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AFRO: The Girl with the Magical Hair
When the people of Yackiland run out of Kanek weaves, the kingdom is thrown into chaos. Ruled by an evil, straight hair-obsessed queen for so many years, the people of Yackiland have forgotten how to grow their own hair. It is up to Afro, the girl with magical hair, to save the kingdom.
But the queen has plans of her own...
But the queen has plans of her own...
60 pages, Paperback
Published December 20, 2022
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June 22, 2016
This is probably one of the best YA books I have read in a long time.
This book tells the story of Afro, the girl with the Magical hair and how she saved her kingdom from an evil, wicked and straight hair obsessed queen. This book was well illustrated, very concise and the story flowed perfectly.
After reading this book i realised that at an early stage, we must teach our children that they are beautiful and they must guard their black HAIR against the torture of processing and lye.
We must teach our children that the black skin must be guarded against bleach and toning creams.
We must teach our children that their noses and mouths must be protected against modern surgery.
We must teach our children that When in Rome do like the Romans do is an adage that does not apply when everyone is doing wrong. They should either be themselves, change the Romans or get out of Rome ASAP.
This book tells the story of Afro, the girl with the Magical hair and how she saved her kingdom from an evil, wicked and straight hair obsessed queen. This book was well illustrated, very concise and the story flowed perfectly.
After reading this book i realised that at an early stage, we must teach our children that they are beautiful and they must guard their black HAIR against the torture of processing and lye.
We must teach our children that the black skin must be guarded against bleach and toning creams.
We must teach our children that their noses and mouths must be protected against modern surgery.
We must teach our children that When in Rome do like the Romans do is an adage that does not apply when everyone is doing wrong. They should either be themselves, change the Romans or get out of Rome ASAP.
September 21, 2021
Super cute! A modern fairytale that puts an African spin on the Rapunzel story. I bought this book while on vacation in Ghana and so glad I did! It has an engaging storyline, cute illustrations, and good plot. A timely story for both kids and adults, that can promote an icebreaker conversation about: naturals, weaves, braids, and relaxers. 💖 🎉
October 19, 2017
Nothing But Delightful
This short tale is charming, friendly, and a fun twist on the Rapunzel-in-her-tower tale, reflected here with Afro in her hole. All the elements are there, from the mean queen with mad hair envy, to the joy-filled kingdom, and even a charming Prince (it's his name, not his rank!), and the way they're presented here is nothing short of delightful.
Highly recommend this, especially given that it can be read over a lunch break.
This short tale is charming, friendly, and a fun twist on the Rapunzel-in-her-tower tale, reflected here with Afro in her hole. All the elements are there, from the mean queen with mad hair envy, to the joy-filled kingdom, and even a charming Prince (it's his name, not his rank!), and the way they're presented here is nothing short of delightful.
Highly recommend this, especially given that it can be read over a lunch break.
August 2, 2018
An enjoyable African version of the Rapunzel story. Clever naming of places. The message of natural over chemical or weaves was a bit heavy handed for me. However, being natural myself I understand need to illustrate the acceptance of natural beauty to our community.
April 21, 2021
ah yes just yes
this is thee perfect book
my daughter is going to act as afro tomorrow. so proud of her
this is thee perfect book
my daughter is going to act as afro tomorrow. so proud of her
May 13, 2018
I love this African twist on the Rapunzel story. Representation matters.
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