Practical ways NRI parents can use books, festivals and their mother tongue to raise children who love reading and feel connected to India.

From Sudha Murty and Ruskin Bond to Roshani Chokshi, the Indian authors whose books children actually love, with where to start for each age.

A holiday reading list by age, mixing Indian authors with international favourites, plus a simple plan to keep children reading all summer.

Online stores, secondhand markets, book fairs, libraries and free digital stories: every way to build a home library in India on a budget.

The signs your child is ready for chapter books, the best first chapter books to try, and how to make the move without losing their love of reading.
