Good Hair

In Yvonne Sewankambo's 'Good Hair,' young Birungi wakes up dreading school because she dislikes her hair. Her parents, however, know just how to help. They take her on a walk through their vibrant town, pointing out all the different kinds of hair they see: black, gray, blond, curly, kinky, straight, frizzy, and more. Through these observations, Birungi learns that every person's hair is unique and beautiful, deserving of care and love, just like every other part of them. This heartwarming story gently addresses self-acceptance and celebrates diversity, making it perfect for children aged 4-11.

"Birungi doesn't want to go to school today. Waking up is hard, but doing her hair is harder. "I hate my hair!" she declares. "It's just no good." Luckily, Birungi's parents know the secret to good hair. As they walk through town, they show her that hair can be black, gray, blond, or sometimes even blue. It can reach for the sky or fall straight to the ground, be worn in rows or curls, twirl or kink or flow or frizz. There are as many different types of hair as there are different kinds of people, and each person's hair, no matter how it grows, needs the same special care and attention as all the other wonderful parts of them." -- Front flap