My Hair is a Garden by Cozbi A. Cabrera
Appropriate Age Range: 5-7 years
What this book is all about:
After a day of being bullied about her hair, Mackenzie turns to her neighbor, Miss Tillie, for guidance. Using her garden as a metaphor, Miss Tillie helps Mackenzie learn that not only is having healthy hair important but she is also reminder of the beauty in her own, natural hair.
Why you might want to read it:
My Hair is a Garden is a powerful story that elicits further exploration to one's own beliefs of beauty while encouraging self-confidence in their natural self.
4 questions for you to ask your children after reading it:
Mackenzie wants to get better at taking care of her hair. What's one thing you want to get better at? What is your plan for getting there?
Have you or anyone you know experienced bullying because of your/their appearance?
If you could meet Mackenzie, what would you say to her?
Miss Tillie was a neighbor to Mackenzie, what does it mean to be a neighbor?