Teachers often introduce a picture book by asking a class to look at the book’s cover. Sometimes the artist’s tantalizing skills bring an immediate reaction from the kids. The illustrator has effectively expressed an appealing aspect of the book. A pervasive feeling fills the … [Read more...]
Picture Book- the Endangered Royal Bengal Tiger
Protecting endangered animals is a worldwide concern. Sadly, the Royal Bengal tiger, India's national animal, falls into this category. Less than 1,500 of these magnificent creatures remain in India. Despite the severity of the situation, an alarming number of Royal Bengal tigers … [Read more...]
Mathematical Indian Folktale
I looked at the book cover. I looked again. What did the title of the book, One Grain of Rice: A Mathematical Folktale, have in common with flowers, deer, and an Indian woman? The illustrator and writer, Demi, did not provide any clues about the content of the book. Yet, I was … [Read more...]
Why The Movie, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Hits Home
My adventure began when I made the decision to accompany my husband to India. Even though I have been back in the States for 1 ½ years, I remain fascinated with India. Once I read about the movie, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, I made plans to see it. I wondered if my … [Read more...]
Timeless Messages From Sanskrit Tales
Countless animal fables are read each day in primary classrooms around America. If you're looking for a fable that is rooted in ancient Indian culture consider- Once A Mouse ... and/or The Brave Parrot. … [Read more...]
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