A Black Girl and Her Braids

Based on the viral poem, braids of all lengths, looks, parts, and styles are explored and cheered on in this vibrant picture book celebrating the versatility of Black hair. Join author Jaylene Clark Owens as she pens an ode to Black girls and braids, a dynamic duo. This empowering picture book shines a light on what braids mean to Black girls of all ages and shows how Black communities have managed to continuously make space for braids, paying homage to their origins while making fun and futuristic styles, despite rules and regulations attempting to condemn them. Braids of all lengths, colors, and styles are brought to life with detailed illustrations from Brittney Bond, crafting a timeless book which honors creativity, encourages confidence, and calls for Black girls to proudly show off their braids no matter what!

Product details

• Authors: Brittney Bond, Jaylene Clark Owens
• Assisted by: Brittney Bond (Illustration)
• Publisher: Penguin Young Readers US
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 3 to 7
• Product format: Hardback
• Release: 06.01.2026
• EAN: 9780593889732
• ISBN: 978-0-593-88973-2
• No. of pages: 32
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Natural science, technology; JUVENILE NONFICTION / Poetry / General, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Poetry (Children's / Teenage), Picture books, Children's / Teenage: general non-fiction, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