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NEW sibling special Zooboo storybook: Save The Beach!
We have an exciting announcement! A brand new Zooboo storybook has just launched called – Save The Beach. This storybook can be customized 4 ways like our sibling special books and is great of 7-8 year olds (or younger/older depending on your kids interests & reading levels). This book is a heartwarming tale about two siblings who set out to clean the local beach. It is a perfect example of the saying, ‘Every little tale has an impact’. When a small family visits a coastal town of India they are shocked to see the state of the beach. Will they be able to encourage the citizens to clean the beach? What ideas will they put into restoring their beach? Read this book here to find out! It is available in 5.5” as well as 8” sizes in hardcover & softcover format. You can customize it to suit all sibling relationships like Elder brother-younger sister, Elder sister-younger brother, Elder sister- younger sister, Elder brother – younger brother This book will show the kids names and character (boy/girl) on the cover & throughout the story. If you want to encourage your kids to think about the environment and become conscious citizens then 'Save the beach' is for YOU. Your kids will learn many complex new words, build their imagination skills and will be motivated to actively work towards saving Mother Earth. This book is a good option if looking for Birthday gifts, birthday return gifts, party favours, Raksha bandhan gifts, back-to-school gifts & more. Check out our other sibling special books here: A1 Summer and Play I spy Customize your Zooboo storybook at a special discount today! Use code MERRY30 For FLAT 30% off on your order!
4 reasons you will LOVE the new storybook ‘Finds a story!’ + launch offer
Team Zooboo is excited to announce the launch of the latest storybook for 8-10 year olds – ‘Finds a story’! You can now personalize it for your kids at a special discounted price. Use code FESTIVE30 at checkout. About the book: In this fun tale, your child will stretch their imagination to look for a story all over the house! But finding an original story is not as easy as it looks right? Then again, maybe you just need to look carefully... because there is a story hidden all around you! Where do you think will they discover a new story? Read this book to find out! Encourage your child’s imagination skills & help them learn new concepts and words with this exciting tale. Preview this fun book by entering your child’s name here. PREVIEW THE BOOK HERE Four reasons why you will LOVE this new book: Story about imagination & creativity Teaches kids the importance of original thinking Learn new words and idioms like ‘make oneself scarce’ Kids will learn about helping in the house & being independent This witty book is written by author Payal Dhar and illustrated by the skilful illustrator Sirjita Sarkar. Guess what? You can now order this book at FLAT 30% off + enjoy FREE Home Delivery! Use code FESTIVE30 and place your orders today! SAVE 30% NOW
4 NEW Zooboo books reviewed!
It’s been over 3 months to the launch of the brand NEW Zooboo storybooks and we are SO happy with the astounding response from all over! These four books are the latest addition to the Zooboo family: Slays the fear monster Traffic Jam Adventure Noisy Holiday What will you be when you grow up? https://zooboostory.com/book/what-will-you-be-when-you-grow-up And all the books have found so much LOVE & appreciation from kids as well as parents from all over India! :) Take a look at what little readers are saying: “This is my favourite book. I took it to school with me. My teacher showed the different occupations to the entire class. I like reading my name in my Zooboo book” - Aaradhya (@being.mama.everyday) "When I grow up I will be a scientist just like the little Swasti scientist shown here in my book :) Thank you Zooboo, I Love you" - Swasti (@super_swasti) “I like my Zooboo counting book a lot. I like to count from 1 to 10 all the things in my book. It has my name it in and all my friends have seen my name book” - Myra (@cuppycakes_muffins11) “I always wanted a book that is based on ME! And this year I got a gift that is a storybook with myself in it, how fun is that? It has my name on the main page and everywhere in the story. This story is about a girl who hates the city noise and goes to a little farm over the weekend. I absolutely love my book!” - Pihu (@smitababbles) “I used to be afraid of my dark room. I don’t like to enter my room without lights. But now I am brave. I like my Zooboo book that teaches me that it is ok to be afraid. I try to be brave when I enter my room now I am not that scared as before.” - Ditya (@babbiegram.1230) If you want to personalize some storybooks with your child's name & gift them a few books filled with educational concepts, stories and beautiful illustrations then head to Zooboo! Use code STORY to save Rs. 300 on your order! SHOP HERE
6 tips to help kids tackle phobias (from the book ‘Slays the fear monster’)
