I Love My Hair!
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1998 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

I Love My Hair!

By Natasha Anastasia Tarpley, E. B. Lewis (Illustrator), E.B. Lewis (Illustrator)

A girl discovers the magic of her unique hair, embracing heritage and self-confidence.

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32 pages· 523 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Keyana embarks on a journey of self-discovery, finding magic in her unique hair. As she learns to embrace her heritage, she inspires other African-American children to celebrate their own beauty and identity. Will Keyana's newfound confidence help her face the world with pride? This enchanting tale, filled with vibrant illustrations, invites readers to explore the power of self-love and cultural pride.

From the publisher

A modern classic, this whimsical story has been celebrating the beauty of African-American hair for 20 years!

In this imaginative, evocative story, a girl named Keyana discovers the beauty and magic of her special hair, encouraging black children to be proud of their heritage and enhancing self-confidence.

I Love My Hair! has been a staple in African-American picture books for 20 years, and now has a fresh, updated cover that shines on the shelves!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
523
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD840L
Themes & topics
Books about hairBooks about self-esteemBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about social themesBooks about identity
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~5.4
F&P level
~T
Publication
Published
September 1, 2001
First published
February 1, 1998
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316523752

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