ODOS is a volunteer-driven initiative where our <\/span>Reading Champions<\/b> conduct joyful storytelling sessions with children across India and the world. These sessions take place in schools, libraries, community centres, parks, and even living rooms \u2013 anywhere a story can be shared and the joy of reading can be spread!<\/span><\/p>\n At the heart of ODOS is our mission:<\/span> to put a book in every child\u2019s hand. <\/span><\/i>Over the years, thousands of Reading Champions have joined us. Even during the pandemic, ODOS continued virtually! Together, we\u2019ve built a thriving community determined to inspire children into falling in love with reading.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n This year, ODOS runs from <\/span>September 7th to September 15th, 2025<\/b>. And we can\u2019t wait for you to be a part of it!<\/span><\/p>\n Registration for physical copies are now closed, but you can still register to hold sessions with digital copies of the books.\u00a0<\/p>\n Every year, we select two special titles. This year\u2019s books are:<\/span><\/p>\n You can choose to read <\/span>either one or both<\/b> of the books. They are available in several languages, both in print and digital formats.<\/span><\/p>\n After you register, you\u2019ll receive a <\/span>confirmation email<\/b> with all relevant resource links. From there, you can download the <\/span>PDF version of your chosen title(s)<\/b> in the language of your choice or read the picture books on StoryWeaver.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We\u2019d love to know about the impact you created!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Instagram<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n LinkedIn<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n And lastly, celebrate<\/b>! You\u2019ve just become one among the thousands who come together year-after-year, determined to get more children reading. \u00a0<\/p>\n 1. Will the book be sent for free?<\/b> 2. Can I host multiple sessions?<\/b> 3. What if I can\u2019t host between September 7th\u201315th?<\/b><\/p>\n While the primary campaign period is on these dates, you can still conduct your session at any other time around the dates. The most important thing is that children get to enjoy a story!<\/span><\/p>\n 4. Do I have to arrange the venue?<\/b> 5. I\u2019m outside India. Can I still join?<\/b> Main Billi Nahi Hu (I Am Not a Cat)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Surki and Tirki<\/span><\/a> \u00a0<\/p>\n Thousands of Reading Champions across India and the world come together every September to celebrate the joy of reading. Be a part of this vibrant community and help us get <\/span>a book in every child\u2019s hand<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/prathambooks.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ODOS-Banner-2560-x-1255-px.png\")
It\u2019s that time of year again! Every September, Pratham Books celebrates <\/span>One Day, One Story (ODOS)<\/b> to mark <\/span>International Literacy Day<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\nSign up here to be a Reading Champion!<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n
Access Resources to Help with Your Session Here<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n
Read the ODOS Books in Any Language Here<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n
The Books for 2025!\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Your 3-Part Guide to Becoming a Reading Champion<\/b><\/h2>\n
1. Before ODOS \u2013 Prepping to spread the joy of reading!\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
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2. During ODOS \u2013 The D-Day!\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
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3. After ODOS \u2013 Share the Joy\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nFAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n
<\/b> Yes, if you are in India and stocks last.<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/b> Absolutely! The more, the merrier.<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/b> Yes. It could be anywhere children gather\u2014schools, NGOs, parks, bookstores, or homes.<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/b> Yes! Use<\/span> StoryWeaver<\/span><\/a> to access the books, download, print, or read digitally. Use these links:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span><\/p>\nSign up here to be a Reading Champion!<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n