Dressing Up with Archchi: A diverse picture book about playtime with Grandma - Paperback

by Privanka Fonseka (Illustrator), Nadishka Aloysius (Author)

Nominated for the State Literary Awards 2022

Enjoy a colourful afternoon of fun and frolic with a spirited youngster as she slays monsters and demonstrates that girls can be whatever they want to be - they only need an active imagination and the love and support of a wonderful grandmother!

This charming picture book is about a little Sri Lankan girl who loves playing dress up with her Archchi (grandma in Sinhalese). She selects a colourful sari, decorates her hair, and puts on her (non-toxic) makeup with care. But she is no ordinary Asian Princess.

My brother has come to collect me.
Monsters and maidens we play.
This Princess fights her own battles.
She's not afraid. No way!

Illustrated in vibrant colours this paperback also includes three ACTIVITY pages and a DIY JIGSAW PUZZLE!
So, come spend and enjoyable evening Dressing Up With Archchi!