Varadarajan, Gita,

My bindi / written by Gita Varadarajan ; Illustrated by Archana Sreenivasan. - First edition. - New York : Orchard Books , c2022. - 1 volume (unpaged) : chiefly color illustrations ; 29 cm

Divya is scared to put on the bindi for the first time. What if she gets made fun of? What will it feel like? But Amma assures her that her bindi will bring protection. After Divya looks inside Amma's special box to find the perfect bindi to put on, she gazes in the mirror and discovers a new side of herself, and it gives her strength. In this tender debut picture book, author Gita Varadarajan crafts a powerful story about belonging, embracing your heritage, and believing in yourself. Archana Sreenivasan's vibrant and magical illustrations bring to life this journey of self-discovery. My Bindi is a universal message of the importance finding oneself and celebrating the unique beliefs and experiences that make us who we are.--Amazon.com.

ISBN: 9781338598810 1338598813

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Tilaks
Hindu children
Culture
Self-confidence
Picture books for children.
Diversity

Dewey Class. No.: 813.6