What is a phobia? Fear is a normal reaction to a threat while a phobia leads to a fear response even when you're not in danger. In general, Fear is characterized by mild to moderate (sometimes reasonably high) anxiety while phobia is distinguished by a very high anxiety level. Is it common? According to Rochester Medical Center, ‘All children have fears at some point in their life.’ When untreated, phobias can become a lifelong issue. So treatment is important. What can we do to help kids tackle them? The URMC Encyclopaedia says that kids may need Individual or cognitive behavioural therapy as well as Family therapy. Parents play a vital role in any treatment process. You can start early by addressing this topic through BOOKS. Zooboo’s personalized story book ‘Slays the fear monster’ is a great first step in helping kids understand their phobias. Authored by renowned clinical psychologist, Dr. Nisha Vidyasagar – this book beautifully shows us 6 handy tips to tackle fears in kids with engaging illustrations. Discover 6 tips shared in this book: #1 Talk to someone Kids should be encouraged to talk to someone they trust like parents, grandparents, siblings and first family. No matter how small or irrational their fear might seem, as parents we must not ridicule them. Acknowledge their anxiety and be there for them as they try to cope. #2 Positive affirmations Repeating positive affirmations like “I am strong, I am capable, I am brave etc.” and other such phrases pertaining to their particular phobia helps. It makes kids feel confident and they are mentally better placed when faced by the said fear. #3 Deep breaths A great calming technique (even for adults!) is concentrating on your breath. This book talks about a simple technique for kids. They try to imagine a flower on their palm and try to take in its fragrance by breathing deeply and slowly. #4 Draw & tear up your fear Dr. Nisha says that kids can try to draw their fear on paper. Followed by tearing it up and throwing it away. This symbolic act can help little kids towards mental confidence of overpowering their fear. #5 Hugs help too Simple touch of hand or a hug can help your child feel momentarily safe and secure. It soothes their mind and they feel self-assured #6 Trial & error Whatever course of treatment you take – whether it’s cognitive therapy, family therapy, just talking to your child, letting them draw it out or repeating affirmations – a trial of facing their fear and trying to cope with it will help. They can practically apply these tricks (in your presence) and feel more confident. Eventually, a trial and error method helps them put their learning to test. Deep breathing helps kids calm down Fears and phobias are common in all kids They can be real fears or imaginary like 'monster under the bed' Hugging helps kids feel self assured & safe We hope that these tips were helpful to you. If you’re looking for a personalized book like 'Slays the fear monster' for your kids, or want to gift one to someone you know – head to the website and personalize this book right away! Personalize the cover + story with your kids name Pick from girl/boy character as well ORDER THE BOOK HERE
5 Benefits of reading NATURE related books to your kids
Last year we had discussed about the benefits of personalization in storybooks in this article - 6 benefits of personalized storybooks. Now with kids being allowed outdoors once again, it’s time to understand why books on nature are so impactful to your child’s development. Here are 5 benefits of reading nature-related books to your kids: #1 Kids learn to appreciate nature Reading books that involve nature, outdoors, animals etc. to your children can help them understand more about the environment, build their interest and curiosity about nature, and may even lead them to want to take action to help protect the planet. #2 It serves as a positive distraction Obviously, reading is a way to divert your kids attention as they focus on the story they are reading or listening to. But especially reading about nature in particular can help kids experience, think about, and visualize the beauty of nature. Stories with natural, whimsical imagery can transport your kids to gorgeous, serene locations, such as a zoo, nature park, mystical forest, or even a farm full of birds. This relaxing escape is more important than ever for kids as we face stressful times. #3 Sparks feelings of wonder in kids Reading about nature helps spark awe and wonder in children, which ultimately makes them feel happier and calmer. Awe is an emotion that allows us to test our concept of time and gives us the sense of being small in a grand universe, and helps us to truly be in the moment. We might feel chills up our spine, goosebumps, or even tears in our eyes during an awe-inspiring moment like seeing a rainbow, gazing up at the stars, or reading about a fascinating new animal species discovered. #4 They come to know the benefits of nature Another really wonderful benefit of reading a book about nature is that it allows kids to learn about the various benefits of nature. Further, these benefits also have a calming effect on kids. Scientists have discovered that one of the reasons why nature is so soothing to us is that many patterns naturally occur in our