Reading Keeda

Reading Keeda A children's library with a vision to make books accessible to all children. "Everyone is a reader. Some j"Everyone is a reader. We are closed on Mondays.

Some just haven't found their favourite book yet." Reading Keeda Library is a children's library that works in a not-for-profit model, with a vision to make books accessible to all children irrespective of their age, gender, caste, religion and economic background. We are an initiative of Pathimba Foundation, registered as not-for-profit Section 8 company. In the last 10 years, we have worked wit

h around 500 children through all our events, session and collaborations. We have a collection of 6500 books and magazines in English, Marathi and Hindi for all children in the age group of 1 year to 18 years old. We also have a collection of parenting books and magazines. We conduct monthly offline Read-Alouds and Readers' Circle. We also run a free online Teens' Book Club, open for all teenagers. We are open from Tuesdays to Sundays from 9 am to 12 pm , and from 5 pm to 8 pm. Address: 201, Near Shankar Nagar Garden, Shankar Nagar, Nagpur - 440010

Feel free to message us for any queries!

𝐑𝐊 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 🎙️ | 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝟎𝟏What makes someone a reader? Is it the number of books they finish, the genres they explore, ...
24/08/2026

𝐑𝐊 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 🎙️ | 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝟎𝟏

What makes someone a reader? Is it the number of books they finish, the genres they explore, or simply the joy of getting lost in a story?

With 𝐑𝐊 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬, 𝘢 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘱𝘰𝘥𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘣𝘺 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘒𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘢 𝘓𝘪𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘺, we’re starting conversations with people who read because they want to - people for whom books are not an assignment, but a source of curiosity, connection and joy.

𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐝𝐚 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐲?

𝐀 𝐌𝐈𝐂𝐀 𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐧𝐚, 𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐆𝐞𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟏, Sukhada Chaudhary has spent years building communities around culture, conversations and, most importantly, books.

She is the curator and founder of 𝐒𝐰𝐚𝐩𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐍𝐚𝐠𝐩𝐮𝐫, a reader community that began with 21 people and has grown into a community of 800+ readers over the years. What started as a simple idea - bring a book, exchange it, and talk about it - has become a decade-long community that brings people together through their love of reading.

In our first episode of RK Connects, we chat with Sukhada about her journey as a reader, reading for pleasure, building communities around books, the joys of being a reader, and what happens when a personal love for books grows into something much bigger.

🎙️ 𝘙𝘒 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 — 𝘌𝘱𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘥𝘦 01
𝘐𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘚𝘶𝘬𝘩𝘢𝘥𝘢 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘶𝘥𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘺

Coming soon. Keep watching this space!



(BookLovers, BookCommunity, Podcast, BooksAndReaders, ReadingCommunity)

Full Circles 💫In 2021, Reading Keeda was part of the 2nd cohort of Community Collectives , and since then, we’ve been p...
19/08/2026

Full Circles 💫

In 2021, Reading Keeda was part of the 2nd cohort of Community Collectives , and since then, we’ve been proud alumni of this wonderful community of grassroots organisations and leaders.

Five years later, in 2026, the circle came around beautifully. When we launched our first cohort of “Kitabon ki Duniya”, 8 members from 4 Community Collectives alumni organisations became part of our very first cohort. 📚🌱

From being learners within a community to creating a space where others could learn, reflect, and build their own children’s libraries - it feels like a lovely full circle.

Here’s to learning together, sharing generously, finding our way back to each other and keeping the circle growing. ✨

18/08/2026

At the request of the team at Abhyudaya Global Village School , we hosted a mini training session for a team of 3 of them at Reading Keeda Library.

The two-hour session on a Monday afternoon was a little bit of everything - games, discussions, a Read-Aloud, questions, reflections and conversations around making libraries more joyful, engaging and child-centred. 🌱

Rather than simply talking about what a child-friendly library can look like, we invited the team to experience a few of these approaches themselves.

We loved spending the afternoon with them, and even more, hearing their reflections on the session. ❤️

🎥 Here’s what the Abhyudaya Global School team had to say about their experience.

