India : The Land of Snakes and Serpents – Part II – Snakes as Symbols
Snakes have been a popular Symbol across world cultures. What do they symbollize in India and its art forms?
Read MoreAuthor: Mallika Ravikumar
I used to argue for a living. Now I write!
India has been home and fascinates me no end. I love History - both natural and man-made. I enjoy engaging with children. I'm bitten by the travel bug. And I absolutely love Writing.
I tossed a bit of all these in together and India Travel Tales 4 Kids was born!
I also write on a variety of other subjects..for young and old, the serious kind and the profane! To check out my work visit www.mallikaiyer.com
India : The Land of Snakes and Serpents – Part I – Get to know Snakes
India’s association with Snakes goes back a long way. From legend and folklore to wildlife and ecology, snakes are an integral part of India. Introduce your children to these interesting creatures.
Read MoreSovereign Socialist Secular : Decode the Jargon for Kids this Republic Day
It isn’t easy to explain the significance of Republic Day to Children. Here’s a lovely book that can help.
Read MoreLadakh with Kids
Considering a trip to Ladakh for the holidays? Wondering how kids would cope with the biting cold and high altitude? Find answers to all your concerns right here!
Read MoreChristmas, Plum Cake and Much More!
Why is Plum Cake called Plum Cake when it does not contain Plums? An innocuous question from the kids leads me into the past and prompts a walk along the annals of Christianity in India.
Read MoreWhy does the Indian National Team wear Blue?
“Why does the Indian team wear blue?” A question from my son prompts me to take a walk down Indian History.
Read MoreOver the Mountains and through the Woods – Trekking with Kids.
Tips, Tricks and More from an Avid Trekker on how to get children started and enthused about Trekking.
Read MoreThe Dukhbanjani Ber in Amritsar’s Golden Temple
The Golden Temple in Amritsar is famous for many reasons. Here’s a lesser-known story of a miraculous tree
Read MoreMeet the Birdman of India
Discovering India’s wide variety of bird life is a joy. If we are able to enjoy, appreciate and understand Indian birds today, its largely the legacy of Salim Ali, fondly called the Birdman of India.
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