Homeless Bird Resources

Websites

Whelan on the Web

This is Whelan's website, a place to get the deets on all of her books, including Homeless Bird.

Hindu Hot Topics

Curious about Hinduism? This website has all the major facts you need in order to really start wrapping your mind around this major religion.

Cast Your Caste

Chances are pretty good you know next to nothing about the caste system in India. Here's a chance to solve that problem by doing a little reading.

Articles and Interviews

Three Lucky Fourth Graders

Three lucky fourth graders had the chance to sit down and interview Whelan. Lucky you, here are the results.

Whelan Talks Coly

The author dishes on her life as a writer with a strong focus on writing Homeless Bird.

Video

On the Big Screen

Check out this trailer for the movie version of the book. What do you think?

A Picture's Worth…

This video montage of the book is full of vibrant pictures and soothing music. If you're looking for some glimpses of India, definitely check this one out.

The Author's Take

Gloria Whelan talks about her career as a writer and storyteller. All you have to do is sit back and take it all in.

Images

In Krishna Koly Trusts

Check out her trusted deity in all his blue glory.

The Cure of the Ganges

Even today, people flock from all over India to touch the sacred water of the Ganges.

Quilted Comfort

Nothing can compare to Koly's unique designs, but this quilt is about as traditional as they come.

It's an Uphill Climb

One thing's certain: Raji's job ain't easy.