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My Saree
A sweet and joyful story of self-discovery and identity from the same celebrated creative team who brought us My Bindi, and the co-author of the bestselling middle grade story Save Me a Seat.
I look in the mirror, I see me in my saree. And my heart is full... In my beautiful peacock blue saree. I bring my palms together and smile. "Namaste, I am Divya, and this is my saree."
Divya loves her mother's sarees. Each one is unique; some are soft and silky, some are stiff and crisp, and some dazzle with gold and silver. And she can't wait for the day when she's old enough to wear one herself! It's Heritage Night at school and everyone gets to share something from their culture with the class. Divya hopes this is her chance to finally wear her first saree. Will Divya get to wear one after all?
In this tender follow-up to My Bindi, author Gita Varadarajan's lyrical and moving text is accompanied with Archana Sreenivasan's charming and vibrant illustrations and bring to life another beautiful story as a young girl discovers a new way to embrace her Indian culture.
I look in the mirror, I see me in my saree. And my heart is full... In my beautiful peacock blue saree. I bring my palms together and smile. "Namaste, I am Divya, and this is my saree."
Divya loves her mother's sarees. Each one is unique; some are soft and silky, some are stiff and crisp, and some dazzle with gold and silver. And she can't wait for the day when she's old enough to wear one herself! It's Heritage Night at school and everyone gets to share something from their culture with the class. Divya hopes this is her chance to finally wear her first saree. Will Divya get to wear one after all?
In this tender follow-up to My Bindi, author Gita Varadarajan's lyrical and moving text is accompanied with Archana Sreenivasan's charming and vibrant illustrations and bring to life another beautiful story as a young girl discovers a new way to embrace her Indian culture.
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Published August 6, 2024
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October 31, 2024
My Saree is a beautifully illustrated picture book that celebrates Indian culture and the importance of the saree. Divya is a young Indian girl who loves seeing her mother dress up in various sarees. When Divya's school holds a Heritage Night she knows exactly what she wants to wear. She has always loved her mother's peacock blue saree and is disappointed when her mother tells her she is too young to wear it. As her classmates get excited about Heritage Night Divya seems to withdraw and not want to partake in the event. Divya's mother surprises her with her very own saree which she proudly wears to Heritage Night.
What I Liked: Although we shouldn't judge a book by its cover, I was immediately drawn to this cover. My interest was piqued by the vibrantly colored illustrations. While I didn't know much about the saree, I enjoyed how the author weaved a story around the significance of the saree in Indian culture. It was especially useful to read the author's note at the end of the book explaining her experience wearing her first saree. Throughout the book, you can see Divya's pride in her culture. I love to see Indian culture being represented more in picture books.
My Saree is a beautifully illustrated book that young readers will enjoy because of the vibrant pictures and heartwarming story.
This review first appeared on YA Book Central and can be found here :
What I Liked: Although we shouldn't judge a book by its cover, I was immediately drawn to this cover. My interest was piqued by the vibrantly colored illustrations. While I didn't know much about the saree, I enjoyed how the author weaved a story around the significance of the saree in Indian culture. It was especially useful to read the author's note at the end of the book explaining her experience wearing her first saree. Throughout the book, you can see Divya's pride in her culture. I love to see Indian culture being represented more in picture books.
My Saree is a beautifully illustrated book that young readers will enjoy because of the vibrant pictures and heartwarming story.
This review first appeared on YA Book Central and can be found here :
October 31, 2024
Divya loves watching her mother put on her sarees and longs to wear one too. When their class holds a Cultures Night, she asks to wear a special one but her mom says no. She offers other options but Divya is disappointed and it shows. When it is time to get ready, her mom surprises her as she has remade the beautiful blue saree to fit Divya. I appreciate the cultural sharing and the pride this character feels.
April 29, 2024
So, so wonderful and beautiful! I wish I could have had this to read to my students when I was a librarian! A magnificent celebration of Indian culture.
July 5, 2024
Finally, a book about culture in clothing.
September 11, 2024
I'll admit, this made me tear up a little bit.
September 20, 2024
Colorful with illustrations filled with dynamic movement, this story of cultural identity is lovely.
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