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Hello,

I am Radhika Suri, an educator, author, and nature enthusiast. For over thirty years during I have danced through classrooms, dabbled in entrepreneurship, and championed literacy and environmental causes across India. My secret teaching fuel? A plate of Gol Gappas!

This mouthwatering snack has been my go-to fuel throughout my teaching journey. I have always been passionate about unlocking the endless creativity and potential of children.

I love gazing at trees, drawing strength from their quiet resilience.

Hello

I am Radhika Suri, an educator, author, and nature enthusiast. For over thirty years during I have danced through classrooms, dabbled in entrepreneurship, and championed literacy and environmental causes across India. My secret teaching fuel? A plate of Gol Gappas!

This mouthwatering snack has been my go-to fuel throughout my teaching journey. I have always been passionate about unlocking the endless creativity and potential of children.

I love gazing at trees, drawing strength from their quiet resilience.

What's 'Tales with Radhika'

Over the years, I have had numerous adventures with children. These pint-sized philosophers have given me a cherished collection of stories and insights. What never failed to amaze me is their curiosity, overflowing with questions, and a fearless spirit that radiates through everything they do. Yet, in our pursuit to educate them, we sometimes unintentionally clip their wings of imagination.

Therefore, we must provide children with a playground to let their creativity run wild, filling their hearts with love, minds with ideas, and a desire for boundless curiosity.

My stories and books, I aspire to do just that!

My Books

My books are born from life itself- the children I’ve met, the stories I’ve heard, the trees I’ve gazed at, and the little things I’ve loved deeply. They carry my belief that every child (and every adult too!) is special, unstoppable, and full of possibilities.

I write for children—their quirks, their masti, their fearless questions, and their wide-eyed wonder. I also believe in the magic of nature—the way trees whisper, ants march, and rivers sing—and that magic flows into my stories. Through every book, I hope children feel free to imagine, to dream, to believe in themselves, and to laugh out loud without fear.

Explore my worlds: The Yummylicious Series -Celebrating Indian food, The Wildernesslicious Series -Discovering the Wonders of Nature and The Sparkalicious Series -Igniting Creativity and Imagination.

Jingles and Readalouds

Bringing Books to Life!

Each child is unique; hence I have some interactive ways to capture their interest in my books.
From engaging interactive activities to catchy jingles, I strive to make reading an enjoyable and exciting learning adventure.

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Would you like to eat a crunchy munchy Gol Gappa?

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Sing a long to Gol Gol Golu Gol Gappa!

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Read Aloud - Would you like to eat a Crunchy Munchy Jalebi

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A Sweet Jingle Sing Along to Jalebi Time!

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tales with radhika In Action

Author Session and workshops

I would love to hear from you at
radhika@taleswithradhika.com

Send queries for Author Visits and
Storytelling Sessions (in person or online) at
contact@radhikatales.com

Yummylicious
Make-Belief Series

Children have an incredible ability to understand the world through imaginative play. Itʼs a fascinating journey where they invent ideas and stories that can surprise even the most seasoned storytellers. This free-flowing, creative play is not only fun but also essential for developing critical thinking skills. Inspired by the magic of make-believe, I have written the first three books in this delightful series.

As an educator, some of my fondest memories were spent in the playroom, where I would eagerly join in the imaginative adventures of the children. Lost in the whirlwind of their creativity, I often found it hard to return to the mundanity of everyday routines. Each visit to the playroom was like embarking on a thrilling rollercoaster ride of imagination, and itʼs these magical moments that have shaped the heart and soul of the ʻYummylicious Make-Beliefʼ series.

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Meet the gang

from the ‘Yummylicious Make-Belief’ series

Kai

Sheʼs just 3 but full of zest! Kai loves exploring, especially when it comes to food. Youʼll often find her checking out tasty treats on the streets.

Pai

He is Kaiʼs best buddy and adores her adventurous spirit. Heʼs carefree and loves joining Kai in her make-believe adventures.

Gobi Manchurian

Gobiʼs not your average dog. He has got a unique mix of Punjabi and Kannadiga roots, and his name comes from his parentsʼ favorite dishes – Gobi Manchurian!

Wildernesslicious
Series

Children need to grow up not apart from nature, but as a part of it—growing with it, feeling its rhythm. Children are natural explorers, filled with wonder, awe, and curiosity. The Wildernesslicious Series invites them to immerse themselves in nature, observe closely, and discover the magic woven into every leaf, ripple, and breeze. Itʼs these quiet, curious moments that have shaped the heart and soul of the Wildernesslicious Series.

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Sparkalicious
Series

Children are born explorers of ideas, filled with wonder, questions, and possibilities. Yet somewhere along the way, theyʼre often told thereʼs only one way to draw, build, or solve a problem. In the classroom, I saw how quickly a blank page could turn into hesitation, and how a little encouragement could reignite their spark. While we teach shapes and letters, we sometimes forget to nurture what comes before it all—original thought. Scribbles, wild ideas, messy inventions—these are not just play, they are a childʼs first steps in thinking for themselves. The Sparkalicious Series celebrates every mistake, every quirky idea, and every creative