Traces the history of India from its origins to the fourteenth century, describing the country's people, culture, language, government, religion, and role in world development.
The story of Siddhartha Gautama, a prince in ancient India, who spent six years in constant meditation after giving up his throne and was known as the Buddha, the "Enlightened One.".
Young Lali, whose first mother was an elephant that rescued her as an infant, dreams of being a dancer, but she sets aside her aspirations to recover her elephant, Bhuvana, who went missing shortly after being complimented by the queen.
Follows the history of Alexander the Great and his campaign to conquer the known world, including information on his traveling companions, armies of his time, ships, and food.
In this book, readers learn about some of the most important concepts surrounding Indian culture. They'll read about the caste system, the Sanskrit language, the significance of Indian dress, and more. They'll have the opportunity to reflect on essential ideas while completing engaging craft activities featured throughout the book.
A reinterpretation of the ancient Indian epic the "Mahabharat, " in which Panchaali, a child destined to change history, marries all five Pandava brothers and builds the magnificent Palace of Illusions, only to have her spiritual failings lead them all to the brink of disaster.
