I asked several of my former colleagues what type of Indian stories their students liked. One responded, the Panchatantra. Huh, was my initial response. Yes, even after living in India for 8 months, I admit that my understanding of Indian culture is limited. A Google search came … [Read more...]
Intergenerational Picture Books-India
Kashmira uses her childhood memories growing up on the west coast of India to create charming picture books that focus on two different aspects of life in India. In Monsoon Afternoon (by Kashmira Sheth and illustrated by Yoshiko Jaeggi, Peachtree Publishers 2007) the reader … [Read more...]
Another Award Winning Author- Writing About India
Uma Krishnaswami has written numerous books about her former homeland, India. One fine example is Monsoon by Uma Krishnaswami, illustrated by Jamel Akib (Farrar Straus Giroux, 2003). This bookreminds me of my many months in India. Not only does it provide glimpses of Indian … [Read more...]
Award Winning Picture Book- India
Are there any award winning picture books that highlight India? One picture book hit the lottery for American recognition. Finders Keepers? A True Story in India, by Robert Arnett and illustrated by SmitaTurakhia (Atman Press, 2003) is stunning, not only in its … [Read more...]
Sudha Murty and The Bird With the Golden Wings
While teaching in India, I adapted to my new terrain and quickly learned that my expectations needed to be modified. One thing I missed was familiar children’s literature. I eagerly awaited the arrival of the Scholastic Book Fair only to be disappointed by the fair’s small and … [Read more...]
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