Mira's Curly Hair

(Paperback)

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Age range 5 to 9

Mira doesn't like her hair. It curls at the front. It curls at the back. It curls everywhere! She wants it to be straight and smooth, just like her Mama's. But then something unpredictable happens...and Mira will never look at her Mama's hair the same way again!

A delightful celebration of natural hair and the courage it takes to be yourself.

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I loved this humorous but heart-warming story about embracing your natural beauty and being proud to be yourself Library Girl & Book Boy

For anyone who has ever wished for straighter, curlier, smoother, lighter, or darker hair, Miras story of discovery, self-acceptance, and love will be a refreshing glimpse of the natural beauty found in everyones unique features Foreword Reviews, STARRED

Vibrant artwork that is full of detail, colourful clothing and striking Arabic architecture fills every page, creating a rich, warm backdrop to the rhythmic text. This delightful tale, featuring black and minority ethnic characters, celebrates diversity and self-acceptance BookTrust

Author Bio

Maryam al Serkal is an Emirati writer who is passionate about storytelling. She lives in Dubai with her husband and two children who inspire her stories. This is her first picture book. Rebeca Luciani is an Argentinian illustrator, now living in Spain. Her books have won the Premi Crtica Serra dOr prize, the Aorianos prize for Best Book of the Year, and the Premi