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Malaika's Costume - Cover
Malaika's Costume
Nadia L. Hohn, Groundwood Books 2016
 
It's carnival time - and Malaika's mother, working in far away Canada, hasn't sent money to Malaika and her grandmother for a dance costume. It takes imagination and hard work - but Malaika is determined to be dressed as a peacock when she dances in Carnival.

Ages: Young School Age (5-8)
Languages: English
Book Types: Story Book
Identity Groups: Single Parent, Elders, Immigrant, Working Class, Carribean
Special Topics: Celebrations and Holidays, Separation, Music/Dance/Artistry - STEAM
Strands: Knowledge of Self & Connection to Others, Joy in Diversity, Imagination & Playfulness, Global Awareness