Examines the migration of Indian people who came to America during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, their hardships and struggles to make a new life; and contains a timeline, charts and graphs, and profiles on important people and events.
Describes the history of Indian immigration to the U.S., Indian American communities, and the ways Indian Americans have shaped American culture, and discusses changes in Indian values and the experiences of young Indian Americans influenced by modern America and their parents' traditions.
Embarrassed by her clumsiness, eight-year-old Meena, an Asian Indian American girl, is reluctant to appear in the school play until she gains self-confidence by practicing yoga.
Faith Patel feels out of place among her teammates because her family can't afford for her to play in club leagues like the other girls, so when the coach starts to give her extra help and attention she starts to develop a crush.
Profiles the lives and achievements of Indian Americans, which includes journalist Fareed Zakaria, film director M. Night Shyamalan, singer Norah Jones, and others.
Describes the historical background, culture, struggles, and achievements of Indian Americans, discusses their challenges for the future, and includes study questions, a time line, and a further reading list with Web sites.
Grandfather tells many stories about his native India in answer to Ravi and Anjali's questions, such as the tale of a procession of elephants on the feast of Divaali when he was a boy. Includes facts about life in India, a list of cooking spices, and descriptions of Indian animals.
An exploration of United States immigrants from India and other South Asian countries that discusses their countries of origin and cultures and includes personal stories about the experiences of immigrants and their children.
