Braid Day
by Monique Mayers
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Book #2 in the Curls, Confidence & Courage Series
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From Beauty Supply to Braiding Chair - Let’s Explore What’s Possible!
Our Curlfriend is back, and this time she’s ready for something extra special!
In this joyful follow-up to Wash Day, readers take a trip to the beauty supply store, where endless styles and accessories spark the imagination. From braids and twists to cornrows and beads, Braid Day introduces a range of textured hairstyles that help children express themselves and celebrate all their hair can do.
Whether you’re preparing for a salon visit or looking for new styles to try at home, this book supports kids and caretakers in learning, choosing, and loving their next look—together.
A perfect tool for broadening style horizons, encouraging autonomy, and making hair styling a fun, collaborative adventure.
Reader feedback about the series
What a beautifully made book with a wealth of visual details, tips and well done illustrations. In a world that often doesn’t understand the needs of black hair and how to care for it, this book teaches children what it means. Also black hair care is just as important to know to non-black parents. Its a story made with intention and I really encourage you to purchase this book.
– Monica C
A well thought out book that will help little girls (and their parents) enjoy wash day. I love how the author provides all the tools and products for specific hairstyles.
Overall a high quality book that is necessary and much-needed for the black community.
– Bay S.
Oh how I wish this wonderful care and style guide existed when my children were little! It is beautifully written and illustrated and is a must have for all parents and caretakers. Making “wash day” fun and easy will build self-esteem and confidence in our kids. I plan to gift Wash Day to the all little ones in my extended family. Kudos to the author and illustrator!
– Dawn Murray Nadeau
Wash Day makes your childhood memories come to life! The vibrant colors and details on each page allow for a fun experience while managing what can sometimes be an overwhelming task! I don’t have a daughter, but I read this book to my son who always wants to learn what comes next! Wash Day instills confidence in children that they can achieve it all! We also really enjoy the coloring & activity book as a fun learning tool!
– Denise
What a great book for children and resource for parents! My daughter has loved experimenting with the different styles in this book and both of my children have loved reading the story. I only wish I’d had this book when my oldest was a toddler.
– Tonya
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