environment. Our minds are naturally attracted to and soothed by patterns in leaves, tree bark, tree rings, waves, clouds, shells, feather, snowflakes, and more. There are so many amazing patterns of nature to look for both outdoors and in children’s story books. A lot of nature based books feature animals in them. Most children love animals, and numerous studies show that animals can help relax children, bringing them so much joy and awe whether this is a pet or an animal they see in their dream, at a zoo, or in a story. #5 Calms them down (great for bedtime) Books also help kids escape from the present moment into a world of imagination that captures all their attention. They may become so completely engaged in the story to the point of reaching a calm, meditative state that is great for dozing off. Additionally, bedtime stories bring you closer to your child and help them feel safe and secure so they can get to sleep easily. Zooboo’s range of nature-related personalized storybooks are the perfect choice for bedtime, as they transport kids to a magical natural environment filled with animals, flowers, trees, water, and more. If you’re looking for personalized books for kids where they spend a day in the zoo, at a farm or the nature park then head over to Zooboo & personalize a book with your kids name in it for Rs. 99 only! For instance, in the latest Zooboo storybook ‘Noisy Holiday’, a child is fed up with the noise in a crowded city. So he/she explores a weekend at a beautiful farm. In this book, your child will experience the joy of milking the cow, feeding the animals, plucking fresh vegetables and coffee beans. They will enjoy the calm of reading in the rains and eating breakfast by the trees. Let your child fall in love with nature. Personalize this storybook for them from Rs. 99 only. Use code STORY CUSTOMIZE A STORYBOOK HERE
Zooboo books are LOVED by parents from across India!
Ever wondered why personalized storybooks are so loved and appreciated by children as compared to regular storybooks? For starters, kids truly relate to the character and feel a thrill at reading their name in a storybook! Further, Zooboo storybooks are expertly illustrated by talented artists and written by India’s award-winning kid’s authors! TRY ONE NOW FOR Rs. 99! Each book is backed by months of research on age-appropriate topics, new vocabulary, concepts, character sketch and skilled effort by designers and authors. The fact that each book can be personalized for kids also makes it a great gift that is creative, educational, exciting for the kids and ofcourse a keepsake forever! And that is precisely why parents and kids all over India have loved all the 12 Zooboo books. While we work on the launch of the next books, here are some of the most powerful customer testimonials from parents across India! Megha Malhotra, 2 reviews. Reviewed 3 months ago Such a unique and amazing concept opted. Totally loved it. It will stay as a beautiful for future. This will remain so close to our heart. The colour used in book and the concept of making our kid the main character of the story impressed everyone of us. Thanks for such a mesmerizing experience Jatin Jani. Local Guide·20 reviews·43 photos. Reviewed 2 months ago Super Happy about the personalised book I ordered for my daughter. Even though I ordered a book with the least price, the quality is good. The content of the book is loved by my daughter so much. This is really cool what you are doing!! Keep it up!! Vridhi Wadhwa. 1 review·1 photo. Reviewed 3 months ago Hi everyone...Thankyou zooboo for such a personalized story book for our Lil reader...my daughter vridhi such a loved it....don't waste parents a precious tym by giving phone just order zooboostory books ....such a warrior in COVID also.... If you too feel like personalized an award winning kids storybook for your child then wait no more! Rani Prajapati. 6 reviews·2 photos. Reviewed a month ago Thanks for coming up with this innovative idea of personalized name book. My daughter is so happy after seeing the book. She just loved it and kept on checking the book again and again. The concept is really nice, kids feel attached with the books and take interest in reading. Keep it up!! Vandana Tyagi. 1 review·1 photo. Reviewed a month ago Thank you :) @zooboo for such a unique and creative idea of personalized story book for kids. My son Aarav is super excited after seeing his name in the story .... And taking so much interest of listening the story. I would like to say that this is a very good way to keep kids away from screen time. Great work team @Zooboo ?? Sabir Kazi. Local Guide·41 reviews·6 photos. Reviewed 7 months ago Amazing concept, custom named books with exceptional print, graphic, and page quality. The stories and designs are definitely worth more than what they are priced at. Go for it. Order atleast one small book for your kid, they'll cherish it for long if not for life. :) Visit www.zooboostory.com and browse through 12+ storybook titles to customize for your kids. Use code STORY to enjoy the books from Rs. 99 onwards only SHOP NOW
5 reasons why every parent & kid will LOVE the new Zooboo book – ‘Play I Spy’!
