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Celebrating Black Hair

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From fresh hair cuts, big and small curly afros, locs, and braids. This list is a celebration of Black hair for children of all ages. #IndyPLkids

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The Indianapolis Public Library

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Zahrah the Windseeker

Zahrah the Windseeker

by Okorafor, Nnedi

Book - 2005

In the Ooni Kingdom, children born with Dadalocks are rumored to have special powers. Readers will explore a fantasy world built from nature and technolog...Show more In the Ooni Kingdom, children born with Dadalocks are rumored to have special powers. Readers will explore a fantasy world built from nature and technology. On a quest to save her best friend, Zahrah explores a forbidden land where she encounters strange and dangerous things. Show less

In the Ooni Kingdom, children born with Dadalocks are rumored to have special powers. Readers will explore a fantasy world built from nature and technolog...Show more In the Ooni Kingdom, children born with Dadalocks are rumored to have special powers. Readers will explore a fantasy world built from nature and technology. On a quest to save her best friend, Zahrah explores a forbidden land where she encounters strange and dangerous things. Show less

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Crown

Crown

An Ode to the Fresh Cut

by Barnes, Derrick

Book - 2017

I love the feeling this book gives. A new haircut can give you a boost of confidence, make you feel like a new person, and make you feel great all around. This is a great read for any child experiencing a haircut. I love the feeling this book gives. A new haircut can give you a boost of confidence, make you feel like a new person, and make you feel great all around. This is a great read for any child experiencing a haircut. Show less

I love the feeling this book gives. A new haircut can give you a boost of confidence, make you feel like a new person, and make you feel great all around. This is a great read for any child experiencing a haircut. I love the feeling this book gives. A new haircut can give you a boost of confidence, make you feel like a new person, and make you feel great all around. This is a great read for any child experiencing a haircut. Show less

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My Fade Is Fresh

My Fade Is Fresh

by Grant, Shauntay

Book - 2022

This book really teaches readers to be themselves and speak up for what they want. This is a great book that celebrates being different and being confident in any hairstyle. This book really teaches readers to be themselves and speak up for what they want. This is a great book that celebrates being different and being confident in any hairstyle. Show less

This book really teaches readers to be themselves and speak up for what they want. This is a great book that celebrates being different and being confident in any hairstyle. This book really teaches readers to be themselves and speak up for what they want. This is a great book that celebrates being different and being confident in any hairstyle. Show less

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Bippity Bop Barbershop

Bippity Bop Barbershop

by Tarpley, Natasha Anastasia

Book - 2002

Bippity Bop Barbershop is a heart-warming book about a little boy's first haircut in the barbershop. The writing and the illustrations are detailed so wel...Show more Bippity Bop Barbershop is a heart-warming book about a little boy's first haircut in the barbershop. The writing and the illustrations are detailed so well, it makes you feel like you are in the shop with them. I love the father and son relationship and experience together in the barbershop for the first time. It is a very precious story! Show less

Bippity Bop Barbershop is a heart-warming book about a little boy's first haircut in the barbershop. The writing and the illustrations are detailed so wel...Show more Bippity Bop Barbershop is a heart-warming book about a little boy's first haircut in the barbershop. The writing and the illustrations are detailed so well, it makes you feel like you are in the shop with them. I love the father and son relationship and experience together in the barbershop for the first time. It is a very precious story! Show less

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My Locs Are My Crown

My Locs Are My Crown

by F.,Sierra

eBook - 2021

This book celebrates natural hair in all forms. It is fun, engaging, and encouraging. This is an affirming book for children to always love themselves and to love their hair. This book celebrates natural hair in all forms. It is fun, engaging, and encouraging. This is an affirming book for children to always love themselves and to love their hair. Show less

This book celebrates natural hair in all forms. It is fun, engaging, and encouraging. This is an affirming book for children to always love themselves and to love their hair. This book celebrates natural hair in all forms. It is fun, engaging, and encouraging. This is an affirming book for children to always love themselves and to love their hair. Show less

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I Am in Love With My Locs!

