NAME: GEORGE’S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE
AUTHOR: ROALD DAHL & QUENTIN BLAKE
PUBLISHED IN/ON: January 1981
GENRE: Fiction, Magic
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
-Magical tale from the perspective of an 8-year-old
– ImmMagical tale from the perspective of an 8 year old
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, THIS WEEK LET’S Meet George Kranky, who creates a marvelous concoction of the weirdest things to repay his abusive grandma – deodorant, shampoo, polish, engine oil, you name it! She happily accepts it, only to become as tall as the house, her neck bursting through the roof. George must create this medicinal potion again, but each version has different effects. Read more and offer your thoughts on https://igraasp.com/iclub
NAME:The Arrival
AUTHOR: Shaun Tan
PUBLISHED IN/ON:
GENRE: Graphic novel
Children’s fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
-Stunning illustrations
– Immigrant experience
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week, let’s follow the story of a man who leaves his wife and child in an impoverished town, in order to find opportunity in an unknown country on the other side of the ocean. He runs into elaborate customs, strange animals, complicated languages, and floating objects! Time is running out as he must find a way to support himself and live the life he dreamed of. He meets kind strangers along the way, who all carry their own struggles and baggage, giving him hope and strength. Find out what happens to our protagonist in this foreign land, and give us your feedback at : https://igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: LITTLE BADMAN AND THE TIME-TRAVELLING TEACHER OF DOOM
AUTHOR: HUMZA ARSHAD & HENRY WHITE
PUBLISHED IN/ON:August 2020
GENRE: Children’s fiction, Graphic Illustrated Novel, Comedy
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Comedy
– Vivid cartoon illustrations
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, meet Humza Khan, the 11 year old rapper from Eggington, who believes he’s the ‘greatest ever’. Attending a special summer school in Pakistan as a form of punishment, Humza and his best friend Umer are facing the wrath of Humza’s dad, and if that’s not enough, there is someone messing with the concept of time. It demands Humza’s attention and investigation skills, as he goes about trying to save the world.. again! Read the second edition in this hilarious series and share your thoughts on igraasp.com/iclub/
NAME:THE HATMAKERS
AUTHOR: TAMZIN MERCHANT & PAOLA ESCOBAR
PUBLISHED IN/ON: February 2021
GENRE: Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Adventures
– Imaginative illustrations
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week let’s meet Cordelia, a magical milliner whose family can weave alchemy and enchantment into every hat! Growing up watching her father Prospero, eleven-year-old Cordelia Hatmaker learns her family’s ancient skills and secrets with which she can one day make her own enchanted hats. However when Prospero and his ship are lost at sea, Cordelia sets off on a mission to uncover the truth, and discovers some other things concealed in this magical realm. Will she find her father? Go on this amazing journey and sahre your feedback on https://igraasp.com/iclub/
NAME: KIKI’S DELIVERY SERVICE
AUTHOR: EIKO KADONO & JOE-TODD STANTON
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1985
GENRE: Fiction, Magical Fantasy
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Witches on brooms
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week enter the magical world of Kiki the witch, and her partner in crime, the wise-cracking black cat, Jiji! Kiki never runs away from a challenge, So on her 13th birthday, she must follow the tradition of choosing a new town to call home for a year. She flies to the seaside town of Koriko, befriending strangers in unexpected places. Join Kiki as she scours the beautiful Japanese countryside on her flying broom, and share your comments on https://igraasp.com/iclub/
NAME: TALES FROM MOOMINVALLEY
AUTHOR: TOVE JANSSON
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1962
GENRE: Children’s fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Beautiful illustrations
– Stunning landscapes
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week, let us read Tove Jansson Moomin series. The tales follow the adventures of the sweet and magical world inhabited by the Moomin family. Find out what happens when Moomintroll catches the last dragon in the world and takes him home. Meet new characters and old, like naughty little Snufkin and join him as he navigates the beauty of the Moominvalley. Read and share your comments at https://igraasp.com/iclub/
NAME: BOY
AUTHOR: ROALD DAHL
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1984
GENRE: Young Adult Fiction, Autobiography
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Fun stories about childhood and school
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week let us take a trip down the memory lane with Roald Dahl’s ‘Boy’, as he shares the stories of his childhood with us. This book contains fun and interesting stories from his life from in school, while also focusing on living conditions in Britain during the 1920s and 1930s. Are you interested to know what kind of life led him to write the stories he has? Then, what are you waiting for? Go read this book and give us your feedback at https://igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS
