AdiDev Press releases books on saints under new children series
New Delhi Feb 24 PTI A new illustrated set of board books seeks to introduce young children to values and perspectives derived from the lives and philosophies of Indian saints Mahavira Guru Nanak and BuddhaPrart of AdiDev Press recently launched Learning TO BE series the three books are titled Kindness with Mahavira Service with Guru Nanak and Peace with Buddha They are co-authored by Chitwan Mittal and Sarita SarafWe believe that biographies can be powerful tools to inspire and uplift We do not want our books to be preachy We are committed to developing this series by writing books on inspiring South Asian personalities including scientists sportspersons performing artists change makers and many more These board books are aimed at toddlers and early readers ages 4-8 said Mittal founder and editorial director of AdiDev Press in a statementWritten in simple text each book showcases one value that can be highlighted in the life of the personality being covered Laced with heuristic examples and suggestions it encourages readers to recognise how they can implement this value through actions in their own livesWhile Kindness with Mahavira aims to encourage the younger readers with Mahaviras message on kindness and compassion the other two books — Service with Guru Nanak and Peace with Buddha — encourage children to make service a part of their daily lives and help them recognise the value of wanting less finding peace and connecting with their inner selves respectivelyThe books are illustrated by award-winning illustrator Debasmita DasguptaNot often you come across childrens books that are simple yet profound The Learning To Be series on Indian saints is one of a kind and I am delighted to have illustrated these books Visually I have tried to integrate these ideas of simplicity in the ocean of deepness through the use of simplistic lines and character sketches complemented with hand painted abstract textures added DasguptaThe books priced at Rs 499 each are currently available for sale on offline and online stores PTI MG RDS RDS
New Delhi Feb 24 PTI A new illustrated set of board books seeks to introduce young children to values and perspectives derived from the lives and philosophies of Indian saints Mahavira Guru Nanak and BuddhaPrart of AdiDev Press recently launched Learning TO BE series the three books are titled Kindness with Mahavira Service with Guru Nanak and Peace with Buddha They are co-authored by Chitwan Mittal and Sarita SarafWe believe that biographies can be powerful tools to inspire and uplift We do not want our books to be preachy We are committed to developing this series by writing books on inspiring South Asian personalities including scientists sportspersons performing artists change makers and many more These board books are aimed at toddlers and early readers ages 4-8 said Mittal founder and editorial director of AdiDev Press in a statementWritten in simple text each book showcases one value that can be highlighted in the life of the personality being covered Laced with heuristic examples and suggestions it encourages readers to recognise how they can implement this value through actions in their own livesWhile Kindness with Mahavira aims to encourage the younger readers with Mahaviras message on kindness and compassion the other two books — Service with Guru Nanak and Peace with Buddha — encourage children to make service a part of their daily lives and help them recognise the value of wanting less finding peace and connecting with their inner selves respectivelyThe books are illustrated by award-winning illustrator Debasmita DasguptaNot often you come across childrens books that are simple yet profound The Learning To Be series on Indian saints is one of a kind and I am delighted to have illustrated these books Visually I have tried to integrate these ideas of simplicity in the ocean of deepness through the use of simplistic lines and character sketches complemented with hand painted abstract textures added DasguptaThe books priced at Rs 499 each are currently available for sale on offline and online stores PTI MG RDS RDS
