Bhangra Boogie

Hardcover

Synopsis

From award-winning author Hena Khan, this is a picture book about a young girl who overcomes her shyness to join the festivities at a traditional South Asian pre-wedding henna party.

Talia wants to be as graceful as the bhangra dancers at the mehndi: Bend! Twirl! Snap! But Talia’s feet drag and her arms freeze when she tries to dance in front of others. Instead, she sits in her chair. Still, maybe with some help from her dadi (grandmother), Talia might find the courage to take to the floor. But then, can she convince Dadi to join her?

Acclaimed author Hena Khan has crafted a sweetly authentic story about overcoming anxieties. Her text is beautifully brought to life by Sandhya Prabhat’s vibrant illustrations.

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Author

Hena Khan has been publishing books for children, including many that center Pakistani American and Muslim characters, for over two decades. Hena’s bestselling novels include Amina’s Voice, winner of the APALA award, and More to the Story. She is also the author of the Zayd Saleem Chasing the Dream, Zara’s Rules, and Super You! series. Hena’s acclaimed picture books include Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns, Under My Hijab, and It’s Ramadan, Curious George. She has served on the board of We Need Diverse Books and is a member of the Children’s Book Guild of Washington, DC. Hena lives in her hometown of Rockville, Maryland.

Illustrator

Sandhya Prabhat is an independent animator and illustrator from Chennai, working out of California. She has illustrated children’s books, animated television shows and movies, and designed for social media platforms. She is the illustrator of The Spice Box, My Name, and A Garden in My Hands, as well as many other picture books.

Praise

"This intergenerational tale is at once humorous, heartwarming, and inspiring. The intertwined themes of creative expression, risk taking, and drawing strength from our loved ones will resonate with adult and child readers alike." -Kirkus Reviews

Product Details

ISBN: 9780063265028