Top-rated books by Dilip Kaodowale
Holi (World of Festivals)
Age: 7-10
Books like Dilip Kaodowale’s
Friends and Heroes: The Easter Story
Deborah Lock, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates valuable lessons on friendship and bravery.
Engaging retelling of a significant historical event.
Supports growth in empathy and moral understanding.
Ideal for shared reading during the Easter season.

Friends and Heroes: The Easter Story
Deborah Lock, 2023
Award winning
Water Stories: From Around the World
Sandhya Rao, Radhika Menon, Nirupama Sekhar, 2023
100 pages
Why to read
Explores global water tales, broadening cultural understanding.
Enhances geographical knowledge through engaging storytelling.
Supports environmental awareness from an early age.
Encourages family discussions about nature and conservation.

Water Stories: From Around the World
Sandhya Rao, Radhika Menon, Nirupama Sekhar, 2023
Award winning
Secret of the Swans (1)
Althea Hughes, 2019
164 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery enhances children's curiosity and imagination.
Features resilient, smart characters promoting positive role models.
Encourages teamwork, courage in overcoming challenges.
Engages young readers with beautifully crafted narrative.

Secret of the Swans (1)
Althea Hughes, 2019
Award winning
Just For You!: The Girls In The Circle
Nikki Giovanni, Cathy Ann Johnson, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and community building.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Vibrant illustrations enhance storytelling.
Supports emotional and social development.

Just For You!: The Girls In The Circle
Nikki Giovanni, Cathy Ann Johnson, 2004
Bob's Best Day Ever!
Nickelodeon Publishing, 2004
12 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks imagination and joy.
Bob enhances problem-solving skills in playful scenarios.
Relatable, engaging characters foster emotional development.
Ideal read for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Bob's Best Day Ever!
Nickelodeon Publishing, 2004
Hanukkah: Festivals and Holidays
June Behrens, 1983
31 pages
Why to read
Explores Hanukkah traditions through engaging storytelling.
Enhances cultural understanding and diversity awareness.
Supports developmental learning about festivals and history.
Encourages family bonding over holiday reading.

Hanukkah: Festivals and Holidays
June Behrens, 1983
Award winning
Chanukah
David F. Marx, 2000
31 pages
Why to read
Celebrate Chanukah traditions through engaging storytelling.
Enhances understanding of cultural and religious practices.
Supports development of children's sense of identity.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.

Chanukah
David F. Marx, 2000
Award winning
Who Cares?
Krista Bell, 2003
176 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in understanding empathy and kindness.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages conversations about feelings and caring for others.
Supports social and emotional development in young readers.
