Nadia's Hands - by Karen English (Paperback)

Name: Nadia's Hands - by Karen English (Paperback)
Brand: Astra Young Readers
SKU: 90442939
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When Nadia is chosen to be a flower girl in Auntie Laila's traditional Pakistani wedding, her hands are decorated with beautiful designs made with mehndi, and she comes to understand the rich culture she has inherited.
5-7 Years
10.8" x 8.3" Paperback
32 Pages
Juvenile Fiction, Holidays & Celebrations

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About the Book

A Pakistani-American girl takes part in her aunt's traditional Pakistani wedding.

Book Synopsis

When Nadia is chosen to be a flower girl in Auntie Laila's traditional Pakistani wedding, her hands are decorated with beautiful designs made with mehndi, and she comes to understand the rich culture she has inherited.

Review Quotes

"How the strength of time-honored traditions and the warmth and love of a large extended family transform Nadia's feelings about her hands make an affecting . . . story." --Kirkus Reviews

"Children will enjoy the wedding story, and many will recognize how a family custom can be a source of both embarrassment and pride." --Booklist

About the Author

Karen English is the author of Just Right Stew, along with many other books for children. She lives in Los Angeles, California.

Jonathan Weiner is an artist whose work has been exhibited in galleries across the United States. A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, he lives in New York City.

Dimensions (Overall): 10.8 Inches (H) x 8.3 Inches (W) x .3 Inches (D)

Weight: .4 Pounds

Suggested Age: 5-7 Years

Number of Pages: 32

Genre: Juvenile Fiction

Sub-Genre: Holidays & Celebrations

Publisher: Astra Young Readers

Theme: Other, Non-Religious

Format: Paperback

Author: Karen English

Language: English

Street Date: December 1, 2009

TCIN: 90442939

UPC: 9781590787847

Item Number (DPCI): 247-12-3452

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.3 inches length x 8.3 inches width x 10.8 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.4 pounds

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