How to Wear a Sari, written by Darshana Khiani, reviewed by Judy Hauser

Summary: This is the fun and lively story of a little girl who wants to grow up so she comes up with a great idea... wear a sari! Since saris are worn by adults the girl knows that her family will take notice. She imagines how wearing a sari will impact everyone around her but first she must find a sari. The story is engaging and so much fun! As she tries to fit into a sari she knows the mechanics but has trouble fitting into it by herself. The illustrations by Joanne Lew-Vriethoff are wonderful. Children will, not only, learn about saris but also that families of different cultures will have similar situations. The girl wears her sari and has a bit of a disaster. Her parents are annoyed but her grandparents are not and enjoy her confidence and see the fun in her eagerness to grow up. The girl's eagerness, along with her confidence, are a winning combination and will engage young children in her story. 

Straight Talk for Librarians: This book features a confident girl who wants to grow up and tries to do something about it! I like the girl as the lead, the diversity in the characters and the way the author features the children, parents and grandparents. A great look at family.