AUTHOR: LEMONY SNICKETT
PUBLISHED IN/ON: September 30, 1999
GENRE: Absurdist Fiction, Mystery, Black Comedy
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Adventures and drama featuring young teenagers
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this is not a set of stories for the faint-hearted! This week, we follow the tumultuous world of the Baudelaire children, created by author Daniel Handler, better known to us as Lemony Snickett. This book contains the misadventures and happenings in the lives of the Baudelaire siblings, who have been placed in the custody of their abusive relative, Count Olaf, after they tragically lose their parents. Will the children be able to save themselves from his murderous grasp? There’s only one way to find out – Read the books and share your feedback at https://igraasp.com/iclub/
NAME: THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS
AUTHOR: KENNETH GRAHAM
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1 April 1908
GENRE: Children’s Literature
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Adapted to a film by Disney in 1949
– Beautiful illustrations and pictures
SYNOPSIS
Igraaspers, this week join Mole and his 3 animal friends in the English countryside with ‘The Wind In The Willows’. The story begins when Mole decides to go to the riverbank one morning rather than do his spring cleaning and makes friends with a few other animals. Together, they get into all kinds of mis-adventures, funny incidents and climatic battles. Don’t forget to check this one out and share your thoughts at https://igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: THE M SERIES: MONSTER TALES
AUTHOR: CORNELIA FUNKE
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 30 January 2019
GENRE: Children’s Fantasy
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Fun book about a cute monster turning into a pet
– Outstanding illustrations
SYNOPSIS
Igraaspers, this week let us embark on an exciting adventure with a monster !! Ruffleclaw, a fuzzy red monster who is bored of living beneath the tool shed, moves in with a family of humans! There, he jumps into bed with Tommy, a young boy. Tommy wishes to keep him as a pet, but it will be difficult. Ruffleclaw spits everywhere, drinks shampoo, and eats the plates as well! Will Tommy be able to train Ruffleclaw to behave or will he have to say goodbye to him? Check this book out and share your feedback at https://igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: FUTURE FRIEND
AUTHOR: DAVID BADDIEL
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 21 October 2019
GENRE: Children’s Fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Engaging book
– Funny/humorous
– Emphasizes importance of friendship
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week we ask you to time-travel a 1000 years into the future with the Future Friend. Join Pip and her talking parrot as she travels back in time from the year 3020 to 2019 where she meets a young boy-inventor, Rahul. Together, they try to find a way back to the future and save the world from climate change. This book combines action and humour to illustrate the importance of friendship and our environment. Do read this and find out if they are able to save the world, and share your feedback with us at igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: FESTIVAL THROUGH THE YEAR STORIES
AUTHOR: RACHNA CHABBRIA
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 8 April 2020
GENRE: Cultural Information and story-telling
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Explains the festivals of India
– Astounding illustrations.
SYNOPSIS
Igraaspers, this week we invite you to rejoice in India’s myriad festivals while reading this amazing book by Rachna Chabbria. Join Natasha and Nikhil, two young twins, as they go through a year of celebrations, beginning with Lohri in January and concluding with Christmas in December along with many other festivals in the middle. This book gives rich descriptions and deep information about each festival accompanied by beautiful illustrations which make the book interesting and fun to read. Don’t forget to share your feedback with us at igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: GREAT STORIES FOR CHILDREN
AUTHOR: RUSKIN BOND
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1 January 2011
GENRE: Children’s literature/ Fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– FUNNY ENDEARING CHARACTERS
– FULL OF ADVENTURE
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week we bring you great stories for children by Ruskin Bond. This book is full of different short stories that introduce you to a new enchanting world filled with different endearing characters. From nature and pets to ghosts, bears,and monkeys, this book has got everything . This collection includes the naughty monkey Tutu, A Cunning Thief, A Pet Python, and many more. Go read this remarkable composition and share your views with us at igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: SPINNING YARNS: THE BEST CHILDREN’S STORIES FROM INDIA
AUTHOR: DEEPA AGARWAL
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1 May 2013
GENRE: Children’s Literature and Fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– This book is a perfect blend for all ages and contains stories from India’s best authors.
