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Black Hair Can The Roots of Our Roots

From the kings and queens of Africa to the contemporary United States, a celebration ofAfrican American hair and its expressiveness, relation to identity, and why this history matters.A boldly illustrated nonfiction picture book about the historical roots of Black hair by a Black and Latine debut author-illustrator, perfect for 4-8-year-olds.Black hair is the crown for the African diaspora worldwide and a strong symbol of identity and beauty in a variety of communities. It''s a source of pride and expression, and from the times of kings and queens has demonstrated a person''s life''s journey.Yet as enslaved people, Black people had their hair taken from them as a way to remove their humanity. As African Americans struggled through history, their hair became a major source of resiliency and

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