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Indian Mythology is full of adventure and lessons. These stories are a great way to introduce children to Indian values. However, mythological stories can at times be violent and contain concepts too advanced for young readers. At KathaKids, we select mythological stories suitable for children. We then simplify the storyline, and present it in a modern language that children can relate to. We hope you enjoy this collection of mythological stories for children.

Tales from Mahabharata: Savitri’s choice

Savitri was the only daughter of King Ashvapati of Madra and his queen, Malavi. The king had prayed to goddess Savitri for this child. So when she was born, she was given the name Savitri. Savitri grew up into a beautiful young woman. Those who looked at her were dazzled.…
  • by Gayatri Madan Dutt
  • April 22, 2020
  • 7 minute read
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Tales from Mahabharata: Savitri and the Lord of Death

Princess Savitri chose the simple hermit, Satyavan, for her husband, though she knew that he was destined to die within a year.  They were married. With each passing hour, Savitri’s sorrow grew. On the fated day, in the forest, Satyavan suddenly became ill and lay down. Savitri took his head…
  • by Gayatri Madan Dutt
  • April 22, 2020
  • 7 minute read
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Krishna Katha #7: Kamsa locates his enemy

Kamsa sent Pootana to Gokula to kill the child born to Chief Nanda. Later, he received news that Pootana had died mysteriously. Kamsa was disappointed that his trusted lieutenant Pootana was dead while the child in Gokula was unharmed. His minister pointed out that they knew now where the enemy…
  • by Subba Rao
  • July 27, 2019
  • 2 minute read
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Krishna Katha #8: Whirlwind strikes Gokula

The cart giant, Shakatasura had failed in his mission to kill Krishna. Kamsa to ponder over his next move. Kamsa was stunned to hear that Shakatasura, the cart demon, was dead. He refused to believe that the helpless infant was the cause of his death. Even so, he was cautious when…
  • by Subba Rao
  • July 27, 2019
  • 2 minute read
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Krishna Katha #6: Pootana in Gokula

People of Mathura braced up to face a new menace — a baby killer out on prowl looking for new born infants. The baby killer was Kamsa’s agent out to kill the newly born baby who was going to be the destroyer of all evil. Nanda, the Chief of Gokula, came to…
  • by Subba Rao
  • July 27, 2019
  • 3 minute read
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Krishna Katha #5: Pootana, the baby killer

A voice heard from the sky had announced that the eighth son of Vasudeva and Devaki was going to be the destroyer of evil. Afraid for his life, Kamsa, Devaki’s cousin, had vowed to kill every child born to Devaki. However, using her magic, Devi Yogamaya arranged for the eighth…
  • by Subba Rao
  • July 27, 2019
  • 3 minute read
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Buddha remains cool

Gautama Buddha used to go out with a begging bowl to collect a morsel of food for the day. As soon as he appeared in front of a house, the lady of the house would come out with some cooked food, and offer it Buddha. Buddha would accept it, thank…
  • by Subba Rao
  • June 11, 2020
  • 2 minute read
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Stories of Buddha: Free bird

One morning Prince Siddhartha and his cousin Devadatta, went for a walk in the woods. Siddhartha pointed out a swan flying in the sky to Devadatta. Before Siddhartha could stop him, Devadatta shot an arrow at it. Struck by the arrow, the bird went down. Both the boys ran towards…
  • by Subba Rao
  • June 11, 2020
  • 1 minute read
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When Hanuman wanted the sun

Hanuman was the son of Anjana and the Vanara hero, Kesari. He was born by the grace of Vayu the wind god and therefore he was also known as Vayu’s son. When Hanuman was but a child, Kesari was called away on duty by his chief Sugreeva. Anjana took care…
  • by Subba Rao
  • July 10, 2020
  • 3 minute read
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Tales from Mahabharata: The reunion of Nala and Damayanti

Damayanti chose Nala for her husband in preference to the gods. This angered one of the demigods, Kali. He caused Nala to lose his kingdom and all his possessions. Nala and Damayanti went into the forest, but got separated. They took up work under different kings, hiding their true identity. …
  • by Gayatri Madan Dutt
  • April 21, 2020
  • 8 minute read
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