--- title: "Reading Challenges for Kids | Our Reading Champions at ThinkBox" description: "Join our community of over 9,000 young readers in Bengaluru. Discover how our reading challenges and book reviews help children build confidence and a love for reading." canonical: https://mytribe.in/thinkboxblore/curated-reading-programs-for-children/our-reading-champions last_updated: 2025-08-31 --- # Celebrating Our Young Reading Champions Tribe Verified · Over 9,000 young readers in Bengaluru By [ThinkBox](https://mytribe.in/thinkboxblore) · Visit Library in Malleshpalya; Ships across India · ₹700 per month (estimate) Part of [Curated Reading Programs for Children](https://mytribe.in/thinkboxblore/curated-reading-programs-for-children). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/thinkboxblore/curated-reading-programs-for-children/gallery) We believe in celebrating every step of a child's reading journey. This is a showcase of our amazing readers who have completed reading challenges, earned badges, and shared their thoughts through book reviews. ## Photos and videos - [Video: "My happy place." Hearing these words from little Aadrika truly makes my day. It is wonderful to see our youngest members feel so at home and proud of their reading achievements.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8b21cc43-ffef-4520-aaf4-348c5e896491) - [Video: The confidence in this little one's voice is just the best! It is moments like these, seeing children grow in their ability to express themselves, that fill our library with so much joy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b2c84f28-e5c8-49b0-b7c4-dfee8ec9d9b5) - [Video: Here is one of our youngest storytellers giving his own wonderful version of "The Three Little Pigs." Encouraging children to retell stories in their own words is a fantastic way to build their confidence and narrative skills.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2e2d705c-1cef-4658-bad3-5f3d55441e8a) - [Video: I love this honest and dramatic review of "Dragon's Halloween" from 7-year-old Vedarth. Listening to children share what they loved about a book, especially the funny parts, is a wonderful way to see a story through their eyes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36707ab3-ce8f-4ced-88ab-a2264a5fde8a) - [Video: Kushhik gives a great review of "Pingu's Adventures," sharing the moral values he learned from the story. It is so rewarding to see our readers not only enjoy a book but also think about the lessons within it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f880c6b0-d55d-4656-bb0a-442ffb872f88) - [Video: Eight-year-old Neel gives a fantastic summary of a book from the "I Survived" series. These historical fiction books are a great bridge to non-fiction, and it is wonderful to see him so engaged with the story of survival and bravery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6ea24975-deef-4b9d-ab5b-2a96ef9e38e5) - [Video: Diya shares her wonderful experience at our library after completing the "Diverse Page Adventure" challenge. It is so important for children to explore different genres, and our challenges are designed to encourage that exploration and reward their curiosity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79d716f7-ed2c-4452-a78a-2aee47dea9c0) - [Video: I am so proud of Lakyahira for reading and reviewing this inspiring autobiography of Yuvraj Singh. It is incredible to see our older readers tackle biographies and connect with real-life stories of resilience and determination.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ce3a372b-2175-429f-8054-a2770ff07552) - [Video: Here is 12-year-old Iniyavan reviewing "Groovy Greeks" from the Horrible Histories series. These books make history fun and accessible, and his review shows how engaging learning can be when presented in a humorous way.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b26dd9b4-a855-482e-b8d6-6730da1df6c9) - ![A proud family moment! This young reader, with his parents by his side, just completed our 17-Day reading challenge and is holding his well-earned octopus keychain. We love seeing families celebrate these reading milestones together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e9e64396-0443-4765-b269-8584c3501383) - ![Another happy reader who conquered our reading challenge! Her smile says it all. These challenges are all about building consistent reading habits in a fun, motivating way.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/931fb081-ac32-4375-977a-36775fee0298) - ![Look at this little champion proudly showing off her octopus keychain! It is a small token, but it represents a big achievement in her reading journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/38b12347-cd97-4928-a558-9401c6f83a66) - ![This young reader is so proud to have completed her challenge, and we are proud of her too! Every book read is a step towards becoming a lifelong learner.