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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.

๐ŸŒฑ New to reading

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

or
๐ŸŒ 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 ยท Starting the book

    Their mentor introduces the book and sets the context.

  2. 2 ยท Reading and discussing

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

  3. 3 ยท Finishing and writing

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

โœ“ Between sessions: a short reading quest keeps the book going

Inside every session

60 minutes, 1:1, in four phases.

  1. Phase 1The warm-upA riddle or thinking game to settle in and get them talking.
  2. Phase 2The core discussionGuided questions on the book, paced to your child: plot, characters, choices and why.
  3. Phase 3Guided readingReading together from their own copy, building fluency and comprehension.
  4. Phase 4The finaleStory writing. Their stories are compiled into their digital story journal.

A riddle or thinking game to settle in and get them talking.

Guided questions on the book, paced to your child: plot, characters, choices and why.

Reading together from their own copy, building fluency and comprehension.

Story writing. Their stories are compiled into their digital story journal.

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 ยท 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

0โ€“15 min

Jungle riddles

15โ€“45 min

Who's the real hero?

45โ€“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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Bookstaken?
Bookstaken is a live, 1-on-1 online reading program for children aged 6โ€“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: How is this different from tutoring or English classes?
Tutoring and English classes prepare for exams and grammar tests. Bookstaken isn't exam prep. Your child talks about books 1-on-1 with a college mentor, so they learn to think for themselves, understand what they read, and say what they mean, instead of memorising answers.
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 live session is about an hour and mixes riddles, reading together, open-ended discussion, and fun writing activities. Near the end, the mentor helps your child start their next book so they keep reading during the week. Everything they write goes into their own digital story journal.
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Q: Will my child actually finish books?
Yes. Because the sessions are fun rather than a chore, and weekly reading quests keep the book going between sessions, most children finish a book in 4 to 6 sessions.
Q: Who are the mentors, and how is my child matched?
Our mentors, called Bookbuddies, are college students who love reading and are good with children. We interview and train every one of them ourselves. We match your child with a mentor based on age, reading level, interests, and personality, and if the fit isn't right, you can switch mentors for free.
Q: How do you keep my child safe online?
Every mentor is a college student we verify and interview ourselves, chosen for empathy, communication, and a real love of reading. Sessions run on Google Meet and are recorded, and you get a WhatsApp update after each one.
Q: Will it improve my child's English, communication 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. Weekly writing activities work on creative writing too.
Q: How will I know my child is making progress?
You get a WhatsApp update after every session covering what your child read and talked about, along with regular progress reports. Their digital story journal also lets you watch their writing and expression grow over time.
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: 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 โ‚น2,499 in India (US$80 elsewhere) for 4 sessions a month, and there's a better-value 24-session plan. See the Pricing page for the details.
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