1. Type of Publication:    Book

Title of Publication:  Children of the Balwadi: Changing the Face of Education
Year Published:   2005

Author(s):  Asha Saraswat

Price:  Rs.390

Number of Pages: 365 with MANY black and white photos

Publisher & City:  Mumbai, ICES Publishing

Where available:   Major bookstores, but you may need to order it, or buy via our website.

Website which has details:  www.theculturaleducationtrust.com or www.icespublications.com

Topic / Issue Covered:  The critical importance of early childhood education for all of Mumbai's citizens, with particular focus on the underprivileged.

"The children in the book represent the future of Mumbai.  They represent the future of India.  They will be an influence, positive--or not.  They can become men and women of character--or not.  They can become model citizens and leaders--or not.  They can have the chance to achieve their physical, psychological and academic potential and live hopeful, fulfilled lives--or not.  The choice lies in equal opportunity in education.  The choice lies in our commitment to all of our city's children."

Why you would recommend it:  Education is important.  Because therein lies the future of Mumbai and its millions of under privileged children.  We should be intimidated by the thought, "If they are not educated, then what?  What will Mumbai's future be if we choose to not educate the youngest and poorest of its citizens?  What will life be like inside Mumbai ten years from now?"

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2. Type of Publication:  Interactive, educational card game

Title of Publication:   Game for 8-adult

Year Published:        2006

Author(s):                 ICES Publishing

Price:                         Rs.350

Number of Pages:      100 cards

Publisher & City:       Mumbai, ICES Publishing

Where available:       Oxford, Landmark, Granth, The Bookstore, Strand Books and other book sellers.  Also available on our website.

Website which has details:  www.theculturaleducationtrust.com or www.icespublications.com

Topic / Issue Covered:  “Keeping Culture” in Mumbai.  In an effort to bring people who are separated by stereotypes and prejudice together—to help families appreciate and “keep” their cultural identity in the midst of the urban press—to keep Western influences in proper perspective—to help families and friends enjoy each other as they talk about and celebrate their family traditions and cultural identities—to treasure something other than the pursuit of money.  For all this, the concept of Culture Cards™ became a project of the International Center for Ethnographic Studies in collaboration with The Cultural Education Trust.  From the back of the box:

“It’s worth it.  As you play with friends, 100 cards challenge what you value in Mumbai’s diversity of cultures—and in your own culture.  Culture Cards™ ask questions about people, places, geography, the arts and history in Mumbai.  “Wild” cards stretch your thinking and your preconceptions.  This interactive game will get you talking with your friends about what’s important.  Really important.  And that’s worth it.”

Why you would recommend it:  Culture is important, and it is ever-changing.  Culture Cards is a fun way for people to talk to each other about important things, to have fun remembering family traditions and to learn something new about your friends.  It's beyond tuitions, beyond TV, films and video games.  Keeping culture needs to be intentional or it won't happen. 

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Email: publisher@icespublications.com

Contact Person: M.L. Erickson, International Centre for Ethnographic Studies
ICES Publishing.

Office:26679-1095
Mobile: 98217-63013