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/512485d8-bba8-457d-9cb4-5aada3765cd6) - ![Our army of adorable, handmade octopus keychains, all ready to be claimed by our reading challenge finishers. These little rewards bring so much excitement and motivation to the kids.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/847cf95d-55e3-4056-801e-d1d27a4e4a9a) - ![Our cute handmade book buddies are waiting! We love creating special challenges that reward a love for books with an adorable friend to remind them of their achievement.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd1310d5-8191-419e-b4b0-b0833c55d2ce) - ![Getting our next reading challenge ready! Stacks of books and our little octopus mascot are here to inspire our members to dive into new stories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/74191996-cea2-48a6-ab52-f4d593c51085) - ![A huge round of applause for our latest badge winners! From reading 50 books to 100 books, these children have shown amazing dedication. We are so grateful to their parents for supporting them in becoming happy readers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ce1ca90c-aa56-4912-ba98-95ba72ed2617) - ![More amazing badge winners to celebrate! It is incredible to see children like Diya complete 200 books. Their determination inspires everyone in our library community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/91bd722d-4fd9-4348-8e56-1b94d6694ca5) - ![We are thrilled to honor our newest badge winners. Seeing children of all ages achieve their reading goals, whether it is 50 or 100 books, is the reason we do what we do.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3344401f-2c6f-41ee-9295-dc35282f9fbc) - ![Meet the heroes who completed our "Diverse Page Adventure" challenge! This challenge encourages kids to read across different genres, and we are so happy with the positive feedback from both children and parents.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/faef0b06-2ea8-4142-afa7-3a24db89244b) - ![A close-up of our personalized stamp, a special reward for completing the "Diverse Page Adventure." Each child gets a stamp with their own name, making their achievement feel extra special.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/818e8598-44ec-4370-812a-3e3a1647dda4) - [Video: At just 4.4 years old, Akshat is a fluent reader who proudly completed our "Diverse Page Adventure" challenge. It is a joy to see our youngest members develop such a strong love for reading so early on.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/49c120a0-214a-43ab-a49a-b735fa3db202) - ![So proud of this group of readers for completing 50 and 100 books! Their commitment is truly inspiring, and it is a testament to the wonderful support they receive from their families.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/10198d5d-61ac-46f5-8174-2ad882a35cd3) - ![Celebrating our "kutti stars"! These young readers have earned their reading badges, and we are so proud of their progress. It is a joy to watch them grow as readers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5bea96e9-cb6a-4d88-a6ff-0826a5e6e6f4) - ![Our Reading Honors wall is filled with the faces of happy, confident readers. For 16 years, our mission has been to nurture a love for books, and these children are proof of that success.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a8d6fbf-cff0-40ca-85d1-6a267efd536f) - ![This handwritten book review of "The Boy Who Grew Dragons" by 11-year-old Rithwik is just wonderful. We encourage our members to share their thoughts, as it deepens their connection to the stories they read.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3ab8b98e-b26f-4dac-bd8f-7540fa30fd59) - ![The cover of "The Boy Who Grew Dragons," the book that inspired Rithwik's fantastic review. It is a magical story about a boy who discovers a dragon fruit tree in his grandpa's garden.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f81fdd4e-5842-4d51-8ebb-6fff1f502242) - ![Here is a thoughtful review of "Murder Most Unladylike" by 10-year-old Vihaan. His enthusiasm for this mystery series is sure to inspire other kids to pick it up and start sleuthing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f47bf814-0347-4965-98d4-86ae882cab51) - ![The book that captured Vihaan's imagination, "Murder Most Unladylike." This series is a fantastic introduction to the mystery genre for middle-grade readers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a464c99f-30e3-4f9b-adc5-a640b3f67c1f) - ![This is what happens when a passionate reader's imagination takes flight! Vishvesh, a Class 5 student, wrote and illustrated his very own multiverse story, complete with chapters and a cover page.