Age rating and parents' guide:Aajichya Potaditalya Goshti (Marathi Edition)
by Sudha Murty; translated by Leena Sohoni
Ages 5–10
Aajichya Potaditalya Goshti (Marathi Edition) by Sudha Murty; translated by Leena Sohoni is best for children aged 5–10. It has no violence, nothing scary, no romance and no bad language.
Written in Marathi, this delightful collection presents the Marathi translation of Sudha Murty's Grandma's Bag of Stories. When seven cousins spend their summer vacation with their grandparents, their grandmother entertains them with enchanting folk tales, humorous fables, and wise moral stories. Invites readers to discover and appreciate rich storytelling traditions.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- Scary moments
- None
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
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At a glance
- Novel
- In Marathi
- A steady start that picks up quickly
- Mostly text
- Emotionally light
- A good pick for reluctant readers
- Indian author, setting or story
Great for kids who like
- Action & Adventure
- Humor & Comedy
- Indian stories
Reading mood
- Funny
- Adventurous
- Lyrical
Good to talk about
- Family
- Indian heritage
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