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Begin a captivating journey with Timun Mas, a brave hero who triumphs against a mighty foe. Unveil the origin story of the Kalimantan dolphin and dive into the legend of Lake Toba. Discover the humorous adventures of local hero Pan Balangtamak, learn about Hua Lo Puu, the tiny bird, and explore the fascinating tale of rice cultivation in the wet fields. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure into a world of wonder and cultural treasures, celebrating Indonesia's rich heritage.

Taking classic stories from Asia and the West, Pop! Lit for Kids reimagines them into easy-to-read stories that provide the perfect introduction to classic tales. The most well-loved stories from around the world have been adapted into a form that will excite and entertain children everywhere.

Series features:
- Enhance your vocabulary: Our children's books are designed to boost vocabulary skills in a fun and engaging way, helping children expand their word bank and improve their language abilities.
- Cultural diversity: Dive into a world of timeless tales and folklore from around the globe! Our books feature beloved classics and traditional folktales, introducing children to stories that have stood the test of time.
“Each story is written in a simple manner, without losing its original storyline and can be finished in a single sitting! What makes this series a must-have in every home library, besides being an early introduction to such popular literature, is its beautiful illustrations, colourful and different font sizes for 'big words' and snippets of fun facts, which makes them an enjoyable read!”
—Jaime Chan, Parenting Blog, Mypreciouzkids

“Each story is easy to read and paired with beautiful illustrations. I especially like how certain words were highlighted, as that was a great way for my son to pick up new vocabulary.”
—Rachel, @joshtruly on Instagram

“Pop! Lit for Kids takes classic stories from Asia and the West and transforms them into colourful, easy-to-read tales. The books capture the imaginations of kids and ignite children's curiosity for more classic tales. Not only did my children enjoy the series, but I did too!”
—Jyoti Negi Rawat, Mother of two, @jyoti_yaj on Instagram

“I adore the text, which has vibrant graphics and is written in the Geronimo Stilton style. This series is interesting and easy to read, which is great for primary school kids. There is lots of great vocabulary for them to pick up in the books.”
—Adeline Sun, Mother of three, @growingwiththetans on Instagram
Dr Murti Bunanta is a children's literature specialist, researcher, children's folklorist, and an international award-winning author of 50 books. Her books have been translated into several languages. She is the founder and president of Society for the Advancement of Children's Literature and Indonesian Section of IBBY that pioneered children's reading in Indonesia.

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Pop! Lit for Kids: The Kalimantan Dolphin and Other Indonesian Tales