Summer is the perfect time for students to indulge in their love for reading. With long hours of leisure time, summer offers a chance to explore new books, broaden their knowledge, and learn new things. Being one of the best schools in Jaipur, we have curated a list of must-read books for Indian students of all ages. Whether you’re looking for a fun read or a thought-provoking book, this list has got you covered.

For Primary School Children (Ages 6-10)

The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton – A classic children’s book that takes you on a magical adventure with Jo, Bessie, and Fanny as they climb up the faraway tree and discover new lands and characters.

Matilda by Roald Dahl is an entertaining and inspiring story about a young girl with extraordinary powers who overcomes her challenges with the help of her love for reading and learning.

The Panchatantra by Vishnu Sharma – A collection of ancient Indian tales that impart moral values and wisdom through stories featuring animals and humans.

For Middle School Children (Ages 11-14)

The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank – A must-read autobiography of Anne Frank, a Jewish girl who wrote about her experiences of living in hiding during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands.

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne – A touching story about the friendship between two boys from opposite sides of a concentration camp fence during World War II.

The Inheritance of Loss by Kiran Desai – A poignant story about the lives of people living in the Himalayan foothills that explores themes of identity, migration, and cultural clashes.

For High School Students (Ages 15-18)

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee – A classic American novel that addresses issues of racial inequality and injustice in the South during the 1930s.

The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy – A Booker Prize-winning novel that tells the story of a family in Kerala, exploring themes of caste, gender, and identity.

The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri – A novel that explores the complexities of identity and belonging through the story of an Indian-American family.

For College Students (Ages 19 and Above)

The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga – A satirical novel that explores the darker side of the Indian economic boom, following the story of a driver who becomes a successful entrepreneur.

Midnight’s Children by Salman Rushdie is a novel that intertwines the history of India with the lives of its citizens, exploring themes of identity, independence, and cultural clashes.

The Palace of Illusions by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni – A retelling of the Indian epic Mahabharata from the perspective of the protagonist, Draupadi, exploring themes of gender, power, and destiny.



In conclusion, these are just a few of the must-read books for Indian students of all age groups. Reading not ...

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