Little Krishna Picture Book Series – Stories, Learning & Love at Home
- Sreevidhya Ramanujam
- Sep 19, 2025
- 4 min read
Updated: 13 hours ago
At Srishti Tales, we believe that stories can be more than just bedtime reading. They help us celebrate culture, learn about festivals, and build meaningful connections between parents and children.
Our Little Krishna picture book series is one such effort.
These are not ordinary storybooks about Krishna. The series is inspired by the Divya Prabandham, the collection of 4,000 Tamil verses composed by the twelve Āzhwars in praise of Lord Vishnu.
Among these beautiful compositions are Periyāzhwār’s verses that describe Krishna's childhood. Periyāzhwār takes on the role of Yashoda, describing Krishna’s early milestones with the affection and tenderness of a mother. We have adapted these verses into illustrated picture books, bringing a little of this beautiful literary and devotional tradition into children's storytime.
Book 1: Gokulam Celebrates
Inspired by Periyazhwar’s first ten verses, this book captures the joy of Krishna’s birth. The gopis and gopikas sing, dance, and celebrate baby Krishna with colours, music, and festive cheers.
How parents can use this book:
Read it during Gokulashtami to recreate the joy of Krishna’s birth at home.
Celebrate with your children using songs, rangoli, and prasadam, just like the gopis.
Encourage kids to join the story through dancing or clapping along.
Book 2: Look at Little Krishna
Based on the next twenty verses from Periyazhwar Thirumozhi, this book lovingly describes Krishna from his tiny toes to his beautiful head. It’s an interactive read that allows children to discover Krishna while also exploring their own bodies.
How parents can use this book:
Make reading interactive by asking your child to point to their toes, eyes, or hands as the verses describe Krishna.
Use it as a fun way to teach body awareness and self-discovery.
Encourage kids to draw or colour Krishna alongside themselves.
Book 3: Goodnight , Krishna!
This gentle bedtime story is inspired by Periyazhwar’s lullaby for Krishna. Mother Yashoda soothes her child by describing the gifts brought by the gods. Through this story, children not only hear a sweet lullaby-like tale but also get introduced to the different deities and their roles in our universe. This book can thus be used to teach the kids about various Hindu deities.
How parents can use this book:
Read it as part of your bedtime routine to wind down the day peacefully.
Introduce children to deities and their roles through the story:
Brahma – Creator
Shiva – Destroyer
Indra – God of Rain
Kubera – God of Wealth
Varuna – God of Waters
Lakshmi Devi – Goddess of Wealth
Bhooma Devi – Mother Earth
Parvati – Goddess of Strength
Invite children to spot subtle details in the illustrations that show each deity’s role.
Book 4: Take a bath, Krishna!
Bath time in Yashoda's home is not as simple as it sounds!
Inspired by Neerattam, Periyāzhwār’s verses in which he lovingly takes on the role of Yashoda and calls little Krishna to come for his bath, Take a Bath, Krishna! brings another delightful glimpse into Krishna’s everyday childhood.
Will playful Krishna leave his games and come for his bath?
How can parents use this book?
It your child connect the story with their own routine.
Talk about the little things that make bath time enjoyable.
Encourage children to act out Krishna’s playful reluctance.
Use the story to introduce the idea that even everyday routines can become joyful moments when shared with love.
Together, these four titles are more than just stories. They can help children:
Celebrate Krishna during festivals and special occasions.
Learn through interaction, movement, observation and conversation.
Discover Indian culture and tradition through stories rather than instruction.
Build a connection with the Āzhwars and Divya Prabandham from an early age.
Create meaningful parent-child moments through shared reading.
Reading Tips for Parents
You don't need to finish the whole book in one sitting. Let your child's curiosity guide the reading.
1. Make it interactive
Ask questions, point to details, make expressions and allow your child to respond.
2. Connect the story to everyday life
Goodnight, Krishna! naturally fits into bedtime, while Take a Bath, Krishna! can become part of bath-time conversations.
3. Bring in music and movement
Sing, clap, dance or introduce a simple bhajan related to Krishna.
4. Look closely at the illustrations
The pictures contain many details that can lead to wonderful conversations about Krishna, the deities, their attributes and the world around them.
5. Read the same book again
Children love repetition and often discover something new each time they hear a familiar story.
6. Let the questions grow with your child
A three-year-old may simply enjoy Krishna's expressions and pictures. An older child may begin asking who Periyāzhwār was, what a pasuram is, or where these verses came from. Let the conversation grow naturally.
Continue the Journey with Srishti Tales
The joy of Krishna doesn’t have to end with these books. If your child enjoyed the Little Krishna series, here are more ways to bring stories and culture alive at home:
Board Games – Play-based learning rooted in stories and values.
Activity Books – Hands-on fun with stories, colouring, and activities.
Other Storybooks – Explore more titles inspired by India’s epics and traditions.
E-Magazine for Kids – A monthly dose of stories, activities, and learning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What age group are the Little Krishna picture books for?
These books are best suited for children aged 3 to 8 years. Younger children enjoy the colorful illustrations and simple storytelling, while older children connect with the cultural and devotional aspects.
2. Are these books suitable for toddlers?
Yes! Even toddlers can enjoy the rhythm, pictures, and interactive elements. Parents can simplify the narration or just describe the illustrations to younger children.
3. Can I use these books during festivals like Janmashtami?
Absolutely. Gokulam Celebrates is especially perfect for Janmashtami and Gokulashtami. You can recreate the festive atmosphere at home with stories, songs, and prasadam.
4. Do the books help children learn about Indian culture?
Yes. The series introduces children to Krishna’s life, festivals, body awareness, and Hindu deities in a simple and joyful way. It’s a gentle introduction to devotion and culture.
5. Where can I buy the Little Krishna picture books?
You can explore and purchase all three titles — Gokulam Celebrates, Look at Little Krishna, and Goodnight, Krishna — right here: 👉 Shop the Little Krishna Series
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