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Henna Is . . .

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Henna Is ... features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun!
An audiobook that serves young listeners as a lyrical love letter to henna, written by
Muslim Book Reviewer Award winner Marzieh Abbas.

Henna is so much more than a form of temporary body art.
Henna is nature—seeds sprouted into shrubs, leaves kissed by tropical rain.
Henna is color—the orange of juicy mangoes, sun-kissed brown, or black as the feathers of crows.
Henna is fragrance—earthy and nutty, lemony and clove-y.
The intricate patterns of flowers, feathers, vines, and other symbols painted and stained onto skin has been a tradition in cultures all around the world for thousands of years. Beautiful and eye-catching, henna also carries the scents, textures, and colors of family and identity.
A Macmillan Audio production from Feiwel & Friends.

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    • AudioFile Magazine
      Narrator Lipica Shah embodies Abbas's poetic text about henna and its uses by many people in Southern Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. The refrain "Henna is" invites listeners to join in and creates an open mood in which to explore its different aspects. From its cultivation and mix of ingredients to its color, texture, scent, and many uses, henna is a way to define one's identity. Shah's lively, reassuring voice invites trust and exudes a tone of maturity. Liberal use of effective sound effects alternates with sitar music that fades in and out. Listeners who aren't familiar with henna will want to seek out the picture-book version of this production. Together, the images and narration celebrate a form of art that dates back thousands of years. S.D.B. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine

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