17/08/2026

A day in the life of a Library Coordinator! 📚✨
Here is how our team brings the library to life every day—from unlocking the doors to prepping shelves, organizing displays, and keeping our cozy nooks ready for little readers. Our favorite part? Connecting with our members and parents to help kids find their next favorite story! 📖💛

When it comes to nurturing an early habit of reading, storybooks from Champak Publication hold a very special place on o...
16/08/2026

When it comes to nurturing an early habit of reading, storybooks from Champak Publication hold a very special place on our shelves!

Thoughtfully crafted for growing readers, these books combine delightful animal adventures, gentle life values, and lively artwork that keep children engaged page after page. Whether it’s an exciting bedtime tale or an afternoon spent solving fun brain-teasers, Champak books turn every reading moment into an adventure.

We’re excited to spotlight Champak as our Publication of the Month at Reading Keeda Library!

Why kids love books by Champak:
> Relatable story collections with lovable characters that build reading confidence.
> Engaging puzzles and activities that sharpen focus and problem-solving skills.
> Rich, colorful illustrations that make screen-free reading pure fun!

🌻 Kitabon ki Duniya | Day 4The final day of our first residential workshop began with Book Talks by our participants, ea...
15/08/2026

🌻 Kitabon ki Duniya | Day 4

The final day of our first residential workshop began with Book Talks by our participants, each organisation sharing a book that stayed with them during the workshop.

Then came किताबों का दवाखाना with Susmita Bapat, where we learnt to care for books by covering and repairing damaged ones. This was followed by किताबों की पहचान with Pallavi Bapat Pinge, exploring magazines as meaningful resources in a children’s library.

During our final Quiet Reading Time, participants updated their Book Cards, finished books they had been reading for three days, and some even squeezed in a few last-minute reads! 📖

The afternoon was about looking ahead—exploring next steps with Aditi Baitule, reflecting on the four-day journey, and thinking about what we want to take back to our organisations and children.

We closed with each organisation receiving a curated set of 25 books, followed by a final circle of sharing, reflections and songs. ❤️

Four days. Many books. Many conversations. And hopefully, a few new ways of looking at libraries, books and reading. 🌱📚

🌻 किताबों की दुनिया | दिन चौथा

हमारी पहली आवासीय कार्यशाला के आख़िरी दिन की शुरुआत प्रतिभागियों के Book Talks से हुई—हर संस्था ने एक ऐसी किताब साझा की, जो इन चार दिनों के दौरान उनके साथ बनी रही। 📚🌱

इसके बाद सुष्मिता बापट के साथ किताबों का दवाखाना हुआ, जहाँ हमने किताबों को कवर करने और खराब हुई किताबों की मरम्मत के ज़रिए उनकी देखभाल करना सीखा। फिर Pallavi के साथ किताबों की पहचान में पत्रिकाओं को करीब से देखा और समझा कि वे भी बच्चों की लाइब्रेरी में महत्वपूर्ण संसाधन हो सकती हैं।

आख़िरी Quiet Reading Time में प्रतिभागियों ने अपने Book Cards पूरे किए, पिछले तीन दिनों से पढ़ी जा रही किताबों के आख़िरी पन्ने पूरे किए और कुछ ने आख़िरी समय में नई किताबें भी पढ़ डालीं! 📖

दोपहर में हमने अगले कदमों पर बात की, चार दिनों की यात्रा पर चिंतन किया और सोचा कि यहाँ से मिली सीख को अपनी संस्थाओं और बच्चों तक कैसे ले जाएँगे।

समापन हुआ हर संस्था को चुनकर तैयार की गई 25 किताबों का एक सेट देने और साझा अनुभवों, चिंतन व गीतों के साथ। ❤️

चार दिन। ढेरों किताबें। अनगिनत बातचीत। और लाइब्रेरी व पढ़ने को देखने के कुछ नए नज़रिए। 🌱📚

🌻 Kitabon ki Duniya | Day 3Day 3 took us deeper into the world of expression and the joy of reading. We began with praye...
14/08/2026

🌻 Kitabon ki Duniya | Day 3

Day 3 took us deeper into the world of expression and the joy of reading. We began with prayer, reflections and a Book Talk with Aditi Baitule , before exploring Reading for Pleasure with Pallavi Bapat - what makes reading enjoyable, voluntary and meaningful.

