Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/N9XvGCz37NQ More about Books That Speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Biju and his family are weavers in rural Odisha. They create beautiful fabrics to sell in the cities of India and abroad. This is the tale of Biju’s adventures when he accompanies his father to Delhi to sell the saris, and in the process impresses a city boy with his skill. Jaya Jaitly’s fun-filled story is illustrated by Bhramara Nayak in the Patachitra style. Beautiful story written by Jaya Jaitly, artistically illustrated by Bhramara Nayak in the Patachitra style, translated into Marathi by Sandhya Taksale, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/13804-bijune-winli-jadu Youtube link of this story: https://youtu.be/jFL94fofxmE More about Books that Speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

The story is an informative piece about the unique art of Kintsugi - The Japanese art of mending broken pottery. Story written by Vibha Lohani, illustrated by Aman Randhawa, P.G. Dinesh, Suvidha Mistry, and Vibha Lohani, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/15... Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/0cfQxJ-ybGk To know more about Books that Speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Once upon a time, in a little village by a mountain, an old man came to sell his dumplings. He sold one for one cent, two for two cents and three for free! As the villagers started gobbling up the dumplings three at a time, strange things started happening around them. Read this tantalising tale from Taiwan to see what happened in this village by the Ban Pin Shan Mountain! Story written by Greystroke, illustrated by P.G. Dinesh, translated into Marathii by Utkarsha Manish, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/15559-teen-phukat Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/JjnkRmWLiPc To know more about Books that speak: Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: player.fm/series/books-that-sp…i-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: twitter.com/booksthatspeak

रज़ा के अब्बा, रहमत खान, मुग़ल बादशाह अकबर के शाही दर्ज़ी हैं। रज़ा अब्बा के साथ बादशाह के नये कपड़े पहुँचाने महल गया। तब उसे पता चला कि बादशाह कपड़ों के मामले में ज़रा नखरैले हैं... मुग़ल काल के भारत में, रज़ा की होशियारी की प्यारी सी कहानी! Story written by Subhadra Sen Gupta, illustrated by Tapas Guha, translated into Hindi by Manisha Chaudhry, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/711-raza-aur-badshah Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/HYvfaagdBwE To know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

There was a cricket bat missing from Rehman Chacha's warehouse, and he suspected that young Ahmed had stolen it. A funny tale from Kashmir, the land of the willow trees. This humorous story written by Vaishali Shroff, illustrated by Tapas Guha, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/127-the-missing-bat Tune into to know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Learn about the amazing life of a little girl who grew up to use her gift of singing to help bring freedom to South Africa. Wonderful story written by Bianca de Jong , Jade Mathieson, illustrated by Louwrisa Blaauw, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Coincidentally we are releasing her story on 9th Novembner, which is her death Anniversary. Small tribute from us.. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/13939-singing-the-truth-the-story-of-miriam-makeba Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/9DYsZQ4pLrM Tune into to know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Squeezing out the toothpaste from the tube every morning is simple. But do you know how it got into the tube? Let's tell you how. Written by Veena Prasad, beautiful illustrations by Rajiv Eipe, published by Pratham Books on their Storyweaver platform. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/3566-how-does-the-toothpaste-get-into-the-tube Youtube link: https://youtu.be/V__JJVR0o4Y Ways to tune into Books That Speak : Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

The woodcutter of Gura set out to chop-chop-chop wood one day. He climbed up a tree, perched himself on a branch and began cutting. The village priest who was passing by warned him that if he cut the very branch he was sitting on, he would surely fall down and die. Find out what the woodcutter did in this hilarious tale from enchanting Ethiopia. Story written by Veena Seshadri, illustrated by Greystroke, translated into Marathi by Utkarsha Manish, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/663-gura-yethil-lakudtodya Youtube link: https://youtu.be/UGAdLGcIwCA To know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

