The lockdown has given not just the adults, but also kids (who are otherwise glued to mobile phones), a wonderful opportunity to explore various hobbies and read books like before. KidEngage — a Hyderabad-based discovery and engagement platform for kids has gone entirely online. They offer books, educational toys, puzzles, and science experiment kits to develop a holistic child development. As a result, the platform is rich with a wide range of books that include titles such as Elections In India, Thatha's Pumpkin, One Night In The Sunderbans, Mai & Her Friends, Apoorva's Fat Diary, and various other titles from Sudha Murthy, Peppa Pig series.
KidEngage has DIY Activity Boxes with kits such as Discovery Cards — Diwali, Animated Essential Atlas of Anatomy & Physiology, Know Your Art, Life Skill Orientation Kits (available across various age groups), Tale O'Fun, etc. With the right mix of both educational and fun kits, there's plenty for children. After an immersive sesh, if you're kids are looking for unwinding — pick kits like Flower Press, Doodle Kits, Paint-It-Yourself Apron, Brush Lettering Basics, or a simple stacking tower. In all honesty, our favourite pick has to be Refined Telescope Celestial Body Accidence Kit which offers an experience like a close sense of the universe. Sounds exciting, isn't it? Plus, there is a fine range of toys that include both old world and new world games — Ashta Chamma set shares its space with Fliddle.
If you've been meaning to pick quirky stationery for your tot, this store has essentials like pouches, travel diaries, table mats, war crayons, etc.