If My Hair Had A Voice
An ode to loving your hair and culture, If My Hair Had a Voice follows a young girl as she grows from being disappointed in her natural hair to developing pride and appreciation for the long history and significance of afro-textured hairstyles. She discovers cultural differences across the African continent, the origins of various Black hairstyles, and that hair is more than adornment — it tells a story of diversity, community, and identity. Backmatter provides information about each hairstyle featured in the book.
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Praise
“Natural hair is used to mark and explore a connection to community and identity in this affirming, educational picture book about Afro-textured hairstyles and their history.” —Foreword Reviews
“By placing a young girl’s journey to self-love alongside a journey through her ancestral history, the book carries compelling content forward and into the hands of readers.” —School Library Journal