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/550d4b42-4d79-4f43-a934-50d66da0d2ce) - ![A page from Vishvesh's amazing multiverse story. He even included some math problems! It is incredible to see how reading inspires children to create and express their own unique ideas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d7e9ef9-76a5-4b9b-930d-5c5c92e55707) - ![Another page from Vishvesh's handwritten book. His story is filled with adventure, showing how he structures his thoughts and builds a narrative.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4881c3d1-68ee-43fb-9b19-82b2c653150d) - ![The creativity continues with more illustrations and plot twists in Vishvesh's story. We believe that every child is a storyteller waiting to be discovered.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fe4489e9-9d3c-4fc8-a738-59db1815f034) - ![The beginning of "The Opposite World Multiverse" by our young author, Vishvesh. His work is a beautiful example of how reading fuels a child's imagination and writing skills.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c45a4496-6f65-4856-b2a6-59c47a91f75c) - ![The plot thickens in Vishvesh's story. We are so impressed by his dedication to completing a multi-chapter story. We can't wait to see what he writes next!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f2ca64b0-9825-408b-9a64-2f6b45d4b287) - ![Ten-year-old Nivaan wrote this wonderful short story inspired by the Panchatantra tales. His incredible handwriting and storytelling skills are something to be proud of.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/74abf2c0-f26f-434d-ba4a-a694b1439083) - ![The conclusion of Nivaan's story, "The Donkey with No Brain." It is fantastic to see children engaging with classic fables and adding their own creative touch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9cc303f4-0a6c-4151-9c30-43bbec67dadb) - ![The first page of Nivaan's beautifully handwritten story. Encouraging children to write helps them become better readers and thinkers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/07d40cf7-a03b-4751-879e-4193b4a3ae13) - ![A wonderful review of "The Hunt for the Golden Book" by Geronimo Stilton, written by one of our young members, Hemai Harshith. We love it when kids share their favorite parts of a story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bc173ab1-ce2f-4daa-ab6f-26223e762c08) ## About Our Reading Champions Here at ThinkBox, we celebrate every milestone, whether it is a child tackling their first chapter book or summarizing a favorite historical biography. Completing our reading challenges does not just build a habit; it earns them one of our signature handmade octopus keychains, a little token of a big achievement that our kids proudly show off. Reading is not a chore here; it is a journey we take together. When children join our Diverse Page Adventure or the 17 Days, 17 Books challenge, they are not just flipping pages. They are stepping out of their comfort zones, trading their usual picture books for historical fiction, autobiographies, or scientific encyclopedias. We see the real magic when they return to the library to review what they have read. It is not just a summary; it is a performance. We have had members like 8-year-old Neel break down historical survival stories, while others like Iniyavan navigate the complexities of ancient Greek history with the Horrible Histories series. This act of sharing—telling us why they loved a character or what surprised them—is how they internalize the lessons, whether it is resilience from a sports autobiography or moral lessons from a penguin's adventure. Our challenges are structured to cater to every reading level: * **Early Readers:** Building confidence through consistent, bite-sized goals and story-retelling. * **The Bridge Years:** Encouraging the jump from picture books to chapter books and long-form narratives. * **Advanced Readers:** Tackling non-fiction, biographies, and complex series that stretch their vocabulary and world-view. Every milestone, no matter how small, gets recognized. It might be a digital shoutout, a handmade keychain, or just a high-five for finishing a book that initially seemed too big. We are not an algorithm; we are a community that knows exactly what each child needs to get excited about their next read. ## About ThinkBox We are ThinkBox Children's Library in Malleshpalya, where we have spent 17 years helping kids fall in love with stories. We believe that reading is the best way to spark curiosity, and we are here to help you find the perfect book for your child's unique journey. 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