Going Beyond Pumpkins & Turkeys
In the past, schools exposed children to the same concepts year after year. In October, we methodically decorated pumpkins. In November, we […]
Celebrating Diwali: Teaching Children How to Go From Darkness to Light (Literally & Figuratively)
As a second-generation Indian-American, I am often in conflict with how to teach my own son about cultural festivals. I want him […]
Exploring Indian “Roots” in America: A Glimpse of the Past, Present & Future
Indian-American stories have yet to be acknowledged in America. Many of these stories have not been told, have not been heard, or […]
College Decisions & Cultural Worldviews: Leaving the Family Nest and Learning How to Fly
When it comes to helping your children make decisions in life such as college, parents must think more about how their own […]
Beyond Asian: Looking Beyond Usual & Unusual Stereotypes
I recently visited schools in the bay to read-aloud my new book: It’s Time for Holi! From this experience, I became aware […]
Raising Bicultural Children: Being Indian, Being American
It is very challenging to raise bicultural children. Bicultural children are children who are a part of two (or more) cultures. This […]