If My Hair Had a Voice

"If your hair had a voice, it would sing of diversity and identity. It would tell you stories of our history."

An ode to loving your hair and your culture, If My Hair Had a Voice follows a young Black girl as she grows from being disappointed in her natural hair to developing an amazed appreciation for the long history of Black hair. From blossoming floral motifs in celebration of spring to intricate braided codes for spreading revolutionary messages, she discovers that Black hair goes beyond simple adornment--it tells the story of a rich cultural history filled with diversity, resistance, artistry, and, of course, beauty. Backmatter explores the history of each hairstyle featured in the book.

Author: Dana Marie Miroballi
Publisher: Beaming Books
Published: 05/28/2024
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 9.70h x 9.90w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9781506493602

Review Citation(s):
Foreword 04/25/2024
School Library Journal 06/01/2024 pg. 68

About the Author
Miroballi, Dana Marie: -

Dana Marie Miroballi is a biracial teacher turned speech-language pathologist writing books for young readers. She grew up in Germany, served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Uzbekistan, and now lives in Chicago with her husband and children.

Grannum, Patricia: -

Illustrating from her home in Trinidad and Tobago, Patricia Grannum's work is fueled by a passion for ensuring that children of color see themselves in the books they read. Her art reflects the cultural vibrancy of her Caribbean upbringing, with a focus on conveying a sense of wonder in the books she illustrates.