Northern Lights Book Awards
Mira’s Curly Hair
Winner of the Picture Book Preschool category
Author: Maryam al Serkal
Illustrator: Rebeca Luciani
Lantana Publishing
Hair!
Most of us spend countless hours and money trying to make it into something it’s not. But what if we could embrace our natural style?
Mira, like so many others, wishes her hair was different; she has hair that curls and curls and seems to be everywhere. She covets Mama’s straight and smooth style, until that auspicious day when they get stuck in the middle of a tropical rainstorm, and Mira finds out that Mama’s hair is not what it appears to be.
With its authentic clothing, rich skin tones and Arabic domes, you will feel like you’ve been transported to the Middle East while reading Mira’s Curly Hair.
Once there, enjoy the vibrant birds, tranquil water, and swaying palm trees. After admiring the stunning artwork, children are sure to love this heartwarming tale with its gentle twist of self-acceptance.
We would like to take some to acknowledge Lantana Publishing, which states on its website “We’re are an award-winning social enterprise with a mission to see all children reflected in the books they read.”
Please note that if you buy a book directly from the publishing company, they will donate one of their books to the Read for Good, charity because they believe all children should have access to stories, no matter their circumstances.
You can view the full list of Northern Lights Book Award winners here: http://northerndawnawards.com/2019-northern-lights-book-awards-winners/
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