The woodcutter of Gura set out to chop-chop-chop wood one day. He climbed up a tree, perched himself on a branch and began cutting. The village priest who was passing by warned him that if he cut the very branch he was sitting on, he would surely fall down and die. Find out what the woodcutter did in this hilarious tale from enchanting Ethiopia. Story written by Veena Seshadri, illustrated by Greystroke, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/660-the-woodcutter-of-gura-a-folktale-from-ethiopia Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/yQe4vQnnAM0 To know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Kallu is late for school again. Where did he make his goat run away this time? Or who was sick? He needs to find a story badly... a convincing one. Welcome to Khajuria - a village where young Kallu and his gang run delightful adventurous riots almost everyday. Story written by Subhadra Sen Gupta, illustrated by Tapas Guha, translated into Marathi by Sucheta Kadethankar and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/641-kalluche-kissey-1-thapadya-kallu Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/0QfZn6fBd4g

"Not that one," says Anil's mother when he asks for something. "Not that one!" say all the shopkeepers in the market too. That makes the little boy very angry indeed! This cute story written by Mala Kumar, illustrated by Soumya Menon, translated into Marathi by Siddharth Kelkar, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/84-mala-tech-hava-ahe Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/Rtbz7pKOgyg To know more about books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

How can the baby sleep with so many sounds around him? Find out what disturbs our little one. This cute story written by Lubaina Bandukwala, illustrated by Zainab Tambawalla, translated into Marathi by Sandhya Taksale, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/16556-ting-tong Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/zXuwLabrpX4 To know more about books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Jump and crawl and climb with Satya as he goes along with his mother to the farm where she works. A story about the different and wonderful ways in which we move. Wonderful story written by Yamini Vijayan, translated into Marathi by Mrinalinee Vanarase, Illustrated by Vishnu M Nair, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12360-japoon-re-sattu Youtube link of the story: https://youtu.be/ENX-GFm8af0 To know more about books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Sona loves to help everyone. Now, Sona visits her uncle who makes ice-candies. What will she do there? Story written by Vinita Krishna, illustrated by Suvidha Mistry, translated into Marathi by Sandhya Taksale, published by Pratham books, narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/11976-chatur-naakaachee-hushaar-sona Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/cUnS1tZbo5A To know more about books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Sona loves to help everyone. Now, Sona visits her uncle who makes ice-candies. What will she do there? Story written by Vinita Krishna, illustrated by Suvidha Mistry, published by Pratham books, narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/11947-sona-ki-naak-badi-tez Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/nela6d8IS6o To know more about books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Ghum-Ghum Gharial is out on her very first swim when she realizes that her family has swum off without her. Will she find them? Swim along the river Ganga with Ghum-Ghum and meet many amazing creatures along the way! Story written by Aparna Kapur, illustrated by Roshan Kurichiyanil, translated into Marathi by Rama Murkunde, published by Pratham Books, narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12462-ghum-ghum-susareechi-romanchak-sahal Youtube link of the story: https://youtu.be/T3O6LywiDqk To know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Ghum-Ghum Gharial is out on her very first swim when she realizes that her family has swum off without her. Will she find them? Swim along the river Ganga with Ghum-Ghum and meet many amazing creatures along the way! Story written by Aparna Kapur, illustrated by Roshan Kurichiyanil, translated into Hindi by Suma Chandramouli, published by Pratham Books, narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/11867-ghum-ghum-ghariyal-ka-anokha-safar Youtube link of the story: https://youtu.be/QkF94VREXdc To know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Sambaru did not know what to do when he heard strange commands in the forest. Read more about two sweet words from the Juanga language. Amazing story written by Juanga Writers' Group; beautifully illustrated by Pradip Kumar Sahoo, Sanatan Juanga, Sugrib Kumar Juanga; translated into Marathi by Amrit Mishra , Sandhya Taksale; published by Pratham Books; narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/13672-doong-doong-dum-dum-doong-doong-dum-dum Youtube link: https://youtu.be/e4cXW-a-8nU To know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Dambaru did not know what to do when he heard strange commands in the forest. Read more about two sweet words from the Juanga language. Amazing story written by Juanga Writers' Group; beautifully illustrated by Pradip Kumar Sahoo, Sanatan Juanga, Sugrib Kumar Juanga; translated into Hindi by Amrit Mishra , Rajesh Khar; published by Pratham Books; narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/13671-doong-doong-dum-dum-doong-doong-dum-dum Youtube link: https://youtu.be/5O236gUgTcI To know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

