Where Will the Ball Go? : A Decodable Book Series
Three friends play with a ball, until it bounces away from them. They chase after it and find themselves at a party, with food, music, dancing and…giant puppets! But where is the ball?
Let's Read is partnering with Lee & Low Books to publish this English Decodables series in the U.S. market. The series is expected to be available for purchase by libraries, schools, and bookstores in the USA in 2026 and 2027. A decodable book series is a set of early reading books structured so that children can sound out nearly every word using the specific phonics rules and sight words they have already been taught.
Available as an English and Bengali ebook in Let's Read Asia. You can find more of Lee & Low Books' decodable books here.
Sapalah Aku dengan Harmonika
I like playing with my brother Luki. Luki has a lot of play ideas. But sometimes Luki turns gloomy and just stays quiet. Can I help him cheer up again? “Play Me the Harmonica” is a story about mental health. This was part of The Asia Foundation’s project to write stories for children featuring aspects of disability.
Available as an English, Indonesian, and Fijian ebook in Let's Read Asia.
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Available only in English, which can be purchased in Blibli.
Read about the inspiration, research, and writing process for this book here.
Janggan Dragon Kite
To celebrate the harvest festival, dragon kites, or Janggan, take to the skies. Wira is determined that his family’s Janggan will win the flying competition, until he sees his friend Yoga’s majestic kite. Does Wira ’s Janggan still stand a chance? And will the boys’ friendship survive if Yoga’s kite wins? Set around the cultural festivities of Bali, Janggan Dragon Kite features the story of a young boy who discovers the value of friendship over winning a competition.
Read about the inspiration, research, and writing process for this book here.
Arai & The Tall Grass
When her best friend fell sick, Arai expected boring holidays ahead. Yet on her own, she began to discover the many wonders of her village. From the special tall grass to peatlands and weaving, an exciting adventure awaited to unfold. This story is set in the peatland regions of South Kalimantan, the home of the special tall grass or purun that is used as weaving raw material by the village women. This project was commissioned by a local social enterprise that produces and distributes these authentic weaving products. This book aims to raise awareness among young people regarding the importance of peatland regions for environmental and social sustainability. This story book has been incorporated into the ‘Belajar dari Rumah (Study From Home)’ program by the Indonesian Ministry of Education for the elementary grade level.
Hermy's New Home
Hermy is enjoying the comfort of his new home when Benny snatches it away from him. A chase ensues but a big wave drags them both onto the ocean floor, where hungry predators await them. Will they escape the perils of the ocean? Will Hermy ever be friends again with Benny?
Available as an English and Arabic ebook in Let's Read Asia.
I Can Do It!
“Aku Pasti Bisa” ( I Can Do It!) is a story that defies stereotypes and promotes children’s self-esteem. If you are shy and small, can you roar like a tiger? If you are big, can you jump high like a deer? If you wear large thick glasses, can you become a prince? If you have dark-skin and curly hair, can you become a princess? This book has a parallel story structure. Two story lines alternate and intersect within the text and illustration spreads to deliver to young readers the message of not giving in to stereotypes and that ‘if you believe, you can do it’.
Available only as a Bahasa Indonesian ebook in Room to Read!
If you'd like to purchase the print version, the book is available in Shopee.
Persahabatan Dengan Hewan
Kei dan Kakak sedang membuat adonan lilin mainan. Tiba-tiba ada bunglon yang melompat di dekat mereka. Kei dan Kakak pun menangkapnya dan memasukkannya ke dalam kotak. Namun, tak berapa lama, warna tubuh bunglon itu berubah menjadi gelap! Duh, kenapa dengan bunglon itu, ya? Yuk, ikuti petualangan Kei dan Kakak bersama gajah, orang utan, dan hewan lainnya dalam kumpulan cerita ini. Selain itu, temukan juga fakta-fakta menarik pada hewan tersebut. (This book is a collection of ten stories featuring the adventures of a little girl and her brother, as they help save the animals around them – available only in Indonesian).
You can purchase the book in Gramedia and Shopee.
Books on Early Childhood Education
A practical guide to planning engaging activities for young children. Available only in Indonesian.
A practical insight into how children learn through play. This book is available in Gramedia.