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2026 Varta Storytelling Festival: Lineup and Activities
We’re eager to welcome you to Austin and be a part of the fifth Varta storytelling festival. It will come to Austin for the third time! This event programming is supported in part by the Elevate Grant of Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. We are grateful to our partners Austin Public Library, Burrow Library, artists,…
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How Can We Encourage Reading For Fun?
In a recent podcast episode with Debbie Millman, writer and editor, Spencer Bailey said, “We’re now all on a McDonald’s fast food diet when it comes to our media consumption.” Millman talked about the dip she felt when media platforms began sharing “how many minutes” it’ll take to read. This overbusy, always on the edge…
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Zubaani Season 4 Announced
Peerbagh is delighted to announce the new season of the Zubaani podcast that will be launched on May 6th, 2026. This season is once again hosted by writers Salma Hussain and Upasna Kakroo celebrating South Asian diaspora during the AAPI heritage month. They will be discussing the theme “weave” where heritage culture meets lived experiences…
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Parenting tips to encourage screen-free activities in 2026
Parenting tips to encourage screen-free activities in 2026 don’t have to sound like a punishment. They can feel like an invitation to play. Think of this as your tiny handbook for making the real world more exciting than the screen world. This post is from Diksha Sharma, a research associate for Peerbagh. Your guide to…
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Youth Council: What Does AI Writing Replace?
World news can be overwhelming right now. That’s why at Peerbagh, we lean in on our incredible youth council and student voices to help us imagine a better world. Finding our human voices amid AI slop is a subvertive call to our inherent creativity as a species. We’re beginning this by asking, what does AI…
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Books Versus Videos: Does Technology Help You Learn better?
Do you love watching YouTube videos to learn new things? You may have learned how to fold an origami crane, bake cookies, or solve a math problem while watching a video. Or maybe you’re a book lover who enjoys flipping pages and discovering facts while reading quietly in a cozy corner. But here’s a big…
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Our top 10 ways to engage Reluctant Readers
Inspiring young reluctant readers to spend time with a book is more than just a task; it’s a gift that benefits them for life. Reading improves language skills, enhances imagination, and fosters critical thinking. With your encouragement, you can open the infinite possibilities for your kids within a book’s pages. We have some tips! 1.…
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Celebrate intergenerational Storytelling and South Asian Books
When we began Peerbagh, part of the idea we were exploring was how to bring spotlight to South Asian stories to the world. As many different writers, publishers, and creatives were bringing out new stories, it was harder to find lists or recommendations we needed as parents. In 2025, our focus has been on intergenerational…
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The Power of Intergenerational Storytelling: Why It’s Critical
“In old stories lies the essence of who we are, where we come from, and the values that shape our journey ahead.” Intergenerational storytelling is an age-old practice with immense value. It is more than just sharing tales; it is about passing down memories, lived experiences, and family narratives that shape the identity and values of the…
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Parenting Advice for Raising Readers and Critical Thinkers
Parenting comes with its share of joys and challenges, especially for migrant parents adapting to a new culture while holding on to their roots. Reading can help! If you’re a parent or teacher guiding children aged 6 to 14, you know how crucial it is to spark a love for reading and nurture critical thinking.…
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