This ancient story from the life of the great sage, Gautama Buddha, carries a deep lesson about conservation. A disciple finds out that getting the Buddha to sanction a new shawl for him is no easy matter! This amazing story written by Arvind Gupta, illustrated by Debasmita Dasgupta, translated into Hindi by Arvind Gupta, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12374-shawl-ka-aakhir-kya-hua Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/_fhTLtmS9tQ To know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

This ancient story from the life of the great sage, Gautama Buddha, carries a deep lesson about conservation. A disciple finds out that getting the Buddha to sanction a new shawl for him is no easy matter! This amazing story written by Arvind Gupta, illustrated by Debasmita Dasgupta, translated into Marathi by Varsha Gajendragadkar, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12429-junya-shaliche-kaay-zale Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/adnEapxFzW8 To know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Samu goes to his new friend to learn Odia. The words he learns prove very useful to him. Read on to find out how! Funny story written by Kui Writer's Group, illustrated by Sugrib Kumar Juanga, translated into Marathi by Sandhya Taksale, published by Pratham books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12576-asila-basila-uthila-jaucha Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/mVqzMZFx4lk To know more about Books that speak: Our website: www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujaratiSoundCloud: @booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Samu goes to his new friend to learn Odia. The words he learns prove very useful to him. Read on to find out how! Funny story written by Kui Writer's Group, illustrated by Sugrib Kumar Juanga, translated into Hindi by Rajesh Khar, published by Pratham books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/12559-asila-basila-uthila-jaucha Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/8vdWT3j-cc4 To know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Gulli has a little brown box where he keeps many things like buttons and keys. But what does he do with them? Find out, and then you may want your own special box too! Story written by Anupama Ajinkya Apte, illustrated by Anupama Ajinkya Apte, translated into Gujarati by Minakshi Chandrana, published by Pratham books on their Storyweaver platform. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/491-gullino-ptaro Youtube video link: https://youtu.be/oqRUVKo0asU More about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Gappu is not as scared of the big Pehelwaan ji as the others in the village are. Here, Gappu teaches Pehelwaan ji another lesson! Funny story by Sanjiv Jaiswal 'Sanjay', illustrated by Ajit Narayan, translated into Marathi by Sandhya Taksale, published by Pratham books on their Storyweaver platform. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/10867-pahilwaandada-ani-keli Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/NjDn3Dg-SN0 More about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Lolo, the new train felt rather scared of going anywhere. But every time it let out an "Ooo!" in fright, it came out as a strong whistle and everybody said Loco was a fine train. Come take a ride with Loco as it chugs merrily across the country. Story written by Bharati Jagannathan, illustrated by Preeti Krishnamurthy, translated into Marathi by Parna Pethe, published by Pratham books on their Storyweaver platform. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link : https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/600-bhitri-zukzuk Youtube video link for this story: https://youtu.be/8Svq2_1z-p0 Find more about Books That Speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

A funny little story about three friends and three clever fish! Story written by Suraj J Menon, illustrated by Soumya Menon, translated into Hindi by Abha Dhaundiyal, published by Pratham Books on their Storyweaver platform. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/50-meri-machli-nahin-meri-machli Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/K-kSZ2EPnIA Know more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

A mouse enters the house. And there is utter chaos. Here is an action-packed adventure for little ones. Written by Sowmya Rajendran, translated into Hindi by Poonam S. Kudesia, illustrated by Tanaya Vyas, published by Pratham Books on their Storyweaver platform. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/10558-chooha-sikandar-ghar-ke-andar Youtube link: https://youtu.be/AOgrdfzoN14 Find more about Books that speak: Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

