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Help!

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indianwoman · 04/03/2024 21:47

It's world book day coming up. I can't afford to buy a costume but I do have an Indian shalwar kameez, you know Indian trousers, tunic and scarf. I need to find a book character to say who it is I'm dressing up as!! Can anyone help please?!!

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NewName24 · 04/03/2024 23:49

https://diversebookfinder.org/book/how-to-wear-a-sari/

any good ?
But if not you could look through the diverse book finder page

How to Wear a Sari - Diverse BookFinder

"Sparkling with voice and charm, this picture book about a fashionable kid out to prove she’s not as small as everyone thinks is perfect for kids eager to grow up, and for those who love to play dress-up. Being a little kid isn’t always fun and games....

https://diversebookfinder.org/book/how-to-wear-a-sari

Garlicking · 05/03/2024 00:20

Do any of these appeal?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Best-Sellers-Hindu-Fiction-for-Young-Adults/zgbs/books/15512393031

Alternatively, since you've only got a couple of days, you can just pick a favourite story from Hindu mythology 😀 Many have been dramatised or animated (Google for titles) if that helps.
And here's a children's book of them!
https://www.amazon.co.uk/365-Tales-of-Indian-Mythology/dp/B07F1KBT9S

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indianwoman · 06/03/2024 18:04

Thank you

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CandidFruit · 06/03/2024 18:07

Princess Jasmine from Aladdin?

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