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This stunning picture book takes a joyful look into the loving and long process of a hair wash day and the beautiful bond between a daughter and mother.;Perfect for Mother’s Day or all year round! Filled with heartwarming illustrations, For the Black community, washing their hair can feel like an event in and of itself, and that''s why it has been christened "wash day." For many, wash day isn''t just a routine, but an intimate ritual that is a symbol of self-love and pride. This self-care practice, although individual to the person, can root them in their culture and allow them to embrace generations of hair traditions. This book shows the love and care of washing Black hair and compels us to reflect on shared moments that we may take for granted.
About the author
Monica Mikai is an author and illustrator of books for children. She is passionate about creating thoughtful stories and illustrations that inspire the reader to see life from a new perspective. Monica is the illustrator of the picture books
Build a House,
Thank a Farmer,
The Proudest Color,
My Name is a Story, and
The Blue Pickup, among others. When not writing or illustrating, she can be found practicing yoga and pranayama, hiking, or propagating her many house plants. She lives in coastal Virginia with her husband and two sons.
