Age rating and parents' guide:আবোল তাবোল (Abol Tabol): The Nonsense World of Sukumar Ray
by Sukumar Ray
Ages 7–14
আবোল তাবোল (Abol Tabol): The Nonsense World of Sukumar Ray by Sukumar Ray is best for children aged 7–14. It has no violence, nothing scary, no romance and no bad language. Worth knowing: Best enjoyed aloud; wordplay may need a Bengali-speaking reader.
Written in Bengali, this celebrated collection of nonsense rhymes introduces a playful universe filled with hybrid creatures, bizarre rules, and eccentric characters like the Tyandash and Haw-Jaw-Baw-Law. Accompanied by the author's own quirky illustrations, each poem bounces along with infectious rhythm, whimsical puns, and gentle satire. Children love reciting the catchy verses aloud and exploring the absurd, fantastical inventions that spark endless laughs.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- Scary moments
- None
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Worth knowing: Best enjoyed aloud; wordplay may need a Bengali-speaking reader.
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At a glance
- Poetry
- In Bengali
- Easy to get into from the first page
- Plenty of illustrations
- Emotionally light
- A good pick for reluctant readers
- Indian author, setting or story
Great for kids who like
- Humor & Comedy
- Art & drawing
- Indian stories
Reading mood
- Funny
- Lyrical
Good to talk about
- Creativity & writing
- Language & wordplay
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