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week let us Spin Yarns while reading the best children’s stories from India. This story book includes Stories of work and home, celebrations and sorrows, terrifying ghosts and more. It is a remarkable book that contains evergreen classics by great writers like Rabindranath Tagore, R. K. Narayan, Sudha Murty, and many more stalwarts. Read the stories and share your views on igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: THE MYSTERY OF THE SCHOOL ON FIRE
AUTHOR: RAVI SUBRAMANIAN
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 23 October 2020
GENRE: Mystery/ Fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Beautiful illustrations explain the story in a flawless and interesting manner.
SYNOPSIS
Igraaspers, this week meet the SMS gang. Akriti, Aditya, and Kabir started the SMS gang known as the super mystery solvers to unearth the mysteries that even police and authorities of Solan are unable to solve. These young detectives are determined to uncover the mystery of the unexpected fire that occurred in their school lab, and they are willing to go to any length to maintain their school’s reputation before the annual school inspection. Will they succeed? To know more, read this book and share your views with us at igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: TARANAUTS
AUTHOR: ROOPA PAI
PUBLISHED IN/ON: December 2009 to July 2013
GENRE: Children’s literature , Fantasy Fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Eight-part series
– Uses “portmanteau wordplay”, which is combining two languages to create words in Taratongue.
SYNOPSIS
Igraaspers, This week we bring you Taranauts by Roopa pai. The story starts in Mithya, a universe made up of eight planets. Mithya’s worlds are kept alive by the light of Tara’s 32 stars. The plot begins with the 32 stars of Tara being taken by Shaap Azur. The taranauts – Zvala (fire’s kid), Zarpa (super serpent’s child), and Tufan (wind’s child) – have been assigned to visit each of Mithya’s eight realms, to discover and unlock the secret riddles. Read the book to find out will Taranauts succeed or not.Drop in your views at igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: THE STUPENDOUS TIME-TELLING SUPERDOG
AUTHOR: HIMANJALI SANKAR
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 26.12.21
GENRE: Children’s fantasy and fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Inspired by the author’s own Labrador Named Rousseau.
– Quirky illustrations make this story more interesting and engaging.
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, This week let us read The Stupendous Time-Telling Superdog. Rousseau is a mischievous, joyful dog with one particular ability: he can tell time. The world is thrown into a state of panic when all timekeeping devices stop working. Clocks, computers, and even traffic lights all fail to function. Rousseau is the only one who can tell the time by barking and thumping his tail. Is Rousseau capable of saving the world from this impending disaster? Or will the planet remain timeless indefinitely? Read this book and drop in your views at https://igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: LEARNED MEN AND WOMEN OF ANCIENT INDIA
AUTHOR: SREELATA MENON
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 30 September 2020
GENRE: Children’s Literature and fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
-Light and fun conversations introduce kids TO Vedas
-Interesting and informative book.
