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A reading journey that
grows with your child

New to books or already a reader, your child gets a 1:1 mentor who meets them where they are.

Reading is more than a skill. It's a way of thinking.

In a world of short videos, deep reading builds what your child needs most: imagination, focus, empathy and a mind of their own.

Here, books feel like curiosity, not schoolwork.

Every child begins differently

We start where your child is today.

🌱 New to reading

If your child rarely picks up a book, we introduce reading gently, with stories they'll actually enjoy.

or
🌍 Already a reader

If your child already reads, they explore new kinds of books, while still following what they love.

A book, session by session

Once a week or more: you choose. Most children finish a book in 4 to 6 sessions.

  1. 1 · Starting the book

    Their mentor introduces the book and sets the context.

  2. 2 · Reading and discussing

    Each session goes deeper: plot, characters and the reasons behind them.

  3. 3 · Finishing and writing

    A final discussion, then they write about it. Then the next book.

Between sessions: a short reading quest keeps the book going

Inside every session

60 minutes, 1:1, in five stops.

  1. 0:00
  2. hi!?Ice-breakingA riddle or a quick chat to settle in.
  3. Book discussionIllustrated slides on what they read, talked through together.
  4. ReviewTheir verdict on the book so far.
  5. WritingTheir own story, chapter by chapter.
  6. ClosureA recap to end on, and your report on WhatsApp.
  7. 60:00

Your child moves at their own pace

No fixed curriculum, no race. Your child moves forward as their comfort and curiosity grow.

Most parents notice more reading, deeper conversations and better expression within the first few months.

Never ask "How was class?" again.

You ask about their day and hear 'Fine.' After every session, you'll see exactly how your child is growing.

9:41

Aarav's session report

Week 8 · The Jungle Book

Speaking time

AaravRiya
52%
48%

A note from Riya

Aarav came in bursting with questions about Mowgli leaving the jungle. He argued Bagheera was the real hero, and backed it up with two moments from the book. He's reading with his head and his heart now.

Session snapshot

91%Engagement+4%
86%Vocabulary+3%
90%Understanding+5%
84%Fluency+3%

Session timeline

AaravRiya
0 min60 min

0–15 min

Jungle riddles

15–45 min

Who's the real hero?

45–60 min

A new last page

A note from their mentor

A few warm lines on their best moments.

Skills you can watch grow

Engagement, vocabulary, understanding and fluency, scored every session.

The whole session, mapped

Who spoke when, what they explored, and what's next.

A calm, meaningful journey through books.

Not tuition. Not pressure. Just the right guidance for a lifelong love of reading.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Bookstaken?
Bookstaken is a live, 1-on-1 online reading program for children aged 6–14. Your child is paired with a college mentor, called a Bookbuddy, who reads with them, talks about the book, and gets them sharing their own ideas. The goal is a reading habit that lasts, plus the thinking and confidence that come with it.
Q: What age group is Bookstaken for?
Children aged 6 to 14, roughly Grades 1 to 8. Books, conversations, and activities are matched to your child's age and reading level, so a 7-year-old just starting chapter books and a 13-year-old reading novels both get something that fits.
Q: Is this a reading class, a reading tutor or a book club?
A bit of all three, built around one child. Like a class, every session follows a set structure. Like a tutor, it's 1-on-1 with the same mentor each time. Like a book club, it's about real books and real conversations, not grammar drills or exam prep.
Q: My child doesn't like reading. Will this work?
Yes. Children who say they hate reading are exactly who we built this for. Most of them don't dislike reading; they dislike books that bore them. We pick books around your child's interests, and the session feels like chatting with a cool older sibling, not like homework.
Q: What happens in a 1-on-1 reading session?
Each session is 60 minutes on Google Meet. It opens with a check-in on your child's week and where they've reached in their own copy of the book. Then comes a riddle and illustrated slides on what they read, which they talk through with their mentor. When they finish a book, they give it their verdict and it goes on their shelf. Then they write the next chapter of their own story. You get a report on WhatsApp after every session.
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Q: Will my child actually finish books?
Yes. Most children finish a book in 4 to 6 sessions. A short reading quest between sessions keeps the book going, and they read their own physical copy, not a screen.
Q: How can I build a reading habit in my child?
Start with books they actually want to read, keep a regular reading time, and give them someone to talk to about the story. That's what our sessions do. Our free book hunt also suggests books by age and interest.
Q: Who are the mentors, and how is my child matched?
Our mentors, called Bookbuddies, are college students from DU, the IITs, NITs, SRCC and more. About 1 in 100 applicants make it, and each one is trained before their first session. We match your child by age, reading level, interests and personality. If the fit isn't right, we switch mentors within 48 hours.
Q: How do you keep my child safe online?
Every mentor's college ID and identity proof are verified, and we interview each one ourselves. Sessions run on Google Meet and are recorded. You're welcome to sit in on the first session, and you get a report on WhatsApp after every one.
Q: Will it improve my child's reading comprehension, English and confidence?
That's what most parents see. Your child spends every session reading, explaining their thoughts, and answering open-ended questions out loud, which builds vocabulary, reading comprehension, fluency, and confidence in speaking. Writing their own story, chapter by chapter, builds creative writing too.
Q: How will I know my child is making progress?
You get a report on WhatsApp after every session: what your child read, what they talked about and how they're growing. Everything they write is collected in their digital story journal, so you can watch their writing grow.
Q: Are sessions only in English?
Most sessions are in English, but we also have mentors who speak Hindi, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Bengali, Spanish, and Arabic. Tell us what your child is comfortable with and we'll match them with a mentor who speaks it.
Q: Do you offer online reading classes outside India?
Yes. Families in the US, UK, Singapore, the UAE, Australia, Spain and elsewhere join online, and any country is welcome. Sessions are booked in your own time zone, and prices are shown in your local currency.
Q: How much does it cost, and is there a free trial?
Yes. Every child gets a free 1-on-1 trial session, and you don't need payment details to book it. After that, plans start at ₹2,499 in India (US$80 elsewhere) for 4 sessions, and there's a better-value 24-session plan. Paid sessions have no expiry. See the Pricing page for the details.
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We are building the generation that reads the fine print, questions the narrative, and writes their own future. One chapter at a time.

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