Kids love colours and creativity. And what happens when colours mix with each other to create something totally new and unique!? Find out in Zooboo’s latest storybook, ‘Plays I Spy’! Written by the famous children's author Greystroke and illustrated by the very talented Juilee Mahimkar, this book is a must-read for all 4-6 year olds! Have fun with colours! Your child will learn all about ‘Primary & secondary colours’ through a fun game of ‘I Spy’. The book explains how mixing two primary colours results in a secondary colour. It also shows how kids can mix other colours like Red + White creates Pink! Perfect for the creative-souls isn’t it? 2. Over 7 concepts & learnings hidden in this single book! The story is beautifully written by the renowned author and illustrator ‘Greystroke’ a.k.a Shyam Madhavan Sarada. The story weaves in multiple concepts like Peer Bonding, encouraging Independent Play, Problem Solving skills, Rhyming words, Descriptive words, Imagination skill development, self-reliance etc. 3. Customizable in 4 different ways! Yup! Just like the ‘A1 Summer’, this book too can be customized to suit different sibling-friend relationships. You can pick the names and characters of two siblings, cousins or friends: Elder boy-younger girl Elder boy-younger boy Elder girl-younger boy Elder girl-younger girl 4. The book cover & content will be totally unique for your children Yes it’s true! All Zooboo books are custom printed for each and every user. The cover and story will have unique names and characters as selected by you. And so, there is NO other book like this in the world... literally! 5. It’s the perfect gift for imaginative & creative kids Games, Colours, Paints, Friends, Lemonade, Cookies and a Sunday afternoon – this book has all the elements that kids LOVE... & then some more :) Looking for more amazing books? Our mission is to inspire as many children as possible by turning them into the hero of their own story. Whether you’re looking for more birthday books to make an unforgettable present or keepsake books to gift newlyborns, there’s something for every child here – all with an unbelievably magical, personalised twist.
5 must-try activity ideas (inspired from the NEW Zooboo books!)
Do you find yourself out of ideas to keep your kiddo creatively occupied sometimes? If you've read any of the Zooboo books you would know that each storybook has lots of concepts weaved into it! And so here are FIVE activity ideas based on the concepts covered in the 5 new Zooboo storybooks. Enjoy! Idea #1 Book: A1 Summer - this book is all about spending quality time with friends and family and bonding over the simple things in life. Activity: Organize family events once a week or once a month for the special bonding time. How? Recreate some events from the book like: Picnic at the terrace or garden or even living room Story telling competition Drawing/ origami / art & craft competition Organize a carnival games evening with the neighbourhood! Idea #2 Book: Is your cat in the Zoo? - This book is all about a child searching for their lost cat and taking help from different animals in the Zoo Activity: Play the ‘Hot & Cold’ game. How to play? Pick a toy cat/dog to hide in the house. You and your kid take turns to ‘search for it’. While searching, if the searcher is not at all close to the item, the hider says, “You're cold,” but as the searcher gets closer to the hidden item, hider responds, “Getting warmer…” and when they get very close to the item, hider says, “You're hot!” The verbal temperature becomes an indicator in finding the toy. Idea #3 Book: What shape would you be? - This book is all about identifying different shapes that are commonly seen around us Activity: Spot objects in the surroundings. How? Observe your surroundings and take turns to spot shapes in your vicinity – start with 2D shapes and gradually move to 3D shapes. Some examples: Door is rectangle, plate is circle, clock is square – etc. P.S: This is also a great game to play while travelling! Idea #4 Book: Lost Smile - This book is all about a child feeling sad and searching for their smile which is lost. Activity: Create a 'feelings book' for your child to fill in every night How? Encourage your child to draw & write in their feelings journal every day. They can draw/write one line about any 1 strong emotion that they felt through the day. This helps them to understand their feelings in retrospect and ponder over their reactions. Let your child draw and write in their feelings journal Example of an entry in the feelings journal Example of an entry in the feelings journal Idea #5 Book: A Surprise for- this book is all about learning different opposites while exploring a day out with daddy Activity: Play the game ‘Simon says – do the opposite!’ How? Every time Simon says to do something, everyone must do the opposite. Just like in the regular version of Simon Says, players should ignore all commands that don’t begin with the phrase, “Simon Says” and continue doing the action just prior to the directive. Each Zooboo book is filled with so many learning concepts, new words, interesting plots, artistic illustrations and more. Try out these fun activities inspired from the newly launched Zooboo story books. If you do try them don’t forget to post about it and tag us on Instagram @zooboostory. You can follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest & YouTube too! Keep Smiling, Keep Reading!