SYNOPSIS
Igraaspers , This week let us all discover Ancient India with great learned men and women. This book is a collection of stories that provide insight into the lives of India’s finest rishis and rishikas. Learn how these exceptional people built the platform for today’s physicians, philosophers, scientists, and innovators by following their lives. You can learn about the extraordinary accomplishments made by Vyasa, Sushruta, Valmiki, Surya Savitri, Chanakya, and others . Read this book and share your views at igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: A CLOCK OF STARS: THE SHADOW MOTH
AUTHOR: FRANCESCA GIBBONS
PUBLISHED IN/ON: October 2020
GENRE: Children’s Fantasy
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
-The author conceived the idea for the book during childhood
– First book in her middle-grade trilogy
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week let us embark on a magical journey with A Clock Of Stars: The Shadow Moth by Francesca Gibbons. When an adorable duo of sisters Imogen and Marie discover a magical door to a land that garners more surprises and dangers than they could fathom, they are swept up in a thrilling race against time. Featuring all the magical adventures, and humor, this is the beginning of an unforgettable fantasy adventure for middle graders. Read this enduring piece and don’t forget to share your feedback on igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: STORIES OF COURAGE AND VALOUR FROM INDIA AND THE WORLD
AUTHOR: CHITRA SOUNDAR
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 13 April 2020
GENRE: FICTION
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
-STORIES OF BRAVERY AND COMPASSION
SYNOPSIS
DEAR Igraaspers, this week we bring you Stories of Courage and Valour by Chitra Soundar . These are real life stories of amazing young men and women who battled for what they believed in, Here you can connect with many silly but brave characters like Shravan, Razia sultan, Laurencia. They all are different but have one thing in common their fearless nature. Read these stories and share your feedback and views at igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: The M Series: Monster Tales
AUTHOR: Cornelia Funke
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 30 January 2019
GENRE: Children’s Fantasy
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
-A book about a cute monster turning into a pet
–Outstanding illustrations
SYNOPSIS
Igraaspers, this week let us embark on an exciting adventure with a monster !! Ruffleclaw, a fuzzy red monster who is bored of living beneath the tool shed, moves in with a family of humans! Here, he jumps into bed with Tommy, a young boy. Tommy wishes to keep him as a pet, but it will be difficult. Ruffleclaw spits everywhere, drinks shampoo, and eats the plates as well! Will Tommy be able to train Ruffleclaw to behave or will he have to say goodbye to him? Check this book out and share your feedback at https://igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: Future Friend
AUTHOR: David Baddie
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 21 October 2019
GENRE: Science fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
An entertaining tale about time-slip by one of the most renowned authors David Baddiel.
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers ,This week let’s find our Future Friend. Pip is a young girl in the year 3020. She is bored attending virtual school and spending all her day indoors with a talking parrot and cat .One day Pip finds a bright ring in a lab which transports her to the year 2019 where she meets Rahul who is equally bored. Rahul and Pip were no longer lonely now. However, they face unexpected challenges, including hiding talking animals from Rahul’s parents and getting back to future. Read and share your views with us at https://igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: Where The Mountain Meets The Moon
AUTHOR: Grace Lin
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 2010
GENRE: CHILDREN’S FANTASY ADVENTURE
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
-A Charming Fantasy Novel That’s So Much More Than A Fairy Tale
-Referred To As The Chinese Wizard Of Oz
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week let’s go where the mountain meets the moon. Mini is a little impoverished girl who lives in the Village of the Fruitless Mountain, which is bare and never receives rain. Here, she embarks on a journey to meet the mysterious Old Man of the Moon, the only one who could tell her how to reverse the fortunes for herself and her family. Read this timeless classic and share your feedback on igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: Charlie And The Chocolate Factory
AUTHOR: ROALD DAHL
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1964
GENRE: CHILDREN’S ADVENTURE NOVEL
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
-A Thrilling Adventure Novel
-Didactic But Not Preachy
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, let’s accompany young Charlie into the world’s largest and most marvellous chocolate factory! Eccentric genius chocolatier Willy Wonka has dedicated his life to creating amazing chocolates that bend logic and science. Here he invites 5 children into his factory after several years. The seemingly nondescript visit becomes an adventure as children get transformed into blueberries, get sucked into rivers of chocolate and shrink to tiny sizes! Would Charlie survive this crazy adventure? Read this amazing novel and share your feedback on igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: Bookasura: The Adventures of Bala And The Book-Eating Monster
AUTHOR: Karundhati Venkatesh
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 25 January 2015
GENRE: CHILDREN’S FANTASY FICTION
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
–Won the Best Publication for Children award.
– Full of interesting illustrations
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, This week let us peek into the adventures of Bala. At his grandparent’s house, Bala meets someone strange with 9 heads! Yes, it’s a monster and his name —- Bookasura. Can you guess what it demands? It wants to eat books ! Bala keeps supplying him with interesting reads. But he will soon run out of them. What will he do then to save himself? He makes a plan to outwit this book hungry Bookasura. To know his plan, read this amazing peice by Arundhati Venkatesh and share your feedback with us at igraasp.com/iclub.
