Why Is the World Like This?

Children see the world differently. They notice the classmate who eats lunch alone, the faded tape on a friend's old schoolbag, and the quiet relief of an old woman sitting by a ground-floor window. They watch, they feel, and then they wonder - Why is the world like this?This is a collection of sixty short, heartfelt stories about those exact moments. There are no superheroes or grand adventures here - only ordinary children in Indian neighbourhoods and classrooms who find extraordinary lessons in the people and places around them. A slow-working teammate who draws the most beautiful maps. A neighbourhood watchman whose late-night whistle means more than anyone realises.Each story is brief, warm, and ends with a gentle thought to carry forward. Activities at the back encourage young readers to step outside, put their screens away, and start noticing the hidden stories on their very own streets.Perfect for classroom circle time, school libraries, or bedtime reading - a gentle reminder to every curious child that asking why is not a problem. It is a gift.