The Boy & the Bindi

Name: The Boy & the Bindi
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781551526683
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By Vivek Shraya

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Summary

The Boy & the Bindi by Vivek Shraya is a heartwarming children's book about a young boy who becomes fascinated by his mother's bindi. As he learns more about this cultural symbol, he discovers its significance and begins to appreciate the beauty of self-expression and identity. The story highlights themes of acceptance and understanding within the framework of a loving family.
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Format: Hardback

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This delightful children's book offers a heartwarming tale celebrating individuality and cultural appreciation. You may enjoy it if you are interested in stories that highlight acceptance, understanding, and the beautiful bonds within a family, making it perfect for young readers exploring diverse identities.

The Boy & the Bindi

Ages 3 to 6 Beautifully illustrated by Rajni Perera, The Boy & the Bindi is a joyful celebration of gender andcultural difference.

Description

In this beautiful children's picture book by Vivek Shraya, author of the acclaimed God Loves Hair, a five-year-old South Asian boy becomes fascinated with his mother's bindi, the red dot commonly worn by Hindu women to indicate the point at which creation begins, and wishes to have one of his own. Rather than chastise her son, she agrees to it, and teaches him about its cultural significance, allowing the boy to discover the magic of the bindi, which in turn gives him permission to be more fully himself.

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The Boy & the Bindi is praised for its vibrant illustrations and accessible rhyming text, offering an engaging introduction to Hindu culture. Reviewers emphasise the book's gentle exploration of cultural norms and values, alongside its subtle challenge to gender stereotypes. The detailed and colourful artwork complements the heartfelt narrative, making it a recommended addition to multicultural collections.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781551526683

Publisher: Arsenal Pulp Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 April 2017

Country: Canada

Imprint: Arsenal Pulp Press

Illustration: 32 Illustrations

Contributors:

Illustrated by Rajni Perera

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 286.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Vivek Shraya

About the Author

Vivek Shraya: Vivek Shraya is a writer, musician, performer, and filmmaker. His previous books include the novel She of the Mountains and the YA book God Loves Hair, and he has been shortlisted for Lambda Literary Awards three times. He has read and performed at shows, festivals and post-secondary institutions internationally.
Rajni Perera: Rajni Perera is a Sri Lankan-born artist whose internationally showcased work floats between Western and immigrant culture.