Ever imagined Maa Durga taking your child on a ride on her tiger or Lord Ganesha helping your little one pluck mangoes? Chitwan Mittal’s My First Shloka Book Collection (AdiDev Press Pvt Ltd) introduces children to the world of Sanskrit shlokas in a fun and approachable way. Illustrated by Bhargavi Rudraraju, the six-book series explores shlokas related to Hindu deities — Durga, Shiva, Lakshmi, Ganesha, Saraswati, and Vishnu. 

Designed to make ancient verses accessible, the books aim to teach children more than just the words, fostering a deeper connection to the meaning behind them. Mittal was inspired by her own childhood experiences of reciting shlokas with her family, “The goal was to engage the next generation’s curiosity, ensuring kids understand the prayers rather than just memorise them.”