Books
Picture Books:
Homai Vyarawala: India's First Lady of the Lens
India’s first female photojournalist, who often went by pseudonym, Dalda 13. Her career spanned the ten years that led up to independence, and the twenty years after that as India rebuilt itself. Start of world war two she worked on assignments. She joined the British Information Services and met with political leaders, royalty and took a lot of important photos: Mountbatten’s last salute, 14th Dalai Lama.
A Marvel of Nature: India’s Living Root Bridges
Journey to the land of the Khasi people, where ancient traditions and natural ingenuity converge to create extraordinary living bridges. These unique structures, woven from the roots of rubber trees, symbolize resilience and environmental stewardship. Through the eyes of Kparad and his community, discover the profound connection between humans and nature, and the urgent need to protect this delicate balance from modern encroachments.
Savitribai Phule: The Mind Gardener
Savitri Phule, a daughter and wife of farmers, was destined to be gardeners of fields. Instead she became a gardener of minds. Savitribai Phule is one of the most unsung heroes of bridging the gap between caste, gender and education in Indian history. Savitribai has been given no mention in the history of modern India, apart from her marriage to Jyotirao Phule (Tatya).
She was a trailblazer of women’s liberation and a pioneer of educating people from all castes and girls. She was India’s first woman teacher and there have been consistent demands to observe her birthday as Teacher’s Day. Without her, Indian women would not have had the benefits of education.
A Lion's Pride:
At the backdrop of A LION’S PRIDE is the build up to a big Indian wedding and at the foreground, a growingly strained relationship between father and son. A series of upsetting moments eventually leads Karanpreet to say some unforgivable words to Papa. Will he be able to leave his pride behind and apologize in time for the wedding?
Pigs Don't Yoga:
Home In A Cup:
Diya's mornings always start with scooping Dadaji’s chai mix into the teapot, but today the family receives the news of her grandfather's passing. They travel back to India to mourn his death; Diya searches for her grandfather all over the house. As HOME IN A CUP progresses, you see the trajectory of the young girl's emotions as she comes to terms with reality. Chai is instrumental in the progression of the plot- as a part of the family’s daily routine, during their travel back to India, the first time Diya realises her grandfather is no more and as a key factor in helping her cope.
Dida:
Dida introduces a woman from Maharashtra and her charge, Naina. This picture book raises awareness of the sacrifices migrant domestic workers make when they leave their homes to work for another family.
Chapter Book Series:
Mubeen’s Globe:
Mubeen feels safe with his maps and numbers, but when his father falls ill, he must enter the scary world of strangers and helm the family store to raise money for the treatment. Please click this link for proposals for Books 2-4.
Middle-Grade:
Level Playing Field:
When Ajit grows up he plans to play cricket for India. There’s just one problem: the only person who can prepare him is the man who terrorizes his slum and seeking his help could cost Ajit his life.
Homai Vyarawala: India's First Lady of the Lens
India’s first female photojournalist, who often went by pseudonym, Dalda 13. Her career spanned the ten years that led up to independence, and the twenty years after that as India rebuilt itself. Start of world war two she worked on assignments. She joined the British Information Services and met with political leaders, royalty and took a lot of important photos: Mountbatten’s last salute, 14th Dalai Lama.
A Marvel of Nature: India’s Living Root Bridges
Journey to the land of the Khasi people, where ancient traditions and natural ingenuity converge to create extraordinary living bridges. These unique structures, woven from the roots of rubber trees, symbolize resilience and environmental stewardship. Through the eyes of Kparad and his community, discover the profound connection between humans and nature, and the urgent need to protect this delicate balance from modern encroachments.
Savitribai Phule: The Mind Gardener
Savitri Phule, a daughter and wife of farmers, was destined to be gardeners of fields. Instead she became a gardener of minds. Savitribai Phule is one of the most unsung heroes of bridging the gap between caste, gender and education in Indian history. Savitribai has been given no mention in the history of modern India, apart from her marriage to Jyotirao Phule (Tatya).
She was a trailblazer of women’s liberation and a pioneer of educating people from all castes and girls. She was India’s first woman teacher and there have been consistent demands to observe her birthday as Teacher’s Day. Without her, Indian women would not have had the benefits of education.
A Lion's Pride:
At the backdrop of A LION’S PRIDE is the build up to a big Indian wedding and at the foreground, a growingly strained relationship between father and son. A series of upsetting moments eventually leads Karanpreet to say some unforgivable words to Papa. Will he be able to leave his pride behind and apologize in time for the wedding?
Pigs Don't Yoga:
Home In A Cup:
Diya's mornings always start with scooping Dadaji’s chai mix into the teapot, but today the family receives the news of her grandfather's passing. They travel back to India to mourn his death; Diya searches for her grandfather all over the house. As HOME IN A CUP progresses, you see the trajectory of the young girl's emotions as she comes to terms with reality. Chai is instrumental in the progression of the plot- as a part of the family’s daily routine, during their travel back to India, the first time Diya realises her grandfather is no more and as a key factor in helping her cope.
Dida:
Dida introduces a woman from Maharashtra and her charge, Naina. This picture book raises awareness of the sacrifices migrant domestic workers make when they leave their homes to work for another family.
Chapter Book Series:
Mubeen’s Globe:
Mubeen feels safe with his maps and numbers, but when his father falls ill, he must enter the scary world of strangers and helm the family store to raise money for the treatment. Please click this link for proposals for Books 2-4.
Middle-Grade:
Level Playing Field:
When Ajit grows up he plans to play cricket for India. There’s just one problem: the only person who can prepare him is the man who terrorizes his slum and seeking his help could cost Ajit his life.
