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I grew up with Karadi @karaditales , listening to I grew up with Karadi @karaditales , listening to audio books by Gulazar. Some songs like Chatura are deeply embedded in my brain, and I still sing them to V. V and I have often dance and sing to Chai chai, mangoes, and the likes. But in the video, we're singing our all time favourite (her over-enthusiasm is very visible). I won't be lying if I said that Karadi tales formed a huge part of my childhood, and now, happily V's as well. What I love about their rhymes is the delightful Indian flavour- in beats and lyrics. They're fun, catchy and super educative. I'm thrilled to announce that the third in their series, sung by @usha.uthup herself, is releasing on July 4th, 530p.m. on Facebook and Youtube. And wait! They're available for pre-order at 10% discount. And if you use the code VAISHALI10, you get an additional 10% off. Cool no? You can pre-order on https://www.karaditales.com/karadi-rhymes/ @akshathanayak @anikachronicles @happinesstrunk you may enjoy this. Also, because I'm often asked for must-have recommendations from Karadi Tales, below is a list of our favourite-est. - The Panchatantra tales series - The rhymes collection - A pair of twins - The insect boy - Sadiq wants to stitch - Thukpa for all - Thea's tree - Little Vinayak - What could it be - The boy who drew cats - Dorje's stripes Do tag me if you happen to listen to the rhymes. And tune in for the audio release. Video idea courtesy @mumble.bumble Process courtesy- a baby who finally decided to nap . #ammatoday #ammatoday_books #indianbooks #childrensbooks #kidsbooks #kidslit #kidsbookstagram #indianpicturebooks #bookishmomsandbeyond #readtoyourchild #readaloudrevival #readersareleaders #earlychildhoodeducation #iteachtoo #karadirhymes3
My Appa who would move mountains for his girls. My My Appa who would move mountains for his girls. My husband who has learnt to braid V's hair from scratch. My dad-friends who stay at home. Some wonderful people I know who just happen to be single dads, queer dads, men waiting to become dads, adoptive dads, dads-to-be or single moms who fill in the role of a dad. Fathers come in different shapes and sizes. Some are architects, some protect, some stay at home and some are disciplinarians. Whatever kind they are, these dads will remind you of someone you know, in whole, or in bits and pieces. Be it the family guy- the gorilla or the dutiful penguin, there is a lot to learn from the animal dads about priorities. This is a tribute to fathers everywhere. For the same spirit of fatherhood runs in us, and links us all. Thankyou @makingwildpaper . We are awesome together.💜 Presenting Pappas in the Wild. Before you ask, the hard copy (which is larger in size, page count and heart) will be released soon. The e-version is available for free download. Link in bio. #ammatoday #authorsofinstagram #ammatoday_books #indianbooks #kidlit #kidsbooks #kidsbookstagram #bookishmomsandbeyond #picturebooks #fathersdaybook #raisingreaders #readtoyourchild #readaloudrevival
#pupilio_OneBook You know that food? The one you #pupilio_OneBook You know that food? The one you crave when sick? Or the one you always order when you go to a restaurant? Mine is rasam rice. But however hard I try, I can never replicate the one made by amma. Although I use the same recipe.🙄Maybe the magic in her hands or the childhood memories I've asociated with it. What's the book equivalent for you? You know, the one that changed your life, or your thinking, or came at just the perfect moment in your life to save you, or the one that reinforced your faith. The one that stirs something deep within you. The one you'd dash into your house on fire, to save. The one you'd carefully wrap in muslin to pass on to your grandchildren. Personally, I couldn't choose from Harry Potter, The Power of Now and The Absorbent mind. So let's talk children's books. The world of kid-lit is magical, and I've had the privilege to touch works of some brilliant authors, illustrators and read some magnificent types of books. But my One, has to be the humble 'Horton hears a who' by Dr.Seuss. I read it as a child, and the message- "A person's a person, no matter how small" stayed with me long enough to influence my parenting. That a gigantic pachyderm could be kind enough to offer protection to someone so small he couldn't see, that he didn't waste time in spreading hate, and that real strength lies in being kind, are lessons all of us could do with. Go ahead. Tell me which is "One book" for you and why. It could be an adult or a children's book. It may be special because it is a first edition or the publication or the person who gifted it to you or the memories it evokes. It may be the first book you read to your child or a book procured with great difficulty. Or simply because that one book is equivalent to 10 others- either in terms if content, opportunities for research or pricing.🙈 If you haven't found the One yet, which is the book you'd like to win today? Like someone reminded me, the universe is not made of atoms, but stories. Tell me the story behind your ONE. Make sure to use #pupilioturns3 and #pupilio_OneBook so that I can read them. And do keep your eyes on my stories for an AMA and to know what you can win
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