Here you Are - V.V. Pathmaseeli;Aruna Keerthi Gamage

A gentle, everyday story about little Biso, a cone of biscuits, and a line of friendly visitors-Kitty, Tommy, Squirrel, and more. Each time Biso wants a biscuit, she remembers her mother's advice and chooses to share. By the end, Biso learns her mother's truth: what you give comes back to you, and kindness brings unexpected joy.

This book is ideal for teaching good habits, sharing, and simple reciprocity through a warm family moment.

Socio-Emotional Development

• Shows kindness, sharing, and gratitude, helping children feel how caring for pets and friends builds belonging.

• Highlights positive family values through the mother's message, "What you give-you get," encouraging good behaviour.

Cognitive Development

• Builds cause-and-effect and sequencing (wants to eat → friend arrives → chooses to share → positive result).

• Supports perspective-taking as children imagine how each visitor feels when welcomed.

Early Literacy Development

• Repeated sounds and phrases ("Meow! Woo! Squeak!") support prediction, participation, and sound awareness.

• Clear picture-text matching helps early readers understand the story easily.