india

In graphic novel format looks at the life of 'Babasaheb' Bhimrao Ambedkar, an Indian statesman who fought to end prejudice against Dalits in India's caste system.

Siblings Ram and Saanvi explain how they celebrate Diwali, the Indian holiday known also as the "festival of lights.".

An Indian tale in which a farmer's three lazy sons are tricked into working for what they think will be gold, but instead they discover the true riches offered by hard work.

"Before Mira became the first young girl to be Royal Detective of Jalpur, she was just a townsperson with an eye for detail who liked helping her friends. Mira uses all her senses--eyes, ears, and sometimes nose!--to find clues that others might have missed. One day, Queen Shanti happened to observe Mira find a missing baby goat, and she was so impressed that she appointed Mira to be Royal Detective. With her new detective coat and magnifying glass, Mira has the tools and the skills to help people all over Jalpur"--Provided by publisher.

"To solve a new case, Queen Shanti asks Mira to go undercover--as a princess!"--Back cover.

"The . . . actress reveals her journey of self-discovery through her childhood in India, her teenage years in the United States, her success in beauty competitions, the challenges and triumphs of her acting career, and her marriage to Nick Jonas"--OCLC.

"An introduction to the Asiatic lion and the 'lion queens,' or female forest rangers, of the Gir wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat, India"--Provided by publisher.

In 1921, Perveen Mistry is one of the first female lawyers in India. Working at her father's law firm, she finds herself investigating a strange case when three widows of a wealthy mill owner sign over their inheritance to a charity. Suspecting the woman are being taken advantage of, Perveen sets out to uncover the truth. What she finds leads to murder which makes her even more determined to protect the widows.

"Introduces readers to the political career of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Combines a biography of Modi with an overview of important events in India's history and an explanation of the country's political system. Includes infographics, discussion questions, and a Country Profile feature that lists statistics about India."--Provided by publisher.

"The inspiring true story of Fauja Singh, who broke world records to become the first one hundred-year-old to run a marathon, shares valuable lessons on the source of his grit, determination to overcome obstacles, and commitment to positive representation of the Sikh community"--Provided by publisher.