Jaylene Clark Owens

A Black Girl and Her Braids

Empfohlen 3 bis 7 Jahre. Sprache: Englisch.
gebunden , 32 Seiten
ISBN 0593889738
EAN 9780593889732
Veröffentlicht 6. Januar 2026
Verlag/Hersteller Penguin Young Readers Group
18,00 inkl. MwSt.
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Beschreibung

Based on the viral poem, braids of all lengths, looks, parts, and styles are explored and cheered on in this vibrant picture book celebrating the versatility of Black hair.
Join author Jaylene Clark Owens as she pens an ode to Black girls and braids, a dynamic duo. This empowering picture book shines a light on what braids mean to Black girls of all ages and shows how Black communities have managed to continuously make space for braids, paying homage to their origins while making fun and futuristic styles, despite rules and regulations attempting to condemn them. Braids of all lengths, colors, and styles are brought to life with detailed illustrations from Brittney Bond, crafting a timeless book which honors creativity, encourages confidence, and calls for Black girls to proudly show off their braids no matter what!

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Jaylene Clark Owens; illustrated by Brittney Bond