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Always Anjali by Sheetal Sheth follows the story of young Anjali, who feels upset when she cannot find her name on a personalised keychain while shopping with friends. This leads her on a journey of self-discovery and cultural pride, highlighting the importance of embracing one's uniqueness and heritage. Through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations, the book celebrates diversity and self-acceptance in a relatable and empowering way for children.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book that encourages embracing one's unique identity and heritage. It follows a young girl navigating the challenges of having a unique name, fostering a sense of self-pride and cultural understanding. Perfect for kids who appreciate stories about self-discovery and the importance of staying true to oneself.

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Always Anjali

"Anjali and her friends are excited to get matching personalized license plates for their bikes. But Anjali can't find her name. To make matters worse, she gets bullied for her 'different' name, and is so upset she demands to change it"--Back cover

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Meet Anjali! She's the spunky star of this picture book with a timeless message about appreciating what makes us special and honouring our different identities.

Anjali and her friends are excited to buy matching personalised license plates for their bikes— but Anjali can't find a plate with her name. She is often teased about her "different" name, and this is the last straw. Anjali is so upset that she demands her parents let her pick a new name! When they refuse, Anjali decides to take a closer look at who she is— beyond her name— and why being different means being marvellous.

Actress and activist Sheetal Sheth has penned a deeply personal picture book about the experience of feeling othered and the journey toward embracing yourself.

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Always Anjali is praised for its empowering and relevant message, with the protagonist described as vibrant and engaging. The story is noted to resonate well with readers, offering affirmation and addressing identity positively.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593648834

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 April 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Books for Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Sheetal Sheth is an acclaimed actress, producer, author, and activist. She has starred in over twenty feature films and many TV shows and is a favorite in the independent film world, having won five best actress awards on the film festival circuit. Sheth supports marginalized communities not only through her own work as an actor, but also by appearing at workshops and panels and speaking directly to issues facing those communities. She is known as an outspoken advocate and has delivered talks and keynotes at festivals and charity galas. She has had op-eds published on CNN, the Daily Beast, and Thrive Global. She served in President Bill Clinton's AmeriCorps and is currently on the advisory board of Equality Now and an ambassador for the Representation Project, founded by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the First Partner of California. Jessica Blank's work features strong connections to family and nature. She crafts images that move between traditional drawing practices and digital painting. She graduated from Maryland Institute College of Art with a BFA in illustration and received her MFA in graphic design from Vermont College of Fine Arts. She lives in the East Texas Piney Woods with her family.

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