BKK #50: A child makes a beautiful dua (prayer) to God. What profound message does Iqbal give to us by writing this poem on behalf of the children? Find out in this episode.Mahwash asks the kids to take some time to reflect on Iqbal’s message.Kids learn South Asian poetic recitation style, and Urdu words and get quizzed on Prayer, Life, Lips, Wish, Candle, Light, Darkness, My Existence, Country, Beauty, Garden, Moth, Protect, Bad deeds, Pious, Right Path, among others.-Want to SUPPORT Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan? Contribute here: Patreon. Thank You!Join BKK Facebook Community: Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan More on Mahwash's work: website Instagram: @bachpan_ki_kahaniyan_bkk   -Welcome to the First-Ever Educational Podcast on Urdu Stories for children! Urdu stories from our childhood, narrated by Mahwash. Living abroad Mahwash realized that in the fast-paced life of a modern expat family, children lose touch with their Pakistani heritage, language, and experiences. Through the retelling of these stories, she brings to life our childhood experiences, building curiosity and imagination in our children, giving new life to the famous characters of yore. Mahwash aims to revive the art and medium of Urdu story narration and lessons learned all the while preserving our language and culture.  It’s the kahanis of our nani and dadi, retold for our children again!-Artwork by: Kanwal MushtaqSupport the show

BKK #49: How does a fox choose to respond to a self-praising leopard when he tells her that she is very ordinary looking. Find out in this episode.Kids learn Urdu words and get quizzed on Fox, Chit-Chat, Danger, Animal, Self-Praise, Beauty, Skin, Fur, and Intellect among others.  -Want to SUPPORT Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan? Contribute here: Patreon. Thank You!Join BKK Facebook Community: Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan More on Mahwash's work: website Instagram: @bachpan_ki_kahaniyan_bkk   -Welcome to the First-Ever Educational Podcast on Urdu Stories for children! Urdu stories from our childhood, narrated by Mahwash. Living abroad Mahwash realized that in the fast-paced life of a modern expat family, children lose touch with their Pakistani heritage, language, and experiences. Through the retelling of these stories, she brings to life our childhood experiences, building curiosity and imagination in our children, giving new life to the famous characters of yore. Mahwash aims to revive the art and medium of Urdu story narration and lessons learned all the while preserving our language and culture.  It’s the kahanis of our nani and dadi, retold for our children again!-Artwork by: Kanwal MushtaqSupport the show

BKK #48: What happens when the two helpers of an old woman get rid of her Rooster to break the old woman’s habit of getting up early in the morning, in the hopes to get more sleep and lessen their work. Would they be able to outsmart the old lady? Find out in this episode.Kids learn Urdu words and get quizzed at the end of the episode on Rooster, Old Woman, Plan, Rooster’s Crow, Prayers, Winter, Difficult, among others.-Want to SUPPORT Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan? Contribute here: Patreon. Thank You!Join BKK Facebook Community: Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan More on Mahwash's work: website Instagram: @bachpan_ki_kahaniyan_bkk   -Welcome to the First-Ever Educational Podcast on Urdu Stories for children! Urdu stories from our childhood, narrated by Mahwash. Living abroad Mahwash realized that in the fast-paced life of a modern expat family, children lose touch with their Pakistani heritage, language, and experiences. Through the retelling of these stories, she brings to life our childhood experiences, building curiosity and imagination in our children, giving new life to the famous characters of yore. Mahwash aims to revive the art and medium of Urdu story narration and lessons learned all the while preserving our language and culture.  It’s the kahanis of our nani and dadi, retold for our children again!-Artwork by: Kanwal MushtaqSupport the show

