Honoring Women's History Month pt.10: Penny and the Magic Puffballs by Alonda Williams Illustrated by Tyrus Goshay

In honor of women's history month, a celebration of children's books by black women authors.

Penny and the Magic Puffballs by Alonda Williams  Illustrated by Tyrus Goshay

Penny wanted to wear her hair "down" like all of the other girls in her class. She wondered why her friends had long straight hair and she did not. Feeling different made her feel sad. Penny's mom assured her that her hair is perfect. Just because her hair is different from her friends hair, it didn't mean that it was bad. Penny's mom decides to style her hair in puffballs, magic puffballs. Penny learns through a series of fun adventures, that wonderful and magical things happen when she wears her puffballs. Join Penny as she discovers the magic of her puffballs.  Ages 4-8

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Honoring Women's History Month pt.9: I’m a Pretty Little Black Girl by Betty K. Bynum Illustrated by Claire Armstrong Parod

In honor of women's history month, a celebration of children's books by black women authors



I’m a Pretty Little Black Girl by Betty K. Bynum Illustrated by Claire Armstrong Parod

I'M A PRETTY LITTLE BLACK GIRL! introduces adorable Mia, who wakes with her hair just-a-going every which-a-ways! With her abundant energy and joy leading the way, readers follow Mia as she plays with her friends who are all shades, shapes and sizes. There's tall Kia, Keisha the reader, Charlotte her best friend, Dina Rose-Marie the artist, Imani the dancer, Anna who loves sports, Ruby the singer, and honey-haired Tracy. Mia finds that Pretty is within herself and her friends, and being pretty is way beyond what the mirror shows. Ages 6 and up.  Ages 5-8

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Honoring Women's History Month pt.8: Happy to be Nappy! by bell hooks Illustrated by Chris Raschka

In honor of women's history month, a celebration of children's books by black women authors

Happy to be Nappy! by bell hooks  Illustrated by Chris Raschka

Happy to be nappy!

Happy with hair all short and strong.

Happy with locks that twist and curl.

Just all girl happy!

Happy to be nappy hair!

Legendary author bell hooks and Caldecott Medalist Chris Raschka present a lyrical celebration, brimming with enthusiasm for girls and their hair. Nominated for an NAACP Image Award, this stunning picture book is now available again in board book form. Ages 5-6

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Honoring Women's History Month pt.7: Emi’s Curly, Coily, Cotton Candy Hair by Tina Olajide

In honor of women's history month, a celebration of children's books by black women authors.

Emi’s Curly, Coily, Cotton Candy Hair by Tina Olajide Eli is a creative 7-year-old girl with a BIG imagination. She is a problem-solver at heart with an inquisitive mind. In this story Emi shares a positive message about her Curly, Coily, Cotton Candy Hair and what she likes most about it.The vibrant illustrations and fun story teach basic natural hair care techniques and tips in a playful and memorable way. Ages 5-8

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Honoring Women's History Month pt.6: Big Hair, Don’t Care by Crystal Swain-Bates

In honor of women's history month, a celebration of children's books by black women authors.

Big Hair, Don’t Care by Crystal Swain-Bates

Lola has really really REALLY big hair, much bigger than the other kids at her school. Despite her hair blocking the view of anyone that dares sit behind her and causing her to lose at hide and seek, she sings the praises of her big hair throughout this rhyming picture book. 

Designed to boost self-esteem and build confidence, this beautifully illustrated book is perfect for any girl or boy who has ever felt a bit self-conscious about their hair and may need a reminder from time to time that it's okay to look different from the other kids at their school. Ages 4-7

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Honoring Women's History Month pt.5: Magic Land by Cheri Marie Anthony

In honor of women's history month, a celebration of children's books by black women authors.

Magic Land by Cheri Marie Anthony

Once upon a time, there were two little girls named Lisa and Tina. They lived in an orphanage together where they promised each other that they would never be separated.One day Tina is injured in an accident and wakes up in Magic Land. Learn about the power of friendship in this magical tale.  Ages 4-6

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Honoring Women's History Month pt.4: Tar Beach by Faith Ringgold

In honor of women's history month, a celebration of children's books by black women authors.


Tar Beach by Faith Ringgold   

This enchanting story follows the adventure of 8-year-old Cassie Louise Lightfoot after she flies over her apartment- building rooftop,  the “tar beach” looking down on 1939 Harlem. Part autobiographical, part fictional, this allegorical tale sparkles with symbolic and historical references central to African-American culture.  Ages 5-8

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