9780593569757

Indigo Hands

Name: Indigo Hands
SKU: 9780593569757J
Price: 19.72 USD
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9780593569757J

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Here is a heartwarming picture book about family, tradition... and indigo

An Indian girl accompanies her grandfather to his indigo studio, where she learns, step-by-step, how to dye cloth--and her hands --the color of the midnight sky.

Neela can't wait to go to her Dadu's indigo studio, where he'll teach her to dye white cloth a brilliant indigo blue. On the way, Dadu and Neela stop at the indigo farm, so she can see how this special dye is made. They watch as women collect indigo leaves and men stomp on them in water-filled tanks. Then, it's off to Dadu's studio where they mix last year's indigo in a big pot with lime and date juice. At last, the indigo dye is ready. Neela dips in her cloth, waits for it to dry, and--magic --it turns a shade of blue like no other. And now her hands are stained indigo, too, just like Dadu's. This touching intergenerational story, accompanied by vibrant artwork, celebrates passing down a beloved tradition and showcases the how-tos of a unique and important craft.

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AR Ready No Canadian Rights Yes Title alpha Indigo Hands Category Global Citizenship (Grades 3-5) Pages Count 48 Trim Size 10" x 9" JLG Span Winter Language English Rights type Print Publication date 2026-08-24 Minimum grade 3 Maximum grade 5 Reading level Elementary Format Print

Global Citizenship (Grades 3-5)

For Grades 3-5

A collection of fiction and nonfiction titles that invite older elementary readers to explore the world around them. This category celebrates diverse cultures, religions, and traditions while also highlighting themes of community and global responsibility. Through thoughtful stories and informational texts, readers are encouraged to develop awareness, empathy, and a broader understanding of the world.

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