Then came किताबों का खेल with Aditi - a playful exploration of books through games, followed by Quiet Reading Time: slowing down, choosing a book and simply enjoying the act of reading.

The afternoon was filled with creativity through कला का समय with प्राजक्ता and गम्मत गाणी गाऊ या with Madhura Kunte, celebrating the joy of art, songs and expression. We then explored the many genres and forms of children’s books through किताबी बायोस्कोप with Pallavi.

We ended the day by turning learning into practice. Participants worked in pairs to design their own Read-Aloud sessions, thinking not just about which book to choose, but how to create an engaging experience around it. 📚🌱

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🌻 किताबों की दुनिया | दिन तीसरा

तीसरा दिन हमें अभिव्यक्ति और पढ़ने के आनंद की दुनिया में और गहराई तक ले गया। दिन की शुरुआत प्रार्थना, चिंतन और अदिती के साथ Book Talk से हुई। इसके बाद पल्लवी के साथ Reading for Pleasure को समझा - पढ़ना आनंददायक, स्वैच्छिक और अर्थपूर्ण कैसे बनता है।

फिर अदिती के साथ हुआ किताबों का खेल - खेल-खेल में किताबों को जानने और समझने का एक मज़ेदार अनुभव। इसके बाद Quiet Reading Time में किताब चुनकर, ठहरकर और बस पढ़ने का आनंद लिया।

दोपहर कला का समय में प्राजक्ता और गम्मत गाणी गाऊ या में मधुररा कुंटे के साथ कला, गीत और अभिव्यक्ति के रंगों से भरी रही। फिर पल्लवी के साथ किताबी बायोस्कोप में बच्चों की किताबों की अलग-अलग विधाओं और रूपों को जाना।

दिन का समापन सीख को अभ्यास में बदलते हुए हुआ। प्रतिभागियों ने जोड़ी में अपने Read-Aloud सत्रों की योजना बनाई - सिर्फ़ किताब चुनने के बारे में नहीं, बल्कि उसके इर्द-गिर्द एक जीवंत और जुड़ाव भरा अनुभव रचने के बारे में। 📚🌱

🌻 Kitabon ki Duniya | Day 2Day 2 took us deeper into the fascinating world of children’s books.We began with a Book Talk...
13/08/2026

🌻 Kitabon ki Duniya | Day 2

Day 2 took us deeper into the fascinating world of children’s books.

We began with a Book Talk, followed by a fun game and lively discussion led by Pallavi , exploring the many physical forms of books and what a book itself has to offer beyond the story inside.

Rajeshwari Deo from enthralled us with her storytelling and introduced us to the history, nuances and fundamentals of the art of storytelling.

The afternoon brought a special opportunity: a Read-Aloud of Rikki with children from . Children participated, asked questions while educators observed and reflected on what makes a reading experience truly child-centred.

We ended with a larger question: What is our role as library educators?

Through reflection and sharing, we explored how our role is not to fill children with answers, but to open windows, nurture curiosity and create spaces where children can discover, question and make meaning for themselves. 📚🌱

Two days in, and we already have so many questions to carry forward - and explore together. ❤️

🌻 किताबों की दुनिया | दिन दूसरा

दूसरा दिन हमें बच्चों की किताबों की दुनिया में और गहराई तक ले गया।

Book Talk के बाद पल्लवी ने एक मज़ेदार खेल और चर्चा के ज़रिए किताबों के अलग-अलग रूपों को करीब से देखने का मौका दिया - किताब के भीतर की कहानी के साथ-साथ, किताब अपने आप में हमें क्या देती है, इसे समझते हुए।

Katha Kingdom की राजेश्वरी देव ने अपनी कथाकथन कला से हमें मंत्रमुग्ध किया और कथाकथन के इतिहास, बारीकियों और बुनियादी बातों से परिचित कराया।

दोपहर में Learning Companions के बच्चों के साथ Rikki का Read-Aloud हुआ। बच्चों ने सवाल पूछे, खोजा और पहल की, जबकि शिक्षकों ने अनुभव किया कि एक बाल-केंद्रित Read-Aloud अनुभव को क्या खास बनाता है।

दिन का समापन एक सवाल के साथ हुआ: एक लाइब्रेरी एजुकेटर के रूप में हमारी भूमिका क्या है?