Meet the Zooboo authors!
"A word after a word after a word is power." - Margaret Atwood Writing a book is no piece of cake. And writing a children storybook is even more challenging! Storybook authors have to get into the heart of little kids who want fun + excitement as well as in the minds of parents who want some learning out of books... sounds tricky isn’t it? Well, Team Zooboo is thrilled to have on board with us award-winning authors from the Indian children’s storybook industry! We are proud to be associated with this prolific team of writers who have authored the 5 exciting new Zooboo books. Haven’t checked the new books out yet? Click here to read all about the 4 new books + the 5th latest sibling special book! Here is a little introduction to the 5 new Zooboo book authors Nandini NayarBook: What shape would you be?0-3 years | Shapes, imaginative play, self-appreciation Nandini Nayar is the award-winning author of over 60 books for children of all ages. She is India’s most prolific children’s writer, with books published by well-known Indian publishers like Tulika, Karadi, Amar Chitra Katha, Scholastic, Puffin, HarperCollins, Juggernaut, Pratham, Eklavya, Talking Cub and Mango. Her international publishers include Oxford University Press, Pakistan, Frances Lincoln, and Tricycle Press. What Shall I Make? was named an outstanding book by the United States Board on Books for Young Readers. Pranav’s Picture, What Shall I Make?, Guddu’s Photo and The House of Fourteen Cats feature in the list of books recommended by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). What Shall I Make? and What Did You See? feature in 101 Indian Children's Books We Love (Zubaan). Her early chapter book, Mini’s Questions, was on the recently announced Parag Honour List 2021. For more information, please visit her website www.nandininayar.in Veena SeshadriBook: Is your cat in the Zoo?0-3 years | animal sounds, rhyming words, learning to be responsible Veena Seshadri is a Bangalore based editor and writer whose work has been featured in publications in India and abroad, and broadcast by the BBC World Service and AIR. She has been awarded the first prize in the Hindu-Picador, Femina, and British Council short story competitions, and in the British Council All India Playwriting Competition. She has written books for children, such as The Man Who Thought He Was Smarter than His Wife, and The Woodcutter of Gura, and has worked on five children’s magazines as an editor and content provider. She has also been a consulting editor for a reputable publishing house in India, and is the co-author of Chicken Soup for the Indian Spiritual Soul and India: A to Z. Roopa PaiBook: A1 Summer6-9 years | Sibling bonding, connecting with nature, fun with gadgets, respecting elders Roopa Pai is one of India’s best-known writers for children. This Bangalore-based author has written over 25 books, ranging from picture books to chapter books and fiction to non-fiction, on themes as varied as sci-fi fantasy, popular science, maths, history, economics, Indian philosophy, life skills, and most recently, medicine. Many of her books are bestsellers and are enjoyed as much by adults as by children. Her most popular books include the 8-part Taranauts, India’s first fantasy-adventure series for children in English, the life-skills book Ready! 