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The Magical Sun Boat of Chhath
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The Magical Sun Boat of Chhath

In embracing cultural roots and nature’s balance, life's profound lessons get revealed to Annanya.

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Made by a mom who couldn't find stories that felt like home.

I started this because bedtime meant searching for stories that felt like home — rooted in our traditions, not borrowed from elsewhere. What began as tales for my daughter is now a company. Because every child deserves to grow up knowing that their stories matter.

Shivangi Srivastava

Founder, Once Upon a Storytime

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