- Picture books of Animals, Birds, Nature, Fruits & Vegetables
- Bruno Series
- Big story books
- Pepper series
- Panchatantra series
- Scholastic story books
Books by Eric Carle:
- The Very Hungry Caterpillar
- The Very Hungry Caterpillar ABC
- The Very Hungry Caterpillar Christmas 123
- Love from The Very Hungry Caterpillar
- The Very Busy Spider
- The Very Quiet Cricket
- The Very Lonely Firefly
- The Very Clumsy Click Beetle
- Papa, Please get the Moon for me
- The Grouchy Ladybug
Books by Dr. Suess:
- Because a little bug went Ka-Choo Chasing rainbows
- Cooking with Sam-I-am
- Cooking with the Grinch
- Dr. Suess's ABC
- Fox in socks
- Gerald Mc Boing - Boing
- From Army Ants to Zebrafish: animals that hop, fly and swim
- Green eggs and Ham
- Green eggs and Ham and other servings of Dr. Suess
Toddlers (18- 24 months)
- Where is Spot?
- Dear Zoo
- Open the Barn Door
- Peek A Who
- Thomas, the Tank Engine (Big Lift and Look Book)
- Elmo's Big lift and Look Book
- The Very Hungry Caterpillar
- Good Night Moon
- We are going on a Bear Hunt
- Moo Ba La La La Brown Bear,
- Brown Bear what do you see?
Pre- Schoolers (2 -5 years)
- The Bravest of the brave
- Hello Grand Manoon
- Ya Ya's Boom Boom
- Balancing on a rock
- Don’t let the pigeon drive the bus
- Words are not for hurting
- Families are forever
- Dream a tale of wonder, wisdom and wishes
- Up in heaven
- I am gonna like me
Material required : Mats for rolling and unrolling (plain fabric) cotton
- L - 44cm
- W - 34cm
Objective:
To help the child develop coordination, concentration, order, and independence while learning how to care for their environment.
Specific Learning Objectives:
- To refine gross and fine motor skills through controlled movement.
- To encourage a sense of order by keeping the workspace neat.
- To promote independence and responsibility in handling classroom materials.
- To enhance focus and concentration by following a step-by-step process.
- To develop respect for shared spaces and materials within the classroom community.
Tray 1:3 Diameter - 29.5cm (preferably)
Button sorting by size/ colour/shape
Bean sorting
Note: Use clean hands to do this activity. Beans used for activity should be (ideally) washed and reused for cooking
Objective:
To help the child develop visual discrimination, concentration, coordination, and independence through a hands-on classification activity.
Specific Learning Objectives:
- To develop the ability to observe and differentiate based on size, shape, colour, or texture.
- To enhance fine motor control and hand–eye coordination while picking and placing small objects.
- To strengthen concentration and attention to detail.
- To encourage logical thinking and early categorization skills, which form the base for mathematical concepts.
- To promote independence and a sense of order in completing a task from start to finish.
Material: Locks of different sizes and matching keys
Objective:
- To develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor control.
- To enhance the child's concentration and attention to detail.
- To promote logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- To help the child understand size variation within similar objects.
- To encourage independence through self-correcting activity (lock opens only with the correct key).
- To refine muscle control and dexterity in the hands and fingers.
- To build patience and persistence while trying different keys.
Material: Bottles/Jar of different sizes and shapes
Objective:
- To develop fine motor control and coordination of hand and wrist movements.
- To strengthen the pincer grip and finger dexterity.
- To enhance concentration and patience through repetitive practice.
- To help the child understand different types of closures (screw caps, flip tops, snap lids, etc.).
- To promote independence in performing daily life activities.
- To improve the child's ability to differentiate between tight and loose movements.
- To foster order, responsibility, and care in handling materials.
Note: Indicator lines can be made on the glasses using a marker/coloured tape/ different colour rubber band.
Objective:
- To develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor control.
- To enhance concentration, focus, and control of movement.
- To introduce the concept of volume and measurement through the indicator line.
- To refine the child's muscle coordination and pouring skills.
- To foster independence and confidence in handling real-life tasks.
- To cultivate a sense of order, neatness, and responsibility while working with water.
- To improve the child's judgment of quantity by observing when to stop pouring at the indicator line.
Mixed Bean Salad
Ingredients for salad spread
- Beans
- Bell pepper
- Red onion
- Lemon juice
- Salt
- Black Pepper
Ingredients for salad
- In a large bowl, combine beans, bell peppers, and red onion
- In a small bowl, add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper
Hung Curd Sandwich
Ingredients
- Thick curd / hung curd / yogurt
- Thick curd / hung curd / yogurt
- Pepper powder
- Carrot finely chopped
- Salt to taste
- Cabbage finely chopped
- Capsicum finely chopped
- Slices bread white / wholegrain
- 2tsp butter
Instructions
Sandwich spread recipe
- In a large mixing bowl take thick curd
- Add crushed / powdered pepper according to your spice level
- Sprinkle some salt to taste. and give a good mix
- Now add few finely chopped vegetables like carrot, cabbage, capsicum
- Give a good mix and keep aside
Sandwich recipe
- Take any bread.
- Apply sandwich spread generously over one side of bread slice
- Cover and press with other bread slice over it
- Grill or toast it
Corn Flakes and Oats Bhel
Ingredients for Oats Bhel
- Cornflakes
- Onion Chopped
- Tomato Chopped
- Coriander leaves Chopped
- Salt to taste
- Lemon juice 1 tablespoon
- Pomegranate seeds 1 tablespoon
Method
- Mix the above ingredients well and enjoy the bhel
Corn Bhel
Ingredients for Corn Bhel
- Cooked sweet corn kernels
- Chopped onions
- Deseeded and chopped tomatoes
- Pomegranate -optional
- Chaat masala
- Lemon juice
- Chopped coriander (dhania)
- Salt to taste
Method
- Mix the ingredients well and serve
Cheddar Cheese Cracker Bites
Ingredients for Cheddar Cheese Cracker Bites
- Cheddar Cheese
- Tomatoes Chopped
- Fruits Seasonal and optional
- Coriander(optional)
Method
- Place the cracker bite on the plate and add the cheese and above ingredients.
