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This Hair Belongs

by Janay Brown-Wood

Black hair, history, and cultural heritage

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Hardcover New English

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AlbakiReads Editorial

Black hair, history, and cultural heritage

JaNay Brown-Wood’s verse traces connections between Black hairstyles and African and African American history, including the description’s reference to cornrows as maps to freedom. The picture book pairs this historical perspective with an affirmation of natural Black hair, while back matter adds further material. Its subject brings together personal identity and cultural history in a format intended for young readers.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 exploring Black history and cultural heritage
  • Families and educators seeking picture books that affirm natural Black hair

Themes

Black hair and identityAfrican and African American historyCultural heritageSelf-affirmation

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Book overview

A Kids' Indie Next Pick

With lyrical verse and dazzling illustrations, this joyful ode to Black hair will empower readers ages 4-8 to celebrate the historical, cultural, and emotional significance of their natural hair.


From the intricate coils of kings and queens to the cornrowed maps to freedom of African Americans, This Hair Belongs is a heartfelt poetic tribute to Black hair throughout history. Told through powerful verse, stunning illustrations, and fascinating back matter, this Black history picture book pays tribute to the African origins of Black hairstyles and will remind young Black readers that their hair is magical and beautiful and belongs.

JaNay Brown-Wood and Erin K. Robinson deftly weave African and American history into this powerful children's picture book about Black hair, making it an essential nonfiction title honoring Black cultural heritage.
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