I See the Sun in India

For many of us, when we hear about India and its culture, we immediately think of yoga and the Indian greeting, "Namaste." Wouldn't it be wonderful to learn, in a more meaningful way, what living in India is really like? In I See the Sun in India (Satya House, February 2019) readers are introduced to Mila, a bright, happy young girl who shares a day in her life in Jaipur, India.



Mila's life is quite like every other young girl's life--she eats breakfast with her family, attends school (learning Hindu and English) and enjoys spending time with her friends.



Through vibrant illustrations, readers tour the city, passing by the famous Hawa Mahal, or "palace of winds" as well as getting a glimpse of the bustling bazaar. Mila's family works in the historical gem jewelry business and it is clear that Mila is very serious about her education in hopes of joining the family business someday. Through the vibrant illustrations, the reader can almost taste the orange mango chutney and roti (Indian flat bread) on the table.

Like the other books in the I See the Sun Series, I See the Sun in India was written in English and also translated into Hindi. I See the Sun in India includes an overview of the country, a glossary of unfamiliar words, and a map that highlights where India is on the globe.