![]() ![]() Despite some awkward and overly wordy dialog, the author conveys some of the background of colorism in South Asian communities and the different ways it manifests itself even now. This well-meaning story addresses an issue not commonly brought up, that of colorism. ![]() ![]() The two girls make a promise to make each other feel like sunflowers every day, and the final pages reveal that that was truly the start of a beautiful – and prosperous – friendship. Luckily for Amrita, her mother does not subscribe to these outdated notions and assures her that “the skin we are in is EXACTLY as it is meant to be.” Resplendent and confident in a golden yellow dress, Amrita feels like a sunflower at her sister’s wedding, and is delighted to sneak a peek at Kiki’s colorful family celebration as well. Aunty offers Amrita’s sister a lightening face cream and suggests that Amrita should not wear a yellow dress as it makes her skin look darker. As guests begin to arrive, Amrita is surprised and confused at her Aunty’s subtle and not-so-subtle comments about skin tones. They are both excitedly preparing for their older siblings’ weddings, happening on the same day. What did you like about the book? Amrita and Kiki are neighbors and best friends. Rating: 1-5 (5 is an excellent or a Starred review) 4įormat: Advanced Reader’s Copy picture book Sunflower Sisters by Monika Singh Gangotra, illustrated by Michaela Dias-Hayes. ![]()
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