My Powerful Hair

Written by Carole Lindstrom · Illustrated by Steph Littlebird

A girl grows her hair long, reclaiming her heritage and honoring her ancestors.

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48 pages· 398 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~530L

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Bookroo's summary

A young girl embarks on a journey to grow her hair long, defying family history and societal norms. As she nurtures her locks, she strengthens her connection to her culture and the Earth, honoring the resilience of her ancestors. Her hair becomes a symbol of identity and empowerment, weaving together the stories of her mother and grandmother, who faced restrictions and loss. Will her journey inspire others to embrace their roots and reclaim their heritage? Discover a touching tale of self-expression and cultural pride, celebrating the power and memories held within each strand of hair.

From the publisher

From the award-winning and bestselling author of We Are Water Protectors comes an empowering picture book about family history, self-expression, and reclaiming your identity Our ancestors say our hair is our memories, our source of strength and power, a celebration of our lives. Mom never had long hair–she was told it was too wild. Grandma couldn’t have long hair–hers was taken from her. But one young girl can’t wait to grow her hair long: for herself, for her family, for her connection to her culture and the Earth, and to honor the strength and resilience of those who came before her. From Carole Lindstrom, author of the New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Medal winner We Are Water Protectors, and debut illustrator Steph Littlebird comes an empowering and healing celebration of hair and its significance across Indigenous cultures.

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