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Hair Love
CCBC Review:
African American Zuri has hair with “a mind of its own. It kinks, coils, and curls every which way.” It’s a special day calling for perfect hair, and Daddy tries hard to create Zuri’s usual styles, but his results aren’t up to her standards. After frustration and some tears, the duo eventually consult an online video tutorial. With the proper tools and close attention to directions, Zuri emerges with flawless puff buns. She’s just in time for the day’s special moment: welcoming Mommy home. Mommy (clearly her daughter’s regular stylist) is impressed with both her daughter’s hair and her husband’s loving persistence. The digital art style illustrations reflect the animated short film on which the book is based. ©2020 Cooperative Children’s Book Center
Illustrated by Vashti Harrison
CCBC Age Recommendation: Ages 3-7
Age Range:
Babies/Toddlers (birth – 3)
PreK-Early Elementary (Ages 4-7)
Format:
Picture book
Subjects:
Affirmation
African Americans
Fathers
Mothers
Diversity subject:
Black/African
Publishers:
Penguin Random House, Kokila
Publish Year: 2019
Pages: 32
ISBN: 9780525553366
CCBC Location: Picture Book, Cherry