My Hair Is My Friend
After Cali realizes that her natural hair doesn't listen to a thing she says, she decides to take her older sister's approach to treat her hair like a friend with kindness, love, and care.

This uplifting story shines an unfiltered light on the frustration that many children with ethnic hair have and provides a positive, whimsical spin on embracing and celebrating hair. The sibling relationship between Cali and her older sister Blair demonstrates the passing down of hair care knowledge for generations.

Both Myrce'tez Gowan-Perkins and Danielle Arrington pulled from their own experiences with hair acceptance while creating this book in hopes that children will befriend their hair and embrace positive self-talk earlier in life.

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My Hair Is My Friend
After Cali realizes that her natural hair doesn't listen to a thing she says, she decides to take her older sister's approach to treat her hair like a friend with kindness, love, and care.

This uplifting story shines an unfiltered light on the frustration that many children with ethnic hair have and provides a positive, whimsical spin on embracing and celebrating hair. The sibling relationship between Cali and her older sister Blair demonstrates the passing down of hair care knowledge for generations.

Both Myrce'tez Gowan-Perkins and Danielle Arrington pulled from their own experiences with hair acceptance while creating this book in hopes that children will befriend their hair and embrace positive self-talk earlier in life.

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My Hair Is My Friend

My Hair Is My Friend

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My Hair Is My Friend

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Overview

After Cali realizes that her natural hair doesn't listen to a thing she says, she decides to take her older sister's approach to treat her hair like a friend with kindness, love, and care.

This uplifting story shines an unfiltered light on the frustration that many children with ethnic hair have and provides a positive, whimsical spin on embracing and celebrating hair. The sibling relationship between Cali and her older sister Blair demonstrates the passing down of hair care knowledge for generations.

Both Myrce'tez Gowan-Perkins and Danielle Arrington pulled from their own experiences with hair acceptance while creating this book in hopes that children will befriend their hair and embrace positive self-talk earlier in life.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781958372593
Publisher: Soaring Kite Books
Publication date: 10/01/2024
Pages: 32
Product dimensions: 10.25(w) x 10.25(h) x (d)
Age Range: 8 - 9 Years

About the Author

Myrce'tez Gowan-Perkins was born and raised in Waco, Texas. She finds joy in expression through creative writing, including themes of love, family, and healing while showcasing her African heritage.

Danielle Arrington is an illustrator and designer who enjoys creating diverse characters, something she didn't see enough of growing up. Her art features soft colors, textures, and positive vibes.
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