85. Sarpa Nade by Dr. Vasanth Kumar Perla

In this episode chosen from Radhesh Tolpady's children's novel 'ನವಿಲ ಕರುಣೆ' (Navila Karune) the writer sets a scene on how children with cerebral palsy and special needs can be beautifully merged, when the society learns to and respects inclusivity.

What's up there in the attic? Listen to little boy's exploration of an attic in a Karavali household and send your feedback on how different or similar it is to your attic. This story is chosen from Vijayashree Haladi's award -winning novel 'ಸೂರಕ್ಕಿ ಗೇಟ್' (Soorakki Gate)

'ಸೂರಕ್ಕಿ ಮನೆ' (Soorakki Mane)- how did the house get it's name? Listen to know where the central character putta spent his days during his school vacation. This story has been diligently picked from Vijayashree Haladi's Kendra Sahitya Puraskrit novel 'ಸೂರಕ್ಕಿ ಗೇಟ್ '(Soorakki Gate) to help the listeners connect and appreciate the unique charm of the Karavali region of Karnataka

'ಹಳ್ಳಿಮನೆ'(Hallimane) - a house in a village is the literal translation. But a house not made with bricks and cement?! Then how is it made? It is not just a house it's an experience! Listen to this episode from Katha Curator's Karavali children's writers' edition to transport yourself to 'Hallimane'. This story has been chosen from Vijayashree Haladi's 2023 Kendra Sahitya Academy winning book 'ಸೂರಕ್ಕಿ ಗೇಟ್' (Soorakki gate)

ಬಾಲ್ಯದ ರಾತ್ರಿಗಳು (Baalyada Ratrigalu) chosen from her book ಕಾಡಂಚಿನ ಊರಿನಲ್ಲಿ (Kaadanchina Orrinalli) authored by Kendra Bala-Sahitya awardee Smt. Vijayashree Haladi offers an insight into her experiences as a child where nature was both her playground and a teacher. Listen to be a part of the experience and be inspired to embark on your wilderness journey. You can read about her on www.kathacurator.in 

Listen to this episode in Kannada titled 'Gaada Kappu Kattalu mattu Gummagalu' from Kaadanchina Oorinalli by Vijayashree Haladi to traverse through Muduri village in Haladi panchayat of Karavali with little Viji You can read about the author on my English blog https://kathacurator.wordpress.com/

'Puttige Sittilla' story has been picked and chosen from Smt. Nirmala Surathkal's book 'Puttige Sittilla'- compilation of stories. Through this simple story, the writer conveys strong values children have to inculcate for as small a thing as plucking your neighbor's flowers. For adults who are listening this will surely bring back some childhood memories or remind you of your sneaky neighbor intruding into your garden. Listen and enjoy!

ಬುದ್ಧಿ ಮಾತು ಹೇಳಿದರೆ ( Buddhi Maatu Helidare) - A tale of a little girl who realises the value of her mother's word through her self-learnings from nature. Listen to this beautiful story written by Smt. Nirmala Surathkal narrated on Katha Curator- an initiative by Kavya Manoj

I am excited to begin this season with stories for children by Karavali children writers! Watch a brief intro https://fb.watch/p67Zh5c15L/ I have chosen Dr. Vasanth Kumar Perla's eye-opening, thought-provoking article 'Sarpa Nade' as the first episode of this season. Read about him on my blog www.kathacurator.in Listen and give your valuable feedback

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