चर्चा से यह उभरकर आया कि हमारी भूमिका बच्चों के लिए संभावनाओं की खिड़कियाँ खोलना, जिज्ञासा को बढ़ावा देना और ऐसी जगहें बनाना है जहाँ बच्चे खुद खोज सकें, सवाल कर सकें और अपने अर्थ गढ़ सकें। 📚🌱

दो दिन बीत चुके हैं और आगे की यात्रा के लिए हमारे पास कई नए सवाल हैं |

🌻 किताबों की दुनिया | Day 118 educators. 8 organisations. A room full of books. And four days to dive, question, explore...
12/08/2026

🌻 किताबों की दुनिया | Day 1

18 educators. 8 organisations. A room full of books. And four days to dive, question, explore and reimagine reading spaces and libraries for children. 🌱📚

Day 1 was about opening doors—to the programme, to each other’s experiences, and most importantly, to the world of children’s books.

We began with an icebreaker, set our shared norms, and revisited the 12-year journey of Reading Keeda Library. Then came something simple yet radical: time to simply be with books. 📖

During Quiet Reading Time, participants explored the library, browsed books and chose one that stayed with them.

We then asked: “Why read?”
Why do we read? Why should children read? What makes someone a reader?

Through energisers, Read-Alouds, Book Talks and Book Cards, the day moved between play, reflection, reading and conversation. 🎶

Day 1 reminded us: a reading culture doesn’t begin with telling children to read. It begins by creating spaces where reading feels joyful, meaningful and alive. 🌱

And this is only the beginning. ❤️

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🌻 किताबों की दुनिया | दिन १

18 शिक्षक। 8 संस्थाएँ। किताबों से भरा एक कमरा। और सामने थे चार दिन—पढ़ने की दुनिया में उतरने, सवाल करने, खोजने और बच्चों के लिए पुस्तकालयों व पढ़ने की जगहों की नए सिरे से कल्पना करने के। 🌱📚

पहले दिन हमने एक-दूसरे को जाना, अगले चार दिनों के लिए साझा नियम बनाए और रीडिंग कीड़ा लाइब्रेरी की 12 साल की यात्रा को याद किया।

फिर हमने कुछ बेहद ज़रूरी किया—किताबों के साथ बस रहने के लिए समय निकाला। 📖

Quiet Reading Time में प्रतिभागियों ने किताबें देखीं, पन्ने पलटे और एक ऐसी किताब चुनी जो उनके साथ रह गई।

फिर सवाल आया—“हम पढ़ते क्यों हैं?”

एनर्ज़ाइज़र, रीड-अलाउड, बुक टॉक और बुक कार्ड जैसी गतिविधियों के साथ दिन खेल, सोच, पढ़ने और बातचीत के बीच आगे बढ़ता रहा। 🎶

पहले दिन से हमने समझा : पढ़ने की संस्कृति बच्चों को पढ़ने के लिए कहने से नहीं बनती। वह तब बनती है जब हम ऐसी जगहें और अनुभव रचते हैं जहाँ किताबों के साथ होना आनंददायक, अर्थपूर्ण और जीवंत हो। 🌱

चार दिन की यह यात्रा अभी शुरू ही हुई है। ❤️

Nothing makes us happier than seeing kids light up as they discover the magic of books.Page by page, their excitement gr...
31/07/2026

Nothing makes us happier than seeing kids light up as they discover the magic of books.

Page by page, their excitement grows; and so does their love for reading. And when parents share this excitement with us, we feel extremely happy.

A big thank you to all those parents who keep sending us joy through their feedback, because it's the joy that motivates us to bring more books to the shelves ❤️📚

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