ROOTS OF WONDER MORAL STORIES FOR CHILDREN: LEARNING VALUES, CELEBRATING FESTIVALS & BUILDING KIND HEARTS

Dr. Vivek B. Naik is a dental surgeon by profession and a storyteller by passion. Alongside his clinical career, he has dedicated years to nurturing children’s emotional intelligence, moral values, and cultural roots through stories. As a father, he found inspiration in his own children — Rajvi and Parishi — whose innocent questions about life, traditions, and emotions sparked the journey of creating meaningful children’s books.He is the creator of the Rajvi & Parishi Adventures series — a landmark collection of illustrated children’s storybooks designed to blend entertainment with life lessons. His stories are crafted not just to amuse, but to inspire. Each tale combines universal values such as kindness, courage, gratitude, and respect with Indian cultural traditions, festivals, and spirituality in a child-friendly way.Dr. Vivek strongly believes that books have the power to shape young minds. In today’s fast-changing world, where children face screen addiction, peer pressure, and cultural disconnect, his mission is to give kids the tools to grow emotionally resilient, culturally rooted, and socially compassionate. His books aim to open gentle yet powerful conversations between parents, teachers, and children — helping families bond over values and wisdom that can last a lifetime.His vision is long-term: by 2040, he envisions Rajvi & Parishi becoming household names across India and globally, much like the beloved children’s classics of the past. Through this series of 50+ books, he aspires to leave behind not just stories, but a legacy of courage, wisdom, and wonder for generations to come.Dr. Vivek lives with his family in Gujarat, India, and continues to balance his professional career with his passion for writing. Inspired daily by his wife and children, he sees storytelling not only as art but as service — to his family, community, and the world.