BKK #47: What does a girl observe from the sparrows’ behavior that makes her think of different kinds of people in this world. In this thought-provoking story, Mahwash draws an analogy between the birds and humans and makes the kids ponder what kind of a human being they choose to become.Kids learn Urdu words and get quizzed on Sparrows, Girl, Grandmother, Pearl Millet, Blessings, among others. -Want to SUPPORT Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan? Contribute here: Patreon. Thank You!Join BKK Facebook Community: Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan More on Mahwash's work: website Instagram: @bachpan_ki_kahaniyan_bkk   -Welcome to the First-Ever Educational Podcast on Urdu Stories for children! Urdu stories from our childhood, narrated by Mahwash. Living abroad Mahwash realized that in the fast-paced life of a modern expat family, children lose touch with their Pakistani heritage, language, and experiences. Through the retelling of these stories, she brings to life our childhood experiences, building curiosity and imagination in our children, giving new life to the famous characters of yore. Mahwash aims to revive the art and medium of Urdu story narration and lessons learned all the while preserving our language and culture.  It’s the kahanis of our nani and dadi, retold for our children again!-Artwork by: Kanwal MushtaqSupport the show

BKK #46: What happens when a weasel falsely claims the rabbit’s house? What is the consequence of his dishonesty? Find out in this episode.Mahwash makes the kids realize that dishonesty gets one into trouble one way or the other.  Kids learn Urdu words and get quizzed at the end of the episode on Rabbit, Weasel, Burrow, Ground, Old, Hear, Clever, Dishonest, among others.-Want to SUPPORT Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan? Contribute here: Patreon. Thank You!Join BKK Facebook Community: Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan More on Mahwash's work: website Instagram: @bachpan_ki_kahaniyan_bkk   -Welcome to the First-Ever Educational Podcast on Urdu Stories for children! Urdu stories from our childhood, narrated by Mahwash. Living abroad Mahwash realized that in the fast-paced life of a modern expat family, children lose touch with their Pakistani heritage, language, and experiences. Through the retelling of these stories, she brings to life our childhood experiences, building curiosity and imagination in our children, giving new life to the famous characters of yore. Mahwash aims to revive the art and medium of Urdu story narration and lessons learned all the while preserving our language and culture.  It’s the kahanis of our nani and dadi, retold for our children again!-Artwork by: Kanwal MushtaqSupport the show

BKK #45: Why does a mermaid offer a Golden axe to a woodcutter who accidentally drops his iron axe into the river? Will the woodcutter take the Golden Axe? What will the mermaid do based on his response? Find out in this episode.Mahwash asks the kids to reflect on the rewards of being honest.Kids learn Urdu words and get quizzed at the end of the episode on Woodcutter, Axe, Gold, Silver, Iron, River, Thirsty, Mermaid, and Honest, among others.-Want to SUPPORT Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan? Contribute here: Patreon. Thank You!Join BKK Facebook Community: Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan More on Mahwash's work: website Instagram: @bachpan_ki_kahaniyan_bkk   -Welcome to the First-Ever Educational Podcast on Urdu Stories for children! Urdu stories from our childhood, narrated by Mahwash. Living abroad Mahwash realized that in the fast-paced life of a modern expat family, children lose touch with their Pakistani heritage, language, and experiences. Through the retelling of these stories, she brings to life our childhood experiences, building curiosity and imagination in our children, giving new life to the famous characters of yore. Mahwash aims to revive the art and medium of Urdu story narration and lessons learned all the while preserving our language and culture.  It’s the kahanis of our nani and dadi, retold for our children again!-Artwork by: Kanwal MushtaqSupport the show

BKK #44: Through this profound self-reflection of a bird in captivity and his longing for freedom, Iqbal makes us realize the importance of freedom. Mahwash asks the kids to take some time to reflect on Iqbal’s message of valuing independence and freedom and that one should never trade it for anything.Kids learn South Asian poetic recitation style, and Urdu words and get quizzed on Birds, To Plea, To Remember, Garden, Chirping, Freedom, Bird’s Nest, Friends, Spring, Flowers & Buds,  among others.-Want to SUPPORT Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan? Contribute here: Patreon. Thank You!Join BKK Facebook Community: Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan More on Mahwash's work: website Instagram: @bachpan_ki_kahaniyan_bkk   -Welcome to the First-Ever Educational Podcast on Urdu Stories for children! Urdu stories from our childhood, narrated by Mahwash. Living abroad Mahwash realized that in the fast-paced life of a modern expat family, children lose touch with their Pakistani heritage, language, and experiences. Through the retelling of these stories, she brings to life our childhood experiences, building curiosity and imagination in our children, giving new life to the famous characters of yore. Mahwash aims to revive the art and medium of Urdu story narration and lessons learned all the while preserving our language and culture.  It’s the kahanis of our nani and dadi, retold for our children again!-Artwork by: Kanwal MushtaqSupport the show

