Books About East Indian Americans · 42 titles considered

The Best East Indian Americans Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about east indian americans? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Red, White, and Whole
The Best at It
Game of Stars
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About East Indian Americans

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Red, White, and Whole

An Indian American girl faces her mother's illness, torn between cultural worlds and expectations.

224 pages· 21,311 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 8,221 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

American as Paneer Pie

By Supriya Kelkar

A girl must choose between silence and speaking out against prejudice in her town.

320 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,860 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Daughter of the Deep

A secret sea trial turns deadly as rival schools clash, testing Ana's leadership and uncovering hidden truths.

336 pages· 74,898 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 34,027 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Binny's Diwali

By Thrity Umrigar, Nidhi Chanani (Illustrator)

A girl shares her favorite holiday, Diwali, with her class, but words escape her.

34 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 477 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Tomatoes for Neela

A young girl bridges distance with her grandmother through cooking and family recipes.

40 pages· 1,033 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,004 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019

Midsummer's Mayhem

Can Mimi's magical baking fix the chaos it caused?

352 pages· 62,823 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,937 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

The Best at It

A boy seeks his unique talent to escape bullies and find self-acceptance.

336 pages· 56,624 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,716 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

A Batch Made in Heaven

By Suzanne Nelson · Book #9 in the Wish series

A secretive bakery, a forbidden kitchen, and a competition that could change everything.

272 pages· 43,148 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 383 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Game of Stars

A girl must save a crumbling dimension from chaos and deception.

374 pages· 39,088 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,040 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

A Garden in My Hands

By Meera Sriram, Sandhya Prabhat (Illustrator)

A girl awaits the henna's reveal, each design a cherished family story.

40 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 335 ratings
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East Indian Americans Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about east indian americans for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Bracelets for Bina's Brothers

Ages 4–7 · 2021

Bina's bracelet-making reveals surprising patterns and family secrets.

Usha and the Big Digger
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Usha and the Big Digger

Ages 3–6 · 2021

Three kids see different constellations. Who's right?

Bindu's Bindis

Ages 3–7 · 2021

A girl's bindis help her find courage for the school talent show.

How to Wear a Sari
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How to Wear a Sari

Ages 4–7 · 2020

A girl tries to prove she's not too small by mastering a sari, with unexpected results.

Hot, Hot Roti for Dada-ji

Ages 5–8 · 2011

Can Aneel uncover the secret to his grandfather's legendary strength with a batch of hot roti?

Between My Hands
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Between My Hands

Ages 4–7 · 2024

A young girl discovers her small hands can offer the greatest gift: love.

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Starry Henna Night

Ages 5–7 · 2023

Can Priya plan the perfect henna party to save pangolins, or will it flop?

Awesome Orange Birthday

Ages 5–7 · 2023

Can Priya pull off a perfect party to save endangered quokkas in time?

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East Indian Americans Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about east indian americans for developing and independent readers.

Count Me In

Ages 10–12 · 2019

Two kids unite against hate after a shocking attack challenges their community.

Karma Khullar's Mustache

Ages 8–12 · 2017

Middle school looms as Karma faces friendship shifts and an unexpected mustache.

Ahmed Aziz's Epic Year

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Ahmed faces bullies, family secrets, and unexpected friendships in a new town.

Sejal Sinha Battles Superstorms
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Sejal Sinha Battles Superstorms

Ages 6–9 · 2023

A hurricane threatens Diwali. Can two girls stop the storm?

Same Sun Here

Ages 10–16 · 2012

Two pen pals bridge cultural divides, finding strength in shared struggles and unexpected friendship.

Step Up to the Plate, Maria Singh
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Step Up to the Plate, Maria Singh

Ages 9–12 · 2017

A girl dreams of softball amid war and family struggles.

That Thing about Bollywood
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That Thing about Bollywood

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A girl's emotions trigger Bollywood song-and-dance routines, altering her reality. Can she regain control?

From Twinkle, with Love

Ages 12–17 · 2018

A teen filmmaker's dream project leads to unexpected love and a tangled heart.

The Orphan Keeper

Ages 10–14 · 2022

Kidnapped and adopted, a boy's quest to find his true family spans continents and decades.

Nina Soni, Snow Spy

Ages 7–9 · 2022

A snow-filled weekend turns into a mystery as kids spy on a suspicious visitor.

Nina Soni, Perfect Hostess

Ages 7–9 · 2023

Nina's perfect hostess plans unravel with her cousin's arrival.

Boomi's Boombox
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Boomi's Boombox

Ages 9–12 · 2023

A girl travels back in time to meet her dad as a child, altering her life forever.

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