I Am in Love With My Locs!

by Nembhard, E. J.

eBook - 2021

This book is about appreciating and embracing your hair. This is a great book for children, especially if they have locs. This book is about appreciating and embracing your hair. This is a great book for children, especially if they have locs. Show less

This book is about appreciating and embracing your hair. This is a great book for children, especially if they have locs. This book is about appreciating and embracing your hair. This is a great book for children, especially if they have locs. Show less

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Wanda the Brave

Wanda the Brave

by Nontshokweni, Sihle

Book - 2022

This is a book about speaking up and being heard, especially when it comes to your body and hair. I love the reaffirmation from Wanda's Mother about not allowing anyone to make her feel uncomfortable. This is a book about speaking up and being heard, especially when it comes to your body and hair. I love the reaffirmation from Wanda's Mother about not allowing anyone to make her feel uncomfortable. Show less

This is a book about speaking up and being heard, especially when it comes to your body and hair. I love the reaffirmation from Wanda's Mother about not allowing anyone to make her feel uncomfortable. This is a book about speaking up and being heard, especially when it comes to your body and hair. I love the reaffirmation from Wanda's Mother about not allowing anyone to make her feel uncomfortable. Show less

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Smart Sisters

Smart Sisters

by Roe, Mechal Renee

Book - 2023

This book shows hair represented in many forms and styles. It teaches unity and encouragement through vibrant and colorful imagery. This book shows hair represented in many forms and styles. It teaches unity and encouragement through vibrant and colorful imagery. Show less

This book shows hair represented in many forms and styles. It teaches unity and encouragement through vibrant and colorful imagery. This book shows hair represented in many forms and styles. It teaches unity and encouragement through vibrant and colorful imagery. Show less

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My Hair Is Beautiful

My Hair Is Beautiful

by Grant, Shauntay

eBook - 2020

I love the representation of children and their hairstyles. The photos are so cute and I enjoyed seeing the kids wearing styles such as afro puffs, curly coils, and braids. This book also comes in board book format. I love the representation of children and their hairstyles. The photos are so cute and I enjoyed seeing the kids wearing styles such as afro puffs, curly coils, and braids. This book also comes in board book format. Show less

I love the representation of children and their hairstyles. The photos are so cute and I enjoyed seeing the kids wearing styles such as afro puffs, curly coils, and braids. This book also comes in board book format. I love the representation of children and their hairstyles. The photos are so cute and I enjoyed seeing the kids wearing styles such as afro puffs, curly coils, and braids. This book also comes in board book format. Show less

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Ife's First Haircut

Ife's First Haircut

by Onyefulu, Ifeoma

Book - 2014

I love how the family in this book celebrates their child's first haircut with gathering, food, singing, and dancing. I love how the family in this book celebrates their child's first haircut with gathering, food, singing, and dancing. Show less

I love how the family in this book celebrates their child's first haircut with gathering, food, singing, and dancing. I love how the family in this book celebrates their child's first haircut with gathering, food, singing, and dancing. Show less

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Hair to Share

by Walker, Sylvia L.

Book - 2022

This is such a beautiful story of friendship, sharing, and bringing joy to someone else. I really loved this book and it brought tears of a joy to my eyes to see such a great act of service from another child. This is such an inspiring read. This is such a beautiful story of friendship, sharing, and bringing joy to someone else. I really loved this book and it brought tears of a joy to my eyes to see such a great act of service from another child. This is such an inspiring read. Show less

This is such a beautiful story of friendship, sharing, and bringing joy to someone else. I really loved this book and it brought tears of a joy to my eyes to see such a great act of service from another child. This is such an inspiring read. This is such a beautiful story of friendship, sharing, and bringing joy to someone else. I really loved this book and it brought tears of a joy to my eyes to see such a great act of service from another child. This is such an inspiring read. Show less

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Cocoa Girl Awesome Hair

Cocoa Girl Awesome Hair

by Boyd, Serlina

Book - 2021

This is a great collection of tutorials, styling tips, information, and photographs on how to take care of natural hair. The photos are large and also inc...Show more This is a great collection of tutorials, styling tips, information, and photographs on how to take care of natural hair. The photos are large and also include easy to follow steps. This is a great resource for children and families to use to learn more about how to manage and style their own hair. Show less

This is a great collection of tutorials, styling tips, information, and photographs on how to take care of natural hair. The photos are large and also inc...Show more This is a great collection of tutorials, styling tips, information, and photographs on how to take care of natural hair. The photos are large and also include easy to follow steps. This is a great resource for children and families to use to learn more about how to manage and style their own hair. Show less

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Frizzy

Frizzy

by Ortega, Claribel A.

