india

Presents the adventures of Mowgli, a boy reared by a pack of wolves, and the wild animals of the jungle. Also includes other short stories set in India.

Examines why Gandhi campaigned for Indian independence from Britain and looks at how his decisions impacted history and his legacy.

"Though they're divided by class, language, appearance--you name it--Chloe and Lakshmi have a lot in common. Both girls are new to Class Five at Premium Academy in New Delhi, India, and neither seems to fit in. But they soon discover how extraordinary an ordinary friendship can be and how celebrating our individuality can change the world"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the progression and improvements in technological innovations in ancient India and connects them to the present day.

"[Describes]...the day-to-day lifestyles of people of the Indus Valley Civilization, the Maurya Empire, and the Gupta Empire. Readers will learn about the roles of women, men, and children; what their homes looked like; the clothes they wore; their grooming habits; and what they liked to eat"--Amazon.com.

Explains how a once-flourishing ancient civilization in the Indus Valley declined after foreign invaders took over the weakened government; and describes how India became the country it is today.

Looks at the structure of ancient India's government and how it related the geography of the era.

Explores Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, the religions of ancient India, discussing the rituals practiced and deities worshipped.

Describes the culture of ancient civilizations of India, the Indus Valley Civilization, the Maurya Empire, and the Gupta Empire, and discusses how political and social changes of any region affect its art and culture.

A photographic introduction to the culture and crafts of India.