The Survivor
In the Indian ocean was a tiny island, no more than a mere speck on the globe. It was called Aranya. Its people were ruled by a …
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Know-it-alls and Find-it-outs
Once upon a time, there was an island called the ‘Land of the Sun’. People of all shapes, sizes and appearances lived …
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Golu Rabbit's Day Out
In the Kanha forest in India, lived a little bunny rabbit called Golu. He was called Golu because of his small round ball of a …
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The Jungle Contest
“ROAR!” growled the lion. “Everyone is scared of me!” “HRMPHH!” trumpeted the elephant. …
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The Friends
Two friends, Hemant and Vikas, planned to go hiking in the woods. They packed their knapsacks, lugged them over their shoulders …
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The Spirit of Christmas
Tony counted the notes and coins. He had Rs. 163 in all. He put the money in his pocket, the money he had saved from his part time …
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Excerpts from Ek-kori’s Dream
Ek-kori’s Dream By Mahasveta Devi; Translated by Lila Majumdar; Illustrations by Judhajit Sengupta, Published by National Book …
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Waiting for the Rain
I hope it rains at least today," Velu thought, as he opened his eyes. Velu was a farmer. The sun was beginning to rise, …
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The Rainbow
Out in the lush, green garden Binnu chased the multi-coloured butterflies which flitted from flower to flower. Plants take root …
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Elephants Don’t Diet!....
Poor Gol Matolu’s always sad. Why? I don’t know. She looks like the most perfect elephant. Tall, broad big ears, long strong …
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How to Bell a Thief
Sonapur was a small village. It was famous for its little temple. The temple had no deity. All it had was the imprint of a pair of …
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Five and a Half Wishes
Bhuvan’s parents had just moved to Chikmagalur from Bangalore. They had been waiting for a long time to get away from the …
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