Grade I Hindi

Here’s a list of 12 Hindi literature books specifically tailored for Grade I students in India (ages 6-7). These books are simple, engaging, and designed to foster early reading skills with basic vocabulary, colorful illustrations, and culturally relevant content. I’ve ensured variety, including stories, rhymes, and educational books, while keeping the language appropriate for beginners.

  1. "Das Din" (दस दिन)
    • Author: Traditional (Adapted as a board book by publishers like Pratham Books)
    • Description: A nursery rhyme turned into an interactive book that teaches counting from 1 to 10 in Hindi with flaps and illustrations.
    • Why Suitable: Combines learning numbers with simple, repetitive text.
  2. "Shubh Raatri Dost" (शुभ रात्रि दोस्त)
    • Author: Nidhi Chanani
    • Description: A bilingual Hindi-English bedtime story where kids say goodnight to farm animals, featuring the phrase "Shubh Raatri."
    • Why Suitable: Repetition and soothing narrative make it perfect for early readers.
  3. "Meri Pehli Hindi Shabd Pustak" (मेरी पहली हिंदी शब्द पुस्तक)
    • Author: Various (e.g., Pratham Books or Tulika Publishers)
    • Description: A picture dictionary introducing basic Hindi words (e.g., "ghar" for house) with matching illustrations.
    • Why Suitable: Builds foundational vocabulary with visual aids.
  4. "Ek Chhoti Si Kahani" (एक छोटी सी कहानी)
    • Author: Various (e.g., Pratham Books’ StoryWeaver series)
    • Description: A short, illustrated tale about everyday life or animals, written in simple Hindi.
    • Why Suitable: Encourages storytelling with easy-to-read sentences.
  5. "Chanda Mama Door Ke" (चंदा मामा दूर के)
    • Author: Traditional (Adapted by NBT - National Book Trust, India)
    • Description: A collection of Hindi lullabies and rhymes, including this classic about the moon.
    • Why Suitable: Rhymes enhance pronunciation and rhythm for beginners.
  6. "Bandar Mama" (बंदर मामा)
    • Author: Various (e.g., Tulika Books)
    • Description: A funny story about a monkey uncle, told with basic Hindi words and vibrant pictures.
    • Why Suitable: Humor and simplicity keep young readers engaged.
  7. "Hathi Aur Chuha" (हाथी और चूहा)
    • Author: Traditional (Adapted by Manoj Publications or similar)
    • Description: A tale of friendship between an elephant and a mouse, using repetition and moral lessons.
    • Why Suitable: Relatable characters and easy text teach values.
  8. "Mera Parivar" (मेरा परिवार)
    • Author: Various (e.g., NCERT or educational publishers)
    • Description: Introduces family-related words (e.g., "dadi," "bhai") with pictures of a typical Indian family.
    • Why Suitable: Connects to students’ lives with simple language.
  9. "Panchatantra Ki Kahaniyan" (पंचतंत्र की कहानियाँ)
    • Author: Vishnu Sharma (Simplified by Rajpal & Sons or similar)
    • Description: Simplified versions of classics like "The Thirsty Crow" with morals and illustrations.
    • Why Suitable: Timeless stories in basic Hindi spark imagination.
  10. "Rang Birangi Duniya" (रंग बिरंगी दुनिया)
    • Author: Various (e.g., Children’s Book Trust)
    • Description: A book teaching colors and objects (e.g., "neela aasman" for blue sky) with bright visuals.
    • Why Suitable: Visual learning aids vocabulary development.
  11. "Mitti Ka Gudda" (मिट्टी का गुड्डा)
    • Author: Various (e.g., Pratham Books or local publishers)
    • Description: A short story about a clay doll coming to life, told with simple sentences and Indian cultural elements.
    • Why Suitable: Creative and culturally rooted, with easy text for Grade I.
  12. "Khel Khel Mein" (खेल खेल में)
    • Author: Various (e.g., NBT or educational series)
    • Description: A book of simple poems or stories about games and playtime, using action words like "koodna" (jump).
    • Why Suitable: Encourages reading through fun, activity-based content.

Additional Notes:

  • Publishers: Look for these titles from trusted Indian publishers like Pratham Books (affordable/free digital versions), Tulika Books, National Book Trust (NBT), Children’s Book Trust, or Manoj Publications. They’re widely available online (e.g., Amazon.in) or in school libraries.
  • Curriculum Fit: These align with Grade I Hindi learning goals in India (e.g., CBSE/State Boards), focusing on Devanagari recognition, basic words, and comprehension.
  • Engagement: Illustrations and short formats cater to young attention spans.