99 Must-Have Skills For The World-Conquering Teenager, the bestselling So You Want To Know About Economics, and the award-winning The Gita For Children, listed by Amazon India as one of ‘100 Indian Books To Read In A Lifetime’. Her TEDx talk ‘Decoding The Gita, India’s Book Of Answers’ has received over 1.8 million views to date. Her most recent book for children is From Leeches To Slug Glue: 25 Explosive Ideas That Made (And Are Making) Modern Medicine. Naimisha SanghaviBook: Lost Smile4-8 years | vocabulary skills, understanding emotions, imagination skills, dealing with disappointment From an economics and business graduate to an upcoming writer, Naimisha’s journey started with developing and writing course material and activities for academic world. A writer by choice and ‘edupreneur’ by profession, she has been developing content for children for over 20 years. The urge to always have some creativity that nudges the mind and heart of children, is her topmost priority whenever she writes anything for children. Jinny KaraniBook: A Surprise for4-8 years | opposites, descriptive words, father-child bonding Jigna Karani has been in the field of education since 20 years. She is a trained Montessori teacher with a B.Ed in Special Education for Learning Disabilities and M.A in Ancient Indian Culture. She has worked in renowned schools in South Mumbai teaching subjects like English, History and Math across various grades. She has worked extensively with children aged between 2 to 10 years, conceptualizing and implementing various new techniques for better learning of children and helping them acquire different skills. Enhance your children’s language skills with books written by these expert authors. Opposites, colours, adjectives, descriptive words, shapes, animal features, animal sounds, numbers, backward counting, imaginative-play, family bonds, learning to be responsible, self-reliant, self-appreciative... Zooboo books include SO many learning concepts weaved into exciting story plots! Pick from 10+ titles to personalize for your kids today! Enjoy 50% off + free shipping on these books. Order today!
A peek inside 4 NEW Zooboo books!
We, just like YOU, love everything that has to do with books, reading, concepts, bright illustrations & personalization. And after months of hardwork, research, testing & trials we are proud to announce the addition of FOUR new books to the world of Zooboo! Just like the first 6 titles, these new books are packed with fun, excitement & a ton of learning concepts. You can personalize them by adding your child’s name on the cover page and throughout the story. You can also pick the character of the protagonist (girl/boy). To read more about the first 6 books, head over to Article 1 & Article 2! We are so excited for your kids to enjoy these amazing new books, that we put together a short summary for each of them, just for YOU! 1. What shape would you be? About: What if you could be any shape that you wished for? This fun-filled book is an exciting way to introduce your child to the world of shapes! With every page your little one will learn a new shape in a totally unique way. Don’t miss this book filled with quirky illustrations. Ages: 0-3 years Key learnings: This book focuses on shapes, imaginative play, colours and action words. The story wraps up with a sweet message of self-appreciation & loving ourselves just as we are! 2. Is your cat in the Zoo? About: This book will make your child fall in love with the animal kingdom as he/she searches for their lost pet cat in the Zoo. With a cute rhyme scheme and eye-catchy graphics, this one might just become your child’s favourite animal book! Enjoy a walk through the Zoo and learn about different animal sounds with this one. Ages: 0-3 years Key learnings: This book will introduce your child to different animals in the zoo, animal sounds, rhyming words & rhyme-schemes. You can also talk to them about the responsibility of owning a pet & about pet care. 3. A Surprise for About: A day spent with daddy dearest while enjoying the excitement of a fun fair, that’s what this entertaining book is all about! Watch your kid grin as they experience the thrill of ridding on a roller coaster and the joy of playing carnival games through this engaging book. Filled with bright and colourful illustrations, your child NOT be able to put this one down. Ages: 4-8 years Key learnings: This book focuses on a host of opposites, descriptive words, adjectives and ofcourse father & child’s special bond. 4. Lost Smile About: This fantasy tale will take your child on an exciting adventure in an enchanted forest! In the quest for their lost smile, they will meet magical creatures and explore the woods together. This one will mesmerize your child with its delightful illustrations, unique characters & engaging storyline. Ages: 4-8 years Key learnings: Your child will be able to enhance their language skills, learn new words & augment their imagination & social skills with this book. It is also a good way to teach your kids about dealing with disappointment and becoming self-reliant. Head over to www.zooboostory.com to explore these super exciting 4 new books today! Personalize them & gift them to any 0-8 year old & watch their eyes shine as they read their name in it. All our 10+ books are the perfect keepsakes, educational gifts and apt additions to any kiddos library. Personalize them now!
