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6) It is a tree
Author
Series
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
In this retelling of the fable from India, blindfolded children at a party play a guessing game.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
A retelling of eight stories from well-known collections of Indian folktales: Hitopadesha tales, Jataka tales, and Panchantra tales. These stories feature unforgettable characters, from an elephant and a dog who become unlikely companions to a talkative tortoise who can't keep his mouth closed to save his life and presents them with humor in cartoon-like illustrations.
Author
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
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Description
On her way to visit her daughter on the other side of the jungle, Grandma encounters a hungry fox, bear, and tiger, and although she convinces them to wait for her return trip, she still must find a way to outwit them all.
Author
Series
Publisher
Storey Publishing
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Adapted from the Indian folktale Kamala and the seven thieves, Kamala, the wise, witty heroine proves that anyone can be persistent, determined, and creative, regardless of wealth, social status, or gender. Includes storytelling activities.
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
While exploring her grandmother's past at an ashram in India with her cousin Anandi, seventeen-year-old Raya finds herself and, perhaps, true love in this modern retelling of the legend of Dushyanta and Shakuntala.
Ever since her acceptance to UCLA, 17-year-old Raya Liston has been quietly freaking out. She feels simultaneously lost and trapped by a future already mapped out for her. Then her beloved grandmother dies, and Raya jumps at the chance...
Author
Publisher
Leaping Hare Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Discover the traditional stories and wisdom behind your favourite yoga poses in this stunningly illustrated book of Indian mythology for yogis of all levels. A beautifully written introduction to Indian mythology, join storyteller, scholar and teacher, Dr Raj Balkaran, and explore the unforgettable tales behind 50 key yoga poses, such as: Virabhadrasana II, the original warrior pose Tadasana, mountain pose Bhujangasana, cobra pose Garudasana, eagle...
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2022.
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...
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