NAME: The Wind in The Willows
AUTHOR: Kenneth Grahame
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1908
GENRE: children’s fantasy
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Amongst the most famous fantasy novel since Alice in Wonderland -Realistic portrayal of our flawed society and selves
SYNOPSIS
Dear igraaspers, this week let’s listen to the Wind in the Willows, as generation upon generation of children and adults before us have done. A masterpiece in fantasy literature, this novel follows the adventures of Rat, Mole, Toad and Badger that never fail to amuse and surprise. Known for amazing characterisation and rich, vivid descriptions, this one better be in your bucket list. Don’t forget to send your feedback on igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: Love That Dog
AUTHOR: Sharon Creech
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 24th July 2021
GENRE: Children’s fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Conveys the true essence of poetry as just an expression of feelings.
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week, let’s read Love that Dog by Sharon Creech. Jack is just like us, a boy who finds poetry intimidating. But this is only till the non-poetic Jack discovers that he can write down his thoughts in verse. And sure enough poetry springs out of him- simple, not rhyming, about absolutely non-poetic things. Read this humorously endearing work. It’s everything but preachy. And do drop your feedback on igraasp.com/iclub.
NAME: One Dog And His Boy
AUTHOR: Eva Ibbotson
PUBLISHED IN/ON: March 1st, 2012
GENRE: Children’s fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– A charming, heartwarming tale that would appeal to people of all ages
SYNOPSIS
Dear igraaspers, this week we’re shaking paws with A Dog and his Boy. Little Hal Fenton yearns for a dog as a pet. As far as his rich parents are concerned, renting a dog for a small span of time is enough to solve the problem. When Hal realises that his dog had been returned to the agency, he rescues him and embarks on a journey of self discovery and forming lifelong bonds. Read this classic reminiscent of RoaldDahl, and share your feedback on graasp.com/iclub
NAME: A Really Short History of Nearly Everything
AUTHOR: Kate DiCamillo
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 2003
GENRE: Encyclopedia
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Absolutely the ideal book to stimulate a child’s interest in science. Some of the concepts appraoched in a very simple, child-friendly manner, are, in fact, suprisingly complex
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, our science textbooks could never fully answer our questions about the scientific world, could they? That’s why we bring to you A Really Short History of Nearly Everything. This fascinating book will tell you How to Make a Universe, or what makes atoms similar to the blades of a table fan. This book will make you fall in love will science as you explore. So dive in, for an amazing ride through 2 millenia of scientific discovery. Don’t forget to share your feedback on igraasp/iclub
NAME: The Tale Of Despereaux
AUTHOR: Kate DiCamillo
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 2003
GENRE: Children’s Fantasy Fiction
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– An adventure drama with a character who is so fantastical, yet so relatable. This charming fairy tale explores the caste divide too in a very subtle way.
SYNOPSIS
Dear igaaspers, this week we’re meeting Despereaux, a little mouse with a fascinating story. Despereaux is taken up with stories of gallant knights rescuing beautiful princesses. When he falls in love with a human princess, who is then kidnapped, he summons up his brave inner knight in his own inimitable style. Catch this fascinating tale and share your feedback on igraasp.com/iclub
NAME: How To Train Your Dragon
AUTHOR: Cressida Cowell
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 2003–2015
GENRE: CHILDREN’S FANTASY FICTION
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– Sold over 7 million copies.
-Adapted into animated films.
– A fictional account of Viking culture
SYNOPSIS
Igraaspers, this week let us learn how to train our fictional dragons.This 12 part fantasy novel series is about a Viking boy named Hiccup Horrendous Haddock The Third and his dragon Toothless. In order to become a leader, Hiccup must train his dragon. But, everyone bullies him and thinks he is incapable. Now, Hiccup must prove his opponents wrong. What will he do? Embark on the wondrous adventures with him to find out. Learn to speak dragonese and share your comments and illustrations on igraasp.com/iclub/
NAME: THE SECRET SEVEN
AUTHOR: ENID BLYTON
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1947-1957
GENRE: CHILDREN’S FICTION
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– MYSTERY SERIES FOR YOUNG ADULTS SOLD MILLIONS OF COPIES.
