Kathe Khajane - English

Writer: Rohini Nilekani
Narrator: Not now, Not now
Editor: Roopa K R

The little boy in this story wants to do something now, but all his elders say NOT NOW! NOT NOW! Do you get angry when someone says that to you?

Here are some ways to engage students using this story:
1.Ask children: How would you feel if everyone said “NO” to you when you tried to do something?
2.Ask children: How much can you relate to this story? Would you like to share one experience of your own with the class?

Set up a game for the children:like a race, drawing, painting, or eating a chocolate:but they must wait until they hear the word “GO” (or another chosen word) before starting.

Writer: Anupa Lal
Narrator: Kiranmayi Chandra,British Telecom
Editor: IT for change

Join Cheeku as he goes about his very busy day.

Here are some ways to engage students using this story:
1.Ask students to list  what they do in a day, like Cheeku.  
2.Invite students to act out one thing Cheeku might do, like brushing or playing.  
3.Have students talk about their favourite part of the day and why.

Writer: Phạm Thu Thùy
Narrator: Kalavathi C
Editor: Nagarjuna B N

Greeny has so much energy. She doesn't want to nap! One day, she decides to run away. After playing in the hot sun for a while, Greeny gets tired and wants to go home. But now she's lost! How will she get home to her dad?

Here are some ways to engage students using this story:
1.Ask children to draw Greeny playing in the sun.

2.Ask children to tell about a time they got lost.

3.Play a game where children move like Greeny: run, jump, then slow down when she gets tired.

Writer: Vinita Krishna
Narrator: Bhavana PVS,Cognizant outreach
Editor: IT for Change

One day, Maloo had to get some potatoes from his grandmother's kitchen garden, but he couldn’t find any. Then, Kaloo helps him uncover the hidden potatoes.

Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  
1.Encourage  students to make a chart of vegetables and fruits and group them as trees, shrubs, herbs, climbers, or creepers.   
2.Ask students if they have ever visited a garden and brought vegetables, fruits, or flowers.  
3.Invite  students to share their favourite vegetable, fruit, or flower and talk about it with the class.

Writer: Leigh Hunt, Class 7, English Second Language Textbook, Department of School Education, Karnataka
Narrator: Mahadevi B Kamble
Editor:  Sunil Patil

This is the story of Abu Ben Adhem, a religious man who prays to God three times a day. One night, he sees a bright, sparkling light. What could it be? Discover what happens to Abu Ben Adhem next..
 

Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 
1.Ask the  students to visit a religious place and share their experience with the class.  
2.Ask the  students to describe their favourite religious place.  
3.Ask the  students to make a list of famous religious places. 

Writer: Rajalakshmi Paramasivam
Narrator: Santosh Patil
Editor: Namrata Vijaykumar Kulkarni

This is a fantasy story about a little girl named Aditi, who travels to the moon but feels hungry once she gets there. Find out how her journey to the moon unfolds and what happens next.
Here are some ways to engage students using this story:
1.Ask children to imagine and draw a new dream for the story’s main character.
2.Ask children to describe their happiest dream or wish.
3.Ask children to talk about a dream that made them feel surprised or excited.

Here are some ways to engage students using this story:
1.Ask children to imagine and draw a new dream for the story’s main character.
2.Ask children to describe their happiest dream or wish.
3.Ask children to talk about a dream that made them feel surprised or excited.

Writer: Menaka Raman
Narrator: Tasheya Amreen
Editor: Ananda H S

Suppi is not at all happy to see a bat flying around in his house. In fact, he’s quite scared of it. How can Suppi and Amma help the bat return to her family?

Here are some ways to engage students using this story; 
1.Ask students if they have ever seen a bat in real life.  
2.Discuss with students if they have ever made one mistake at home that caused everything to go wrong.  
3.Encourage  students to form groups and create an alternative ending for the story.

Writer: Shabnam Minwalla
Narrator: Nethra Ram,Cognizant Outreach
Editor: IT for Change

Druvi needs an umbrella to protect her wings from the rain. Join the dragonfly as she searches for the perfect leaf umbrella.

Here are some ways to engage students using this story:  
1.Ask students to go on a nature walk and bring the best umbrella for Druvi. 
 2.In small groups, ask students to tell the story using only their drawings.   
3.Ask students to collect common leaves like mango, guava, neem, and banyan, and see which leaf holds the most water.

Writer: Natasha Sharma
Narrator: Jessy Nancy,Cognizant Outreach
Editor: IT for Change

Anaya’s Thumb is a sweet story about a girl who loves sucking her thumb. A visit to the zoo helps her realize she’s ready to let go of the habit and enjoy new experiences.

Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 
1.Ask students to draw Anaya at the zoo discovering something new.  
2.Ask students to share a habit they want to change and how they might do it.  
3.Have students imagine and write or tell what new adventures Anaya might enjoy now that she’s stopped sucking her thumb.

Writer: Lauren Beukes
Narrator: Savitha,Cognizant Outreach
Editor: IT for Change

Thabo’s make-believe world has no room for his little sister, Keitu. But she has other ideas! How can you visit your dream world with your sister or brother and enjoy it like Thabo and Keitu?

Here are some ways to engage students using this story: 
1. Ask students to share about their brother/sister/cousin – especially a special moment they had together, even a funny fight. 
2. Encourage students to share in groups the made up/ make-believe games they play. They can even draw or describe their imaginary world on the board. Those more comfortable can tell a short story about it.