THE LITERARY LOUNGE
Books, eReading & Language Experience
Vidyakunj International School expands its library services to better suit the growing educational needs of all our students from Nursery to Grade 12. The campus library provide varied, appropriate and exciting resources to support and enhance learning and teaching. Our school library houses a diverse collection of books, including:
Academic Reference Books for all subjects
Literary Classics from around the world
Pop-up Books and interactive storybooks
Encyclopedias and research resources
Biographies and Autobiographies of inspiring figures
Comics and Graphic Novels for visual storytelling
Science and Nature Books for curious minds
Language Learning Guides and dictionaries
Art and Craft Books for creativity and skills
Words are, in my not-so-humble opinion, our most inexhaustible source of magic. Capable of both inflicting injury, and remedying it.
-Albus Dumbledore (Harry Potter)
DIGITAL LIBRARY AND LANGUAGE LAB
Our digital library and language lab offer an integrated platform for enhanced learning and communication skills. The digital library provides a vast collection of e-books, research papers, and multimedia resources, allowing students to explore subjects beyond the curriculum. Coupled with the language lab, which supports the development of multilingual proficiency through interactive tools, students can engage in immersive learning experiences. Together, these resources empower students to access knowledge globally while honing their language skills, preparing them for a connected world. Our digital library offers a vast and accessible collection, including:
E-Books and Audiobooks across genres and subjects
Interactive Textbooks for immersive learning experiences
On-Demand Books available at student request
Research Papers and Journals for academic exploration
Global Literature with access to contemporary and classic works
Educational Videos and Documentaries for visual learners
Multilingual Resources to support language studies
STEM Resources including coding and tech-based materials
Every book in our library has been thoughtfully handpicked and curated by our founding team. Recently, a letter was posted on our intranet addressing the students, announcing a special Teacher's Day giveaway, where these carefully selected books were gifted to students.
September 5, 2024
Remember back in July when you all shared your reading wish lists? Well, a couple of weekends ago, Ms. Neha and I visited Blossom's Book House in Bangalore. We carefully selected a curated collection of books just for you, and they’ve now arrived at school. Right now, as you read this, there’s a box filled with these incredible books, waiting to be discovered.
But before that, how many of you know Ollivander's, the wand shop where Harry Potter got his first wand? Blossom’s Book House feels just like that—a place straight out of a storybook. It’s absolutely magical. No matter the day, the store is always buzzing with people of all ages, exploring the world of books. You’ll see toddlers eagerly asking their parents, “Can I please get this book?” or “Look, Mumma, this one has 1001 stories!” The joy on their faces when they get to choose even one extra book is heartwarming, transporting you to another world. You’ll also find bookworms sitting right in the middle of the aisles, already immersed in their next great read.
But what makes Blossom’s Book House truly special is its unique collection of old and rare books, not just from India but from around the globe. Some of the books in the box might be second-hand treasures, donated by other book lovers. You might come across limited editions or books with handwritten notes from previous readers, sharing thoughts and insights they found meaningful. These are books to be cherished. Read as many as you can, for they open doors to worlds you never knew existed.
If you ever find yourself in Bangalore, we’d be thrilled to introduce you to this magical place. In the meantime, if you’re curious about Blossom’s Book House, you can learn more about it here. And if there’s a specific book you’d like to read, let us know—perhaps it will be in the next box we send!
Happy Reading,
Yashasvi
Our Academic Director, Mrs. Nagda selecting library books from a prominent bookstore in Bangalore