Authored by Pooja Hemdev Lalawani, founder of Roots Nature Club and a Biodiversity Conservationist helps kids develop a passion for nature; the book is directed at children understanding and appreciating nature and wildlife In her constant effort to contribute to environmental conservation and awareness, Pooja Hemdev Lalawani has written her debut book ‘Common Birds of Mumbai – Not Just a …
Given the very high incidence of diseases including diarrhoea because of poor hygiene particularly the easy spread of infections by houseflies, educating about the whole issue and creating awareness on simple remedies makes a lot of sense for India where an estimated 300 children die from diarrhoea alone every day. And, even if it finds a mention in school curriculum, …
Pratham Books in an effort to spread the joy of reading has launched the second edition of Missed Call Do, Kahaani Suno!, a campaign that aims to give every child access to delightful stories. And the best part? It doesn’t need an internet connection or even a smartphone! All you need to do is give a missed call to 08033094243. Missed Call Do, …
A new story book that aims to help children understand and come to terms with COVID-19 has been produced by a collaboration of more than 50 organizations working in the humanitarian sector, including the World Health Organization, the United Nations Children’s Fund, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and …
Katha has released an e-book titled “The Mystery Of The Missing Soap” to encourage children to understand, in their language, the essentials of hygiene and health, necessary to overcome the current challenges. The e-book is, currently, available in English, Hindi and Tamil. The Marathi, and Assamese versions will be available in due course. The storyline revolves around the evil Asura, Tobakachi, …
