Malaika's Costume

It's Carnival time, and Malaika's mother has moved to Canada to find work, promising to send money for a costume. When the money doesn't arrive, Malaika and her grandmother must find a creative way to make sure she can still dance in the parade. The mixed-media illustrations burst with Caribbean color and energy. This is a heartwarming choice for students because it celebrates resourcefulness and the bonds that hold families together across distance.

Publishing Details

Author : Nadia L. Hohn

Illustrator : Irene Luxbacher

Author Nationality : Canada

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture Book

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 32

Size: 10.2 x 9.1 inches

Year Published: 2016

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: Pre-K/TK

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Realistic Fiction

Theme: Culture, Family, Community