9th-12th Grade Books to Connect Your Child to their Roots

As a parent of a 9th grader, you want to encourage your child’s love of reading and introduce them to different authors and points of view. Indian Americans have written some great books that not only entertain but also teach and show what it’s like to be an Indian American. Here are some of the best books written by Indian Americans that parents of 9th graders should buy:

Amy Tan’s “The Joy Luck Club” – This classic book is about four Chinese American mothers and their four daughters who were born in the United States. Through how their stories connect, readers learn about how hard it is to grow up between two cultures and how complicated it is to be a Chinese American immigrant.

Celeste Ng’s “Everything I Never Told You” – In the 1970s, this book is about a Chinese American family living in Ohio. Through the Lee family, the reader can see how hard it is to grow up between two cultures and how complicated it is to be a Chinese American immigrant.

“The Namesake” by Jhumpa Lahiri – This book, which won the Pulitzer Prize, is about an Indian American boy named Gogol Ganguli who grows up in New York City. Through Gogol’s life, readers can see how hard it is to grow up between two cultures and how complicated it is to be an Indian American immigrant.

“Interpreter of Maladies” is a book by Jhumpa Lahiri. It is a collection of short stories about the lives of Indian Americans who live in the United States. The stories show how hard it is for them to find a balance between their Indian roots and their new American identities.

Khaled Hosseini’s “The Kite Runner” – This best-selling book is about an Afghan-American boy named Amir who grows up in San Francisco. Through Amir’s life, readers can see how hard it is to grow up between two cultures and how complicated it is to be an Afghan American immigrant.

“The Immigrant” is a book by Manju Kapur about an Indian woman who moves to the United States to start a new life. Through her experiences, readers can see how hard it is to grow up between two cultures and how complicated it is to be an Indian American immigrant.

These books give 9th graders a window into the lives of Indian Americans and help them understand how complicated it is to grow up between two cultures. These books also give an idea of what it’s like to be an immigrant in general, which can be a great way to start a conversation with your child and get them talking.

In conclusion, Indian American authors have written some amazing books that not only entertain but also teach and give a window into the Indian American experience. These books are great for anyone who wants to learn more about Indian American culture, not just 9th graders. It’s important for us as parents to show our kids different points of view and ways of life, and these books are a great way to do that.

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