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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>This whimsical, evocative story about a girl named Keyana encourages African-American children to feel good about their special hair and be proud of their heritage. A BlackBoard Children's Book of the Year. Full-color illustrations.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>A modern classic, this whimsical story has been celebrating the beauty of African-American hair for 20 years!</b> <p/> In this imaginative, evocative story, a girl named Keyana discovers the beauty and magic of her special hair, encouraging black children to be proud of their heritage and enhancing self-confidence. <p/><i>I Love My Hair! </i>has been a staple in African-American picture books for 20 years, and now has a fresh, updated cover that shines on the shelves!<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>A celebration of African-American identity....Lewis's watercolors are masterful.--<i><b>Booklist</b></i><br><br>A gracefully told story....Author and artist impart a reassuring message about the importance of appreciating who they are.--<i><b>Publishers Weekly</b></i><br><br>A very special book about self-acceptance.--<i><b>School Library Journal</b></i><br><br>Wonderful....[A] sweet story of learning to love yourself without compromise.--<i><b>Chicago Tribune</b></i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Natasha Anastasia Tarpley</b> is the recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship and numerous other awards. She is also the author of <i>I Love My Hair! </i>She currently resides in Illinois.

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