Do You Know Your Hair is Like Magic?
What’s inside...
Waves, coils, and curly Q's, ALL hair is good hair. Giving those blessed with a curly crown some reasons to love, embrace, and appreciate their natural hair. Your hair is like magic!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-12
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think the book says your hair is like magic? What makes it special or unique?
Can you tell me about a time when your hair made you feel good or proud?
How do the different characters in the book feel about their hair? How does their hair help them express who they are?
What would you do if you had magic hair for a day? What adventures would you go on?
How can we celebrate and take care of our hair just like the characters in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use positive affirmations about your child’s hair before and during the reading to instill a sense of pride and relate back to the book’s message.
Encourage your child to draw or describe their own 'magic hair' and share what makes it unique, tying back to the theme of self-expression and individuality in the book.
Discuss personal experiences related to hair with your child to deepen the connection with the story, making it more relevant to their everyday life.
Relate the feelings and scenarios in the book to real-life situations, encouraging empathy and understanding toward diverse hair stories and experiences.
Celebrate the completion of the book by trying a new or favorite hairstyle, making the act of hair-styling a fun and bonding experience.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Self-acceptance
Explanation: The story celebrates the uniqueness of the protagonist’s curly hair, emphasizing self-love and acceptance.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and embrace their individual features, promoting a positive self-image.
Example Lesson: Diversity and inclusion
Explanation: Different characters in the book showcase various hair types, highlighting the beauty in diversity.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to respect and value differences among peers, fostering an inclusive environment.
Example Lesson: Confidence
Explanation: As the protagonist learns to love her unique hair, she gains confidence which is portrayed through her interactions.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to carry themselves with confidence in their abilities and appearance, which is crucial in social interactions and personal development.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The book illustrates various fun and creative hairstyles, encouraging artistic expression.
Real-World Application: This promotes creativity in children, encouraging them to explore artistic ways to express themselves, even through their hairstyles.
Example Lesson: Family bonding
Explanation: Family members help the protagonist appreciate her magical hair, emphasizing the support of loved ones.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of family support and how it helps in building self-esteem and confidence.