You take a bath and cats do not. Yet, who do we call them clean? This book is one of the four books in the 'Animals Around Us' series. Story written by Kanchan Bannerjee, illustrated by Deepa Balsavar, translated into Hindi by Poonam S. Kudesia, published by Pratham Books using Storyweaver platform. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. YouTube link for this story: https://youtu.be/P5hyn8iZR_k To get more from Books that speak : Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Squeezing out the toothpaste from the tube every morning is simple. But do you know how it got into the tube? Let's tell you how. Written by Veena Prasad, beautiful illustrations by Rajiv Eipe, translated into Marathi by Sushrut Kulkarni, published by Pratham Books on their Storyweaver platform. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. YouTube video of this story: https://youtu.be/lFSWEakoJg0 Ways to tune into Books That Speak : Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

In Moru's world, numbers danced, digits waved out and long division looked like a graceful tail. But one day, this world came crumbling down in school. Moru then became the local bully. Then, someone helped him discover the joy of learning again. Read all about it in this heartwarming story. Written by Rukmini Banerji, translated into Marathi by Madhav Chavan and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/ggTMx0lVFSA Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/

Almost a thousand years ago, an Indian scholar called Hemachandra discovered a fascinating number sequence. A century later, the same sequence caught the attention of Italian mathematician Fibonacci, who wrote about it. The Fibonacci sequence, as it began to be called, was straightforward enough - what made it fascinating was that this particular set of numbers was repeated many, many times in nature - in flowers, seashells, eggs, seeds, stars... Find out more inside this book! This fascinating story written by Shonali Chinniah, published by Pratham Books and narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/5619-the-fascinating-fibonaccis YouTube video for this story: https://youtu.be/9jsnccbE0fs Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Scarecrows are put up in fields to scare away birds and animals. But little Gauri thinks otherwise! Funny story written by Shamim Padamsee, translated into Marathi by Varsha Gajendragadkar and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/xkRTnXWWiy4 Website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/

Sringeri Srinivas had very long hair. He wanted it cut on Annual Haircut Day. Everyone was busy. You will never guess who helped him that day! Read and enjoy! This humorous story written by Rohini Nilekani and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/283-annual-haircut-day Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/Q-Dbkqe60ro Website: www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

Sometimes strange things lurk under my bed. Would you like to know what I found the other night? Written by Anupa Lal, translated into Gujarati by Milan Gandhi and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi Youtube link for this story: https://youtu.be/hyNX56R7jWQ Website : http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Youtube channel link for BooksThatSpeak: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI_chv9OVl7uUaDk0fLABpw/featured SoundCloud channel link for BooksThatSpeak : https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Facebook Page : https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/

A grandparent and a grandchild's relationship is special. This is a story of a little girl who hears everyone say that her Aaji has a tail. She imagines her Aaji with the tail and wonders why she has never seen it for real. This is her journey of discovering her Aaji's tail. Story written and illustrated by Gauri Dalvi, published by Pratham Books as Community Story and narrated by Asawari Doshi. Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/19277-my-aaji-has-a-tail Our website: http://www.booksthatspeak.com/ Listen to the podcast: iTunes : http://apple.co/2fVfELt Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/books-that-speak Player.fm: https://player.fm/series/books-that-speak-childrens-stories-in-marathi-hindi-and-gujarati SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/booksthatspeak Watch Videos: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2x4LIGX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksThatSpeakPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/booksthatspeak

The boy in this story could not complete his homework because of a certain mischievous cat. Sounds like a silly excuse? Well, read about what happened to him, and you'll see how one thing can lead to another, and another, and another... Funny story written by Anushka Ravishankar, translated into Hindi by Manisha and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi

I have many friends. I like all of them but one of them is really special! Story written by Rukmini Banerji, translated into Marathi by Pratham Mumbai Team and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi.

