Organized as an ABC rhyming book, My First Book of Hindi Words incorporates common Hindi words into charming English-language rhymes, beginning with: "A is for akash. A sky so blue where little birds fly and big planes, too," and on through "Z is for zukhaam. Achoo! I sneeze. I must have a cold. Mama, hug me please!" Full-color pictures illustrate each word and allow even very young readers to make their first foray into India's official language....

A child living in a settlement near Bombay describes his everyday life.

"This book explores the exciting culture and many festivals that are celebrated in India"--Provided by publisher.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes the Hindu festival of Holi and the things people do to celebrate it. Includes picture glossary and index."--

Explorers have traveled the world and have been helped throughout the centuries by the inhabitants of the lands they visited. People have offered outsiders lodging, carried their belongings, paddled their canoes, showed them amazing animals, and often housed, clothed, fed, rescued, and cured them. This series tells you about these people and the explorers with whom they interacted.

India is a country rich with religion, art, and culture. India: Life, Myth, and Art allows readers to explore and learn with vibrant photographs, art, and a detailed breakdown of all that India has to offer.

"Engaging images accompany information about ancient India. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

"In this photographic alphabet book, is a celebration of India in all its colorful diversity, focusing not only on the rhythms of the bustling cities, but also on the village life in this vibrant subcontinent." --