Vikram & Betal - Life Lessons for Our Times

By Neelam Kumar

Step into the mysterious and magical world of Timeless Tales of Vikram and Betal, a beautifully illustrated collection of Indian folktales for children ages 7+. Follow the wise King Vikramaditya and the clever Betal through forests, riddles, moral dilemmas, and unexpected twists as each story challenges young readers to think carefully before discovering the answer.

Retold in simple, child-friendly language with vibrant illustrations, these timeless tales introduce children to India's rich storytelling heritage while encouraging curiosity, reasoning, and reflection. Each story is followed by a special Life Skills Nugget that connects traditional values such as honesty, patience, courage, and empathy with situations children can understand today.

Key FeaturesFeatures a curated collection of Vikram and Betal stories from Indian folklore.Uses accessible, age-appropriate language for independent reading and family storytime.Vibrant illustrations bring the magical settings, characters, and adventures to life.Includes clever riddles, moral dilemmas, and thought-provoking endings.Special Life Skills Nuggets connect timeless wisdom with everyday situations.
Learning BenefitsEncourages critical thinking, reasoning, and inference skills.Supports reading comprehension and vocabulary development.Introduces children to Indian culture, folklore, and traditional storytelling.Encourages reflection on values such as honesty, empathy, patience, courage, and fairness.
Perfect ForChildren ages 7+ who enjoy folktales, riddles, mystery, and moral stories.Parents and educators looking for Indian mythology and folklore books, moral stories, and cultural books for kids.Independent reading, bedtime stories, classroom discussions, and school libraries.Birthdays, festivals, holidays, and thoughtful cultural gifts for young readers.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354407080
• ISBN13: 9789354407086
• Release Date: February 2023
• Publisher: Wonder House Books
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.4" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7