Doorbeen, (pronounced dūr-bīn), meaning “telescope” in Hindi, is an initiative by the H T Parekh Foundation aimed at transforming children’s lives through the magic of reading.
Inspired by how a telescope brings distant objects into focus, Doorbeen seeks to illuminate the vast potential within every child. Just as a telescope reveals hidden wonders, books unlock incredible worlds filled with ideas, fascinating people, far-off places, and limitless adventures. A great story can spark laughter, inspire dreams, and even shift perspectives.
At Doorbeen, we believe in the power of literature to open new possibilities for young minds. Our initiative, like its namesake, uncovers the hidden joy of reading, making children curious explorers and active readers. By fostering critical thinking, language development, and emotional growth, we transform reading into a journey of discovery.
Welcome to Doorbeen—where every story unveils a new world, and every child’s imagination leads the way!
To build a culture of reading that is joyful, nurtures critical thinking abilities and contributes towards language development and socio-emotional development among children
Joyful
Exploration
Print-rich libraries, featuring diverse collections of books and play materials, create inviting spaces where children can explore freely and cultivate a love for reading.
Critical
Thinking
Encourage children to actively engage with books, prompting them to think, question, reflect and cultivate critical thinking skills that are essential for their development.
Language
Development
Support children to interact with books to enhance their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Children associate their own feelings with those they read about. This helps them engage in meaningful discussions on these feelings.
Socio-emotional
Development
10,000
Excellent Readers
50,000
Active Readers
100,000
Children with Access
Knows how to handle books properly and engages with them effectively
Is Print
Aware
Chooses books based on personal interest, diverse themes and genres.
Selects Books
Independently
Enjoys reading frequently, whether with guidance or independently
Reads
Regularly
Understands and absorbs content at their own pace
Reads with
Comprehension
Discusses and reflects on books they read, shares insights and opinions.
Engages in
Discussions
Develops a fondness for certain books and enjoys revisiting them.
Has Favorite
Books
Doorbeen, a flagship program supported by the H T Parekh Foundation, nurtures an ecosystem where NGO partners establish community and school libraries, produce regional children’s literature, and train library educators to help these libraries thrive.
The H T Parekh Foundation was established in 2012 to honor the birth centenary of Mr. Hasmukh Thakordas Parekh, Founder Chairman of HDFC Limited, and celebrates his legacy of deep commitment to India’s development sector. Guided by Mr. Parekh’s philosophy of “service to society,” the Foundation focuses on providing access to education for vulnerable children and adolescents, promoting equity, and improving learning outcomes.
Through Doorbeen, the Foundation seeks to foster critical thinking, language development, and socio-emotional growth in young minds. By ensuring access to quality education and enriching library environments, they aim to empower every child to reach their full potential.
Establish vibrant school libraries and implementing reading programs to advance foundational literacy among elementary school children.
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Establish community libraries to nurture reading among children with the involvement of older children and adults from the community
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Translating existing children’s book titles and creating new ones to ensure children in need have access to quality literature.
Training individuals specialized in children’s literature and children’s libraries to sustain and grow our movement.