The little boy in this story wants to do something now, but all his elders say NOT NOW! Do you get angry when someone says that to you? Story written by Rohini Nilekani, translated into Marathi by Sandhya Taksale and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi

Each of us has a wonderful body. But have you ever listened to what it tells you? Story written by Rohini Nilekani, translated into Gujarati by Kalpana Palkhiwala and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi.

No one wanted to buy the sweet bananas that Sringeri Srinivas grew on his farm. Find out what he did with them in this cute story. Written by Rohini Nilekani, translated into Marathi by Utkarsha Manish and published by Pratham Books, Narrated by Asawari Doshi

Do you like sleeping under the stars? Tara does! Join her as she makes an exciting journey. Story written by Mala Kumar & Manisha Chaudhry, translated into Hindi by Manisha Chaudhry and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi

Once upon a time, in a little village on the banks of the Irrawaddy river, there lived a young woman called Thuza. She was very happily married to handsome young Theingi. But there was one problem that nagged Thuza – her husband believed he would find a way to turn dirt into Gold! Did he succeed? Read this delightful tale from Myanmar to find out. Story written by Greystroke, translated into Hindi by Shobhit Mahajan, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi.

The crow is not beautiful. He can neither sing as sweetly as a cuckoo nor dance as gracefully as a peacock. But he has one unique quality that we can all learn from. Read the book to find out what it is! Story written by Venkatramana Gowda, translated in Marathi by Divaspathy Hegde (Pratham Mumbai Team),published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi.

Mrs. Chang gets a letter from her son one day. She asks Warrior Wen to read it out to her. One look at the letter and Warrior Wen bursts into tears. Very soon, Mrs.Chang starts bawling. Next, Peddlar Peng, who is passing, by joins the sobbing duo. What has happened to Mrs. Chang's son? Find out for yourself in this delightful folktale from China? Story written by Greystroke, translated in Marathi by Utkarsha Manish and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi.

As a young girl Zanele Situ was told that she would never walk again. Being in a wheelchair did not stop her. She worked and trained hard and became a winning athlete on the world stage. This is her story… Written by Andy Thesen, Jesse Breytenbach, Liz Sparg and published by Pratham Books. Translated in Gujarati by Riddhi Nath. Narrated by Asawari Doshi.

Prayag Shukla's poems in Hindi have enchanted young and old alike. This collection of poems brings the joy of his writing. Siraj Saxena's innovative artwork adds to the appeal of this classic collection.
 Poems by Prayag Shukla and Published by Pratham Books. Read by Asawari Doshi

One small girl loves to listen stories.But in a big town, nobody has a time to tell story to her. Then on one fine day, one Tai (Didi) comes to her school and they both together spreads the waves in the city about story-telling. Enjoy this fictional story of Story Town and take a ride in the ocean of these stories !!!! Story Written by Rukmini Banerjee, translated into Marathi by Madhav Chavan and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi.

A small girl is describing the fun she had and her observations, when she is waiting for train on the railway station with her family. They all are set to go to another town for her uncle's wedding. Let's see through eyes what all she saw, enjoyed.. Story written by Rukmini Banerjee, translated into Gujarati by Veena Bhachech and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi

A big Foody and a bit of a "Tubelight" King of Sonapur, is disturbed by some mysterious sound coming from his palace. After all, what was the source of that mysterious sound?? A suspense Hindi story - written by Vidya Pradhan, translated in Hindi by Madhubala Joshi and published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi

Sringeri Srinivas, the loveable farmer with very long hair, has to take his cows along the new highway, to the cattle fair. Our farmer finds the noise just too much!! Story written by Rohini Nilekani, translated in Marathi by Mukund Taksale and published by Pratham Books. Story narrated by Asawari Doshi.

Anu, a little girl, accompanies her mother to see an infant baby. She gets irritated when her mom and her aunt seem to be too focussed only on the baby.