In the vein of I Am Enough and Hold Them Close , this inspiring and beautiful picture book celebrates how hair wrapping ties together past and present. When I wrap, my roots run deep. As deep as an African marketplace or a city sidewalk or the stories between them. With lyrical text by acclaimed author Shauntay Grant and vibrant illustrations by Jenin Mohammed, When I Wrap My Hair is both an act of joyful recognition and a demonstration of how knowledge is passed through generations.
A celebration of Black joy and the simple pleasures of a day at the beach from acclaimed poet Shauntay Grant Follow along as a young boy spends the day at the beach with his family in this spare and poetic picture book from award-winning poet and picture book author Shauntay Grant. With a simple story--and simply stunning illustrations from Candice Bradley--this book is an ode to celebrating summer's wonders big and small.
A little girl learns the importance of speaking up for what she wants while at the barbershop and ends up rocking the fabulous hair style she chooses in this fun and empowering picture book.
The narrative unfolds in a rural Black Nova Scotian community, delving into the strained relationship between two brothers shaped by two decades of secrecy and betrayal. As hidden truths emerge through the brothers and local gossips, the story intertwines with gospel music, enriching its emotional depth. It reflects on the impact of choices and the possibility of reconciliation, prompting readers to ponder if it's ever feasible to mend the bridges burned in life.