Our Story
Books That Build the Skills Life Doesn't Teach in School
Dashatantra Publications was founded on a simple belief: emotional intelligence is not a soft skill — it's the foundation of everything else. We create illustrated books that give children aged 8–14 the language, frameworks, and stories they need to understand themselves and the world around them.
“A child who understands their own emotions is a child who can navigate anything life throws at them.”
— Dashatantra Publications
The Series
10 Books, 10 Life Skills
Each title in the Dashatantra series focuses on one core life skill — from self-awareness and empathy to resilience and decision-making. Available as a Story Version, Comprehensive Version, or pocket-sized Mini Version.
Our Values
What Guides Every Book We Make
Grounded in Research
Every book in the series is informed by child development research and reviewed by educators before publication.
Stories First
We believe children learn best through narrative. Our books use relatable characters and situations, not abstract lectures.
Parent & Teacher Friendly
Each book includes guided discussion prompts so parents, teachers, and school counsellors can extend the conversation beyond the page.
Made for India
The stories are set in everyday Indian contexts — schools, families, neighbourhoods — so every child sees themselves in the characters.