📘 Regional Folktales from India (Illustrated) by Maple Press
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Publisher: Maple Press Pvt. Ltd. (part of their Famous Illustrated Stories series)
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Format: Full‑color paperback, ~72 pages, English, with attractive visuals and simple text for bedtime reading.
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Reading Age: Suitable for 6–13 years, ideal around 6+
- Content Theme: A curated set of folk tales from various regions of India featuring themes like courage, wisdom, sacrifice, and cultural life. Provides exposure to India’s diverse storytelling traditions.
🌟 Why This Maple Press Folktale Book Shines
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Highly affordable and easily available across Indian retail platforms
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Illustrated storytelling that’s vibrant and suitable for group/classroom or bedtime reads
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Compact format—perfect for short reading sessions or introducing folklore basics
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Cultural immersion—each tale drawn from a different region offers diverse narratives
✅ Would This Be Right for Your Child?
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Looking for a light, standalone collection of Indian folktales?
→ Regional Folktales from India (Illustrated) is a perfect compact choice. -
Want to explore more stories and regional variety?
→ The Stories from India 5-book set offers broader coverage and richer reading. -
Prefer regional or language-specific tales?
→ Try Dakshin: South Indian Myths and Fables Retold for South India folklore. Hindi speakers might enjoy the Hindi versions of Maple Press titles. -
Enjoy comics or richer illustrations?
→ Explore Karadi Tales or Amar Chitra Katha, both visually immersive formats.