BKK #43: Through a thoughtful conversation between a cow and a goat, this poem of Iqbal emphasizes on having a positive perspective in life. Kids learn that it is their choice to either focus on the positives and be happy, or keep complaining about the challenges in life.Mahwash asks the kids to take some time to count their blessings and be grateful to God and does the same.Kids learn South Asian poetic recitation style, and Urdu words and get quizzed on Pastures, Stream, Cold Breeze, Life, Captivity, Freedom, and Complaint among others.-Want to SUPPORT Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan? Contribute here: Patreon. Thank You!Join BKK Facebook Community: Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan More on Mahwash's work: website Instagram: @bachpan_ki_kahaniyan_bkk   -Welcome to the First-Ever Educational Podcast on Urdu Stories for children! Urdu stories from our childhood, narrated by Mahwash. Living abroad Mahwash realized that in the fast-paced life of a modern expat family, children lose touch with their Pakistani heritage, language, and experiences. Through the retelling of these stories, she brings to life our childhood experiences, building curiosity and imagination in our children, giving new life to the famous characters of yore. Mahwash aims to revive the art and medium of Urdu story narration and lessons learned all the while preserving our language and culture.  It’s the kahanis of our nani and dadi, retold for our children again!-Artwork by: Kanwal MushtaqSupport the show

BKK #42: This poem is about the story of a Firefly and a Nightingale, and how the Firefly empathizes with a sad Nightingale and helps her in time of need. Mahwash makes the kids realize that each one of us has been gifted by God a unique strength that we can use to help others. She also tells them that being compassionate towards others is a choice and urges them to think of their unique gifts with which they can make a difference in an individual’s life and their communities.Kids learn South Asian poetic recitation style, and Urdu words and get quizzed on Nightingale, Firefly, Empathy, Night, Day, Dark, Sad, Home, Help, Bug, among others.    -Want to SUPPORT Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan? Contribute here: Patreon. Thank You!Join BKK Facebook Community: Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan More on Mahwash's work: website Instagram: @bachpan_ki_kahaniyan_bkk   -Welcome to the First-Ever Podcast on Urdu Stories for children! Urdu stories from our childhood, narrated by Mahwash. Living abroad Mahwash realized that in the fast-paced life of a modern expat family, children lose touch with their Pakistani heritage, language, and experiences. Through the retelling of these stories, she brings to life our childhood experiences, building curiosity and imagination in our children, giving new life to the famous characters of yore. Mahwash aims to revive the art and medium of Urdu story narration and lessons learned all the while preserving our language and culture.  It’s the kahanis of our nani and dadi, retold for our children again!-Artwork by: Kanwal MushtaqSupport the show

BKK #41: What strategies does a hungry spider use to lure a fly into its trap. Does the fly fall for it? What lesson does Allama Iqbal want to impart to the kids through this poem of his? Find out in this episode. Kids learn South Asian poetic recitation style, and Urdu words for Spider, Fly, Strangers, Loved Ones, Home, Respect & Honor, Ladder, and Trap among others.    -Want to SUPPORT Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan? Contribute here: Patreon. Thank You!Join BKK Facebook Community: Bachpan Ki Kahaniyan More on Mahwash's work: website Instagram: @bachpan_ki_kahaniyan_bkk   -Welcome to the First-Ever Podcast on Urdu Stories for children! Urdu stories from our childhood, narrated by Mahwash. Living abroad Mahwash realized that in the fast-paced life of a modern expat family, children lose touch with their Pakistani heritage, language, and experiences. Through the retelling of these stories, she brings to life our childhood experiences, building curiosity and imagination in our children, giving new life to the famous characters of yore. Mahwash aims to revive the art and medium of Urdu story narration and lessons learned all the while preserving our language and culture.  It’s the kahanis of our nanis and dadi, retold for our children again!-Artwork by: Kanwal MushtaqSupport the show