6 activities to make this Rakhi a memorable one for your kids!
Rakshabandhan is one of the most awaited festivals for all brothers & sisters right? The excitement of gathering with all cousins, tying colourful Rakhis to all brothers, eating sweets & of course – exchanging gifts! Are your kids looking forward to Rakhi celebrations this year too? Do you want to organize some fun activities for your kids to make it even more memorable? If you found yourself nodding your head and getting into a festive mood then read on and enjoy 6 indoor activities to make this Rakshabandhan a fun filled one for you and the kids! Rakhi rhymes & video Start by talking to your kids, their cousins & any other tiny tots that have gathered - about the meaning and relevance of the Rakhi festival. Encourage them to understand that brothers and sisters always try to help each other out. Even though they sometimes fight, eventually they always have each other’s company. Tip: You can show them some Rakhi rhymes & songs like this & this. Rakhi Greeting Card! Kids love anything that allows them to dabble with paper, crayons, paints, baby scissors etc. Now that they are settled down, let them enjoy some creative time by making a Rakhi greeting card for each other. Provide them with any art material that you have handy & let them get as arty as they’d like! Tip: You can make this occasion a special one by FRAMING their hand-made greeting cards! How? Use a scanning app to click & picture of their artwork. Upload the picture on Zoomin.com & select the Frame of your choice. Trust us, your kids bond will grow each day as they look at these frames in their rooms! Rakhi tying ceremony & GIFTS! Keep a Rakhi aarti thali, sweets & their gifts ready. As soon as their greeting cards are ready you can help them perform the Rakhi aarti & tying ceremony with each other. If you’re looking for some Rakhi gifts in a budget then be sure to check out Zooboo’s storybooks. You can pick personalised storybooks as per your kid’s age group. Select from 6 expertly written books & add your child’s name to personalize them! Tip: Apply the code BUY1GET1 during checkout. The same or lower priced book will become free for you. So enjoy two books for the price of one! Bonding Games It’s time to play some interactive games with your kids (you can join in too!). You can play some classic games like twister, sequence for kids, scrabble etc. Or make up your own fun game like ‘freeze’. How to play Freeze: Put on some music & let them have fun dancing. Stop the music in between & shout FREEZE. They have to freeze in the position they are and first one to move looses. Tip: Let your kids take turn to be the one to play and pause the music too. It will make them feel responsible & grownup. Bring out old photographs To unwind, bring out the old photographs of you, your family & your kids. They will enjoy going through the old pictures & you can take a trip down the memory lane. Show them pictures of all their cousins & relatives as kids and let them guess which baby is who. Tip: Turn this into a family tree chart making activity! How? Get some paper, old & new pictures and make a chart that displays photos of each kid under tags ‘now’ and ‘then’. You can get a set of 24 best quality prints here. Family movie time Finally when all the fun activities are over, surprise your kids by getting some popcorn & watch a move together for some family time. Tip: Our suggestions for some movies about siblings: Narnia, Hansel & Gretel, Jumanji, Zathura, Spy kids, Little Women. Make this Rakhi a fun-filled one for your kids by gifting them personalized Zooboo storybooks. Birthday book Plays Bo-peep! Which colour do you like Here are 4 reasons why Zooboo is the perfect gift! It’s an educational gift that has eye-catchy illustrations to hook your kids It features your kid as the HERO of the story The books are filled with immense learning & concepts Now buy 2 books and pay for just 1! Use code: Buy1Get1 Use code: BUY1GEt1 What more could you ask for? Order them as the perfect Rakhi gifts today!
