Aaloo-Maaloo-Kaaloo

Jul 9, 2026

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This children's story, "Aaloo-Maaloo-Kaaloo," by Vinita Krishna and illustrated by Suvidha Mistry, follows Maaloo's first experience collecting vegetables from the garden. Initially, Maaloo struggles to find potatoes, believing they are not ready. However, with his dog Kaaloo's help, who enthusiastically digs in the soil, Maaloo discovers that the potatoes are indeed there. The story playfully highlights the process of harvesting and the unexpected ways discoveries can be made, emphasizing observation and interaction with nature. It was adapted by The Asia Foundation as part of its "Let's Read" program, which aims to foster early reading skills and critical thinking in young people across Asia and the Pacific. The book is released under a CC-BY-4.0 license, encouraging the sharing and adaptation of its content, and providing a platform for continued learning and creative engagement among children.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages9

Reading Time14 min

FAQs

Who are the main characters in the story?

The main characters are Maaloo and his dog Kaaloo.

What vegetables did Maaloo initially collect?

Maaloo initially collected red tomatoes, fresh brinjals, and green lady's fingers.

How were the potatoes found in the story?

The potatoes were found when Kaaloo the dog started digging in the mud and unearthed them.

Jul 9, 2026

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