Graphic Novel - 2022

Marlene is an Afro-Dominican tween who doesn't understand why her hair isn't considered beautiful or good. This is a great read for graphic novel lovers that is full of inspiration, the meaning of beauty, and embracing who you are. Marlene is an Afro-Dominican tween who doesn't understand why her hair isn't considered beautiful or good. This is a great read for graphic novel lovers that is full of inspiration, the meaning of beauty, and embracing who you are. Show less

Marlene is an Afro-Dominican tween who doesn't understand why her hair isn't considered beautiful or good. This is a great read for graphic novel lovers that is full of inspiration, the meaning of beauty, and embracing who you are. Marlene is an Afro-Dominican tween who doesn't understand why her hair isn't considered beautiful or good. This is a great read for graphic novel lovers that is full of inspiration, the meaning of beauty, and embracing who you are. Show less

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Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun

Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun

by Okogwu, Tola

Book - 2022

If you love books about superheroes, then you will love this book! I love how the author has utilized the main characters beautiful curls as her superpower. This fantasy chapter book is fun, empowering, and magical. Reading level 8-12yrs. If you love books about superheroes, then you will love this book! I love how the author has utilized the main characters beautiful curls as her superpower. This fantasy chapter book is fun, empowering, and magical. Reading level 8-12yrs. Show less

If you love books about superheroes, then you will love this book! I love how the author has utilized the main characters beautiful curls as her superpower. This fantasy chapter book is fun, empowering, and magical. Reading level 8-12yrs. If you love books about superheroes, then you will love this book! I love how the author has utilized the main characters beautiful curls as her superpower. This fantasy chapter book is fun, empowering, and magical. Reading level 8-12yrs. Show less

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All Hair Is Good Hair

All Hair Is Good Hair

by Taylor, Annagjid

Book - 2019

We've all heard the saying "good hair." I love how this book teaches that all hair is beautiful and good. It shows the importance of speaking positivity to children and affirming their beauty and uniqueness. We've all heard the saying "good hair." I love how this book teaches that all hair is beautiful and good. It shows the importance of speaking positivity to children and affirming their beauty and uniqueness. Show less

We've all heard the saying "good hair." I love how this book teaches that all hair is beautiful and good. It shows the importance of speaking positivity to children and affirming their beauty and uniqueness. We've all heard the saying "good hair." I love how this book teaches that all hair is beautiful and good. It shows the importance of speaking positivity to children and affirming their beauty and uniqueness. Show less

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My Hair Is A Garden

My Hair Is A Garden

eBook - 2018

This was such a sweet book about taking care of your hair. Just like a garden, hair has to be nourished and cared for every day. I loved the illustrations and the care and friendship between the young girl and her neighbor. This was such a sweet book about taking care of your hair. Just like a garden, hair has to be nourished and cared for every day. I loved the illustrations and the care and friendship between the young girl and her neighbor. Show less

This was such a sweet book about taking care of your hair. Just like a garden, hair has to be nourished and cared for every day. I loved the illustrations and the care and friendship between the young girl and her neighbor. This was such a sweet book about taking care of your hair. Just like a garden, hair has to be nourished and cared for every day. I loved the illustrations and the care and friendship between the young girl and her neighbor. Show less

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J.D. and the Hair Show Showdown

J.D. and the Hair Show Showdown

by Dillard, J.

Book - 2021

J.D. and the Hair Show Showdown is great read for readers who enjoy a series. It is full of comedic moments and pop culture references. For reading ages 6-8 years old. J.D. and the Hair Show Showdown is great read for readers who enjoy a series. It is full of comedic moments and pop culture references. For reading ages 6-8 years old. Show less

J.D. and the Hair Show Showdown is great read for readers who enjoy a series. It is full of comedic moments and pop culture references. For reading ages 6-8 years old. J.D. and the Hair Show Showdown is great read for readers who enjoy a series. It is full of comedic moments and pop culture references. For reading ages 6-8 years old. Show less

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Hair Love

Hair Love

by Cherry, Matthew A.

