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Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut

Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut

Published in
2017
4.38
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Description

The barbershop is where the magic happens. Boys go in as lumps of clay and, with princely robes draped around their shoulders, a dab of cool shaving cream on their foreheads, and a slow, steady cut, they become royalty. That crisp yet subtle line makes boys sharper, more visible, more aware of every great thing that could happen to them when they look good: lesser grades turn into As; girls take notice; even a mother's hug gets a little tighter. Everyone notices. A fresh cut makes boys fly. This rhythmic, read-aloud title is a celebration of the way boys feel when they leave the barber's chair.
Age
4-7
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
32 pages

Why to read

  • Celebration of African-American culture
  • Promotes self-esteem and confidence
  • Beautifully illustrated
  • Relatable and uplifting story