SYNOPSIS
Dear IGraaspers, this week we bring YOU THE CLASSIC BOOK SERIES– The Secret Seven– by the great English author Enid Blyton. The books feature a group of seven adoloscent child detectiveS AND THEIR ADVERSARIES WHO hate the Secret Seven Society. The kids solve one mystery after another. THE stories ARE FULL OF MYSTERY AND ADVENTURE AND keep THE readers guessing till the end.
NAME: HOW THE SEA BECAME SALTY
AUTHOR: SUDHA MURTY
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 2019
GENRE: CHILDREN’S FICTION
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– ILLUSTRATED CHIDREN’S FABLE
SYNOPSIS
Dear IGraaspers, this week LET’S FIND OUT HOW THE SEA BECAME SALTY. THIS book by Sudha Murthy whose writing style IS adorable IS Set a long time ago. THE STORY BEGINS when the seawater was sweet and drinkable. EVENTUALLY, IT TURNS SALTY. BUT WHY? WHAT HAS THE SELFISH WOMAN Leela DONE THAT TURNED THE WATER SALTY? READ THIS TALE OF mystery and intrigue TO DISCOVER THE TRUTH. SHARE YOUR FINDINGS ON CONTACTUS@IGRAASP.COM
NAME: AN ADVERTURER’S GUIDE TO OUTER SPACE
AUTHOR: ISABEL THOMAS
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 2017
GENRE: SCIENCE FICTION
EPISODE DATE: 2020
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– SPACE ADVENTURE WITH A GRIPPING PLOT COLORFUL ILLUSTRATIONS
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, fasten your setabelts as we dash outside of Earth with An Adventurer’s Guide To Outer Space. Adventurer Mia is bound on a fantastical voyageto the depths of the universe. Here she finds charismatic constellations, amazing asteroids and even manges to count the shining rings of Saturn.She also sees the Moon and Sun, and along with them all the planet from Mercury to Neptune, the International Space Station, the Asteroid Belt, Dwarf Planets, Kuiper Belt, Exoplanets, the Milky Way and so many faraway galaxies. Phew!This is a book that will set your imagination on fire and keep you engrossed. Read the book and share your feedback on contactus@igraasp.com
NAME: THE EXPLORER
AUTHOR: KATHERINE RUNDELL
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 2017
GENRE: ADVENTURE FICTION
EPISODE DATE: Nov 1, 2020
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– ADVENTURE STORY OF FOUR CHILDREN CRASH LANDING IN A FOREST.
– stylish prose that transports readers within the plot
– Winner of the children’s book prize at the 2017 Costa Book Awards
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraaspers, this week let’s join the explorer friends- Fred, Con, Lila, and Max. While flying from Manaus, their aircraft crashes leading them deep into the amazing Amazon forest where they discover the wonders of nature. When Fred finds a map, it leads them to a ruined city and here, they discover the meaning of friendship, mystery, natural beauty and above all the spirit of survival in unfavourable circumstances. Read this travel-adventure tale and share your feedback on contactus@igraasp.com
NAME: THE TERRIBLE THING THAT HAPPENED TO BARNABY BROCKET
AUTHOR: JOHN BOYNE
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 2014
GENRE: ADVENTURE FICTION
EPISODE DATE: Nov 1, 2020
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– FANTASY TALE OF DISCOVERING INNER JOY.
-MAGICAL JOURNEY OF A BOY WHO FLOATS.
-EXPLORING MEANING OF NORMAL.