Book - 2019

Hair love is such a beautiful story with a positive message. The artwork is amazing and magical. I love the father daughter relationship in this book as well. Hair love is such a beautiful story with a positive message. The artwork is amazing and magical. I love the father daughter relationship in this book as well. Show less

Hair love is such a beautiful story with a positive message. The artwork is amazing and magical. I love the father daughter relationship in this book as well. Hair love is such a beautiful story with a positive message. The artwork is amazing and magical. I love the father daughter relationship in this book as well. Show less

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Princess Truly in My Magical, Sparkling Curls

Princess Truly in My Magical, Sparkling Curls

by Greenawalt, Kelly

eBook - 2018

I love the Princess Truly book series. Princess Truly's magical curly hair takes her on a great journey. This book inspires children to love their hair and to always be confident in who they are and what they can do. I love the Princess Truly book series. Princess Truly's magical curly hair takes her on a great journey. This book inspires children to love their hair and to always be confident in who they are and what they can do. Show less

I love the Princess Truly book series. Princess Truly's magical curly hair takes her on a great journey. This book inspires children to love their hair and to always be confident in who they are and what they can do. I love the Princess Truly book series. Princess Truly's magical curly hair takes her on a great journey. This book inspires children to love their hair and to always be confident in who they are and what they can do. Show less

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Curls

Curls

by Forman, Ruth

Board Book - 2020

The imagery in this board book are bright and magical. It really encourages children to love their curls. The imagery in this board book are bright and magical. It really encourages children to love their curls. Show less

The imagery in this board book are bright and magical. It really encourages children to love their curls. The imagery in this board book are bright and magical. It really encourages children to love their curls. Show less

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Hair Dance!

Hair Dance!

by Johnson, Dinah

Book - 2007

This book has beautiful photographs of girls with different hairstyles. It celebrates natural hair and teaches children to embrace it. This book has beautiful photographs of girls with different hairstyles. It celebrates natural hair and teaches children to embrace it. Show less

This book has beautiful photographs of girls with different hairstyles. It celebrates natural hair and teaches children to embrace it. This book has beautiful photographs of girls with different hairstyles. It celebrates natural hair and teaches children to embrace it. Show less

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Hair for Mama

Hair for Mama

by Tinkham, Kelly

Book - 2007

This is such a touching story about family, love, and being selfless. This is a heartwarming read for those who have a family member experiencing an illness. This is such a touching story about family, love, and being selfless. This is a heartwarming read for those who have a family member experiencing an illness. Show less

This is such a touching story about family, love, and being selfless. This is a heartwarming read for those who have a family member experiencing an illness. This is such a touching story about family, love, and being selfless. This is a heartwarming read for those who have a family member experiencing an illness. Show less

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Shop Talk

Shop Talk

by Ford, Juwanda G.

Book - 2004

Shop talk is great book for beginning readers. Readers who have been to the barbershop are sure to relate and for those who have never been, will enjoy the connection and sanctuary that the barbershop provides. Shop talk is great book for beginning readers. Readers who have been to the barbershop are sure to relate and for those who have never been, will enjoy the connection and sanctuary that the barbershop provides. Show less

Shop talk is great book for beginning readers. Readers who have been to the barbershop are sure to relate and for those who have never been, will enjoy the connection and sanctuary that the barbershop provides. Shop talk is great book for beginning readers. Readers who have been to the barbershop are sure to relate and for those who have never been, will enjoy the connection and sanctuary that the barbershop provides. Show less

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Bedtime Bonnet

Bedtime Bonnet

by Redd, Nancy

Book - 2020

This is a fun story about a little girl searching for her hair bonnet, knowing how important it is to wear while she is sleeping. I love the representation of family in this cute story. This is a fun story about a little girl searching for her hair bonnet, knowing how important it is to wear while she is sleeping. I love the representation of family in this cute story. Show less

This is a fun story about a little girl searching for her hair bonnet, knowing how important it is to wear while she is sleeping. I love the representation of family in this cute story. This is a fun story about a little girl searching for her hair bonnet, knowing how important it is to wear while she is sleeping. I love the representation of family in this cute story. Show less

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Madam C.J. Walker

Madam C.J. Walker

The Inspiring Life Story of the Hair Care Entrepreneur

by Stille, Darlene R.

eBook - 2017

This nonfiction is about the life of Madam C.J. Walker. This is a great read for children doing a research projects, are interested in being a hair care e...Show more This nonfiction is about the life of Madam C.J. Walker. This is a great read for children doing a research projects, are interested in being a hair care entrepreneur, or for those who simply would like to know more on the history of Madam C.J. Walker. Show less

This nonfiction is about the life of Madam C.J. Walker. This is a great read for children doing a research projects, are interested in being a hair care e...Show more This nonfiction is about the life of Madam C.J. Walker. This is a great read for children doing a research projects, are interested in being a hair care entrepreneur, or for those who simply would like to know more on the history of Madam C.J. Walker. Show less

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