- Try to add ingredients of different colours to make it look more appealing to eat.
Vegetable Uttapam
Ingredients for Vegetable Uttapam
- Semolina (Sooji)
- Yogurt
- Water
- Finely chopped onions
- Tomatoes
- Carrots
- Sweet corn
- Coriander
- A Pinch of Baking Soda
Instructions
Vegetable Uttapam Spread Recipe
- Mix ingredients into a thick batter
- Let the semolina soak for 10 minutes
- Then spread on a hot non-stick pan
- Cook each side until golden and crisp
- Serve it with chutney or Ketchup.
Sabudana Khichdi
Ingredients for Sabudana Khichdi
- Soaked Sabudana (Tapioca Pearls)
- Peanuts
- Potatoes
- Cumin
- Green Chilies
- Rock Salt
- Lemon Juice
- Coriander
Instructions
Sabudana Khichdi Spread Recipe
- Sauté potatoes, Peanuts, and spices add drained Sabudana
- Cook until translucent
- Finish with lemon juice and coriander
- A toddler favorite, it's quick to make and truly satisfying.
Veggie Fried Rice
Ingredients for Veggie Fried Rice
- Mixed Veggies (Carrot, Capsicum, Peas, Beans, Corn)
- Cooked rice
- Onion
- Ginger
- Garlic
- Soy Sauce
- Tomato Ketchup
- Ghee or Butter
- Coriander
Instructions
Veggie Fried Rice Spread Recipe
- Sauté aromatic base
- Stir-fry vegetables
- Add rice and sauces
- Mix and garnish with coriander—it's wholesome and ready in no time
Sprouted Moong Dal
Ingredients for Sprouted Moong Daal
- Sprouted Moong
- Vegetables
- Spices
- Oats or Besan as Binder
Instructions
Sprouted Moong Dal Spread Recipe
- Grind sprouts
- Mix with chopped veggies and seasonings
- Bind with oats or besan
- Shape into mini cutlets and shallow-fry until golden brown.
Mini Mixed Moong Dal Chila
Ingredients for mini Mixed Moong Dal Chila
- Equal parts Yellow & Green moong dal (soaked)
- Salt
- Hing
Instructions
Mini Mixed Moong Dal Chila Spread Recipe
- Blend dal into a batter, add seasoning
- Pour spoonful into a mini-uthappam pan
- Cook with minimal oil until lightly golden on both sides
- Mini-sized and toddler-friendly.
Paneer Stuffed Paratha
Ingredients for Paneer Stuffed Paratha
- Whole Wheat flour – 1 cup
- Grated Paneer – 1 cup
- Finely Chopped coriander – 1 tbsp
- Mild spices (cumin powder, little garam masala, salt)
- Water and Oil/Ghee for kneading and cooking
Instructions
Paneer Stuffed Paratha Spread Recipe
- Knead dough with flour and water; set aside for 20 minutes.
- Mix grated paneer with coriander and spices.
- Divide dough and filling into equal portions. Roll dough into small discs, place filling in center, seal and roll again gently.
- Cook parathas on a hot griddle with little oil/ghee until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve warm easy to pack and eat.
Vegetable Idli Muffins
Ingredients for Vegetable Idli Muffins
- Idli batter – 2 cups
- Finely chopped carrots, peas, beans – 1/2 cup
- Mustard seeds, curry leaves, salt
Instructions
Vegetable Idli Muffins Spread Recipe
- Temper mustard seeds and curry leaves in oil; add veggies and sauté lightly.
- Mix sautéed veggies into idli batter.
- Pour batter into greased mini muffin trays.
- Pour batter into greased mini muffin trays.
- Cool and pack tasty and nutritious!
Sweet Potato and Carrot Patties
Ingredients for Sweet Potato and Carrot Patties
- Boiled mashed sweet potato – 1 cup
- Grated carrot – 1/2 cup
- Salt
- Cumin Powder
- Coriander Leaves
Instructions
Sweet Potato and Carrot Patties Spread Recipe
- Mix mashed sweet potato, carrot, and spices.
- Form small patties, optionally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Shallow fry in little oil till golden.
- Let it cool before packing.
Oats and Banana Cookies
Ingredients for Oats and Banana Cookies
- Ripe bananas – 2
- Rolled oats – 1 cup
- Cinnamon powder – 1/2 tsp
- Raisins or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Oats and Banana Cookies Spread Recipe
- Mash bananas well.
- Mix in oats, cinnamon, and optional raisins/nuts.
- Shape into small cookie rounds on a baking tray.
- Bake at 180°C for 15-20 mins until lightly golden.
- Cool and pack as a sweet tiffin snack.
Cheese Veggie Toast
Ingredients for Cheese Veggie Toast
- 1 Slice whole wheat or multigrain bread
- 1 Tablespoon grated cheese
- 1 Tbsp finely chopped veggies (capsicum, tomato, spinach)
- A pinch of black pepper or herbs (optional)
- Butter or ghee for toasting
Instructions
Oats and Cheese Veggie Toast
- Mix cheese with finely chopped veggies.
- Spread the mix on one side of the bread slice.
- Heat a pan and grease it lightly.
- Place bread on a pan (cheese side up), cover with a lid.
- Toast on low flame until cheese melts and bottom is golden.
- Cool slightly, cut into bite-size pieces and serve.
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