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Author
Publisher
Flowerpot Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"This is the true story of how one young boy dedicated his life to creating and cultivating an expansive forest that continues to grow to this day. In a world impacted by climate change, Jadav Payeng s inspirational story shows how one person s contributions can make a difference in helping to save our environment."-- provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Journey across the diverse regions of India in this joyful celebration of its people, places, and wildlife. Watch elephants bathing from a houseboat in Kerala, marvel at the ancient cave paintings of Bhimbetka, wander the bustling streets of Delhi, and ride a train through the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. Uncover India's fascinating history and culture, and explore the unique mix of the traditional and modern that makes India the incredible...
Author
Series
Publisher
Tiny Owl Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
An unlikely friendship between Miss Bandari and Mr Magarmach forms when the pair meet under the great plum tree, deep in the heart of India. Mr Magarmach is old and his hunting days are over but Miss Bandari loves hearing his stories as they munch plums together. One day their friendship is tested but with courage, trust and forgiveness they discover that living happily together tastes just as sweet as Miss Bandari's golden plums. The story of the...
6) India
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
c2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
7) Holi colors
Author
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
A vibrant board book that introduces little ones to the Hindu festival of Holi with a rainbow of colors.
8) India
Author
Series
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discover what it{u2019}s like to grow up in India. India is a country filled with colorful festivals, majestic temples, and an extraordinary history!
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Four wry new trickster tales from the creators of Mangoes, Mischief, and Tales of Friendship draw on Hindu mythology and the rich tradition of Indian folktales. Clever Prince Veera and his best friend, Suku, are back in a vibrant new collection of stories riddled with surprises. When the prince's great uncle, Raja Apoorva, invites the boys to the summer festival in Peetalpur, Prince Veera and Suku are excited to compete in the games. It's no easy...
Author
Series
Publisher
Kids Can Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"A boy grows up to bring positive change to his village in India. This story is true, and it started with a boy named Sundar. After the deaths of his mother, and later his daughter, Sundar Paliwal knows what he has to do. He is determined to live in a place where girls and boys are treated equally and where the surrounding countryside is not ravaged by irresponsible mining. And so he comes up with a plan. In rural India, where many people cling to...
11) Taj Mahal
Author
Publisher
Carolrhoda Books
Pub. Date
c2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Recounts the love story behind the building of the Taj Mahal in India, discussing how it was constructed and providing information on Indian culture.
12) India
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the geography, history, culture, and people of India.
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Meet India's space visionaries and adventurers, and learn about their amazing achievements. Blast off into the fascinating world of rocket launches, satellites, and space missions, as India ventures into the great unknown. This colorful book, packed with fantastic photographs from the Indian Space Research Organisation, takes you on an incredible journey toward the final frontier"--Back cover.
Author
Publisher
Crown Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, a division of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"From spicy achaar to sweet zafrani pulao, flip through food from every corner of India, for all kinds of occasions in this mouth-watering alphabet book."--
Author
Publisher
Sleeping Bear Press
Pub. Date
[2011]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"From the quiet grandeur of the Himalaya Mountains to the urban city of Calcutta, T is for Taj Mahal: An India Alphabet showcases India's exotic treasures. Visit the haunting Taj Mahal, a tribute from an emperor to his dead wife. Traverse the bustling streets of Mumbai, the second most populated city in the world. Sample a traditional meal fragrant with garam masala spices, or attend a cricket match where some games have lasted up to five days!"--...
Author
Publisher
Amazon Children's Pub
Pub. Date
c2013
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Gandhi walked from his Ashram near Ahmedabad to the sea coast by the village of Dandi. Fearing arrest, the marchers vowed to break the laws which did not allow Indians to gather salt from the sea.
20) India
Author
Series
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Provides an introduction to India, with information on the country's geography, history, culture, landmarks, wildlife, the people who have shaped its past and present, its current environmental issues, and its cuisine, festivals, and traditions, and includes maps, graphs, foreign language phrases, flags, and a timeline.
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