Picture books that introduce children to Parsis, Anglo-Indians

New Delhi, March 17 : Here are two gorgeously illustrated picture books on the culture and lives of lesser-known communities in India, starting with the first two books in the Have You Met series (Penguin Random House India), for younger kids to know the culture and customs, the heritage and food habits, and the festivals of these communities.
“Have You Met the Parsis?” and “Have You Met The Anglo Indians?” by Anastasia Damani, complementing the text and lush, full-colour illustrations with activity sections, such as arts and crafts and recipes, makes for good parent-child activity.
“What a beautiful window into the world of lesser-known communities in India,” says author Ruskin Bond, himself a prolific writer for children.
* “Have You Met the Parsis?” Did you know that several Parsi families, originally from Iran, sailed to India on large wooden boats? They landed in a town called Sanjan in Gujarat and blended in peacefully with the people.
The Theatrewalas are one such family. Say “su karech” to Uncle Cyrus and Aunty Jeroo; their three kids, big brother Darius and twin sisters Farah and Freya; and the sixth member of the family, Twiggy Theatrewala, the dachshund.