SYNOPSIS
Dear igraaspers, this week let’s look at The Terrible Thing That Happened To Barnaby Brocket. In this story, the Brockets’ family are so used to their lives and habits that they reject anything or anyone who is unusual or different. But when they have a son Barnaby, they discover that he is so different that he could actually float. Not being able to cope up with anomaly, they abandon him. The child floats along the path of a very special hot-air balloon embarking on a magical journey around the world. What will happen to Barnaby? Read the story to discover and share your feedback with us at contactus@igraasp.com
NAME: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy
AUTHOR: Douglas Adams
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1978
GENRE: SCIENCE FICTION
EPISODE DATE: Nov 1, 2020
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– -HUMOROUS SCIENCE FICTION; STARTED AS RADIO COMEDY BROADCAST
SYNOPSIS
IGRAASPERS, let’s hitch a ride into the outerspace with the Hitchhigker’s Guide to The Galaxy. In this comic Space Science fiction novel series, Earth is destroyed by a race of aliens called Vogons. They have done so to create an intergalactic bypass. Now Earth’s only survivor Arthur Dent- an Englishman must travel the space and go on adventures and learn of the mysteries of the outerspace. Here he finds that Earth was a super computer designed by another supercomputer called Deep Thought. Post Earth’s destruction, descendents of Deep Thought are chasing Arthur to find an important question. What will happen? Where will his adventures lead him? Read this fascinating novel series and share your feedback on contactus@igraasp.com
NAME: A CHRISTMAS CAROL
AUTHOR: Charles Dickens
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1843
GENRE: CHILDREN’S CLASSIC
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– CLASSIC FABLE WITH A MEANINGFUL LESSON
SYNOPSIS
Dear Igraasper, this week bring you A Christmas Carol. In this timeless story, a miserly man Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his former business partner along with Christmas spirits. Through them, he discovers that being selfish and unkind can lead to misery and loneliness. He wakes up a reformed man on Christmas morning and sends presents to make amends for his past deeds displaying compassion and generosity. Read this touching story and share your feedback on contactus@igraasp.com
NAME: FISH IN A TREE
AUTHOR: LYNDA MULLALY HUNT
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 05-02-2015
GENRE: CHILDREN’S FICTION
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– AWARENESS ABOUT SPECIAL NEEDS
– POSITIVITY AND HOPE
– FRIENDSHIP
– WON MANY AWARDS
SYNOPSIS
CAN YOU find a FISH IN A TREE! Think that’s impossible? Well, you are correct. The story is about a girl Ally who thinks she is unintelligent because she cannot read. What she does not realize is that different people have different talents. She cannot read because she has dyslexia. While she is bullied at school, positivity and hope appear when her new teacher Mr. Daniels discovers her creative side. An emotional tale that will make you count your blessings and make you more mindful and sensitive. Do read and share your feedback with us.
NAME: Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
AUTHOR: Rick Riordan
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 01-07-2005
GENRE: Fantasy/Young Adult/Greek Mythology Fantasy
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
First Novel of the Percy Jackson & The Olympians series.
Simplifies Greek mythology.
Made into a film
SYNOPSIS
Zeus’ thunder bolt has been stolen.
A young boy Percy is suspected to be the thief. When his school teachers suddenly start turning into mythical creatures, Percy hardly has time to get his bearings and learn battle craft.
Who is he? Why is he being chased?
Read out this modern day classic and best seller to learn all about Greek mythology. If you have seen the film adaptation, compare how close the latter is to the book. Share your feedback with us
NAME: Wonder
AUTHOR: R. J. Palacio
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 14-02-2012
GENRE: CHILDREN’S FICTION
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
EXPLORES THEMES OF BULLYING
ENCOURAGES SENSITIVITY
WON MANY AWARDS
SYNOPSIS
Do you ever Wonder about the qualities of kindness and acceptance? A fifth grader Auggie is about to attend regular school for the first time… his fear, no one will accept him. Why? Well, he has a facial deformity and that poses the biggest hurdle for him to make friends and get accepted in school and society. Read this book and find out what happens to him in school.
NAME: CITY OF EMBER
AUTHOR: Jean DuPrau
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 01-05-2003
GENRE: POST-APOCALYPTIC CHILDREN’S FICTION
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
MYSTERY
GRIPPING
WON MANY AWARDS
ADAPTED INTO FILM
SYNOPSIS
A post-apocalyptic self-sustainable town, The City Of Ember was created to survive during the outbreak of a deadly cough. 2 centuries later, the city is in danger due to decay and corruption. Two brave kids must set out to solve the mystery to attempt to save their city. A first of a series of novels, The City of Embers will grip you and keep you wanting for more. This award winning book has also been adapted into a film. Read the series and share your views with us.
NAME: CHARLIE AND THE GREAT GLASS ELEVATOR
AUTHOR: ROALD DAHL
PUBLISHED IN/ON: 1972
GENRE: CHILDREN’S FANTASY
WHAT’S SPECIAL?
– SEQUEL TO CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
– SPACE ADVENTURE
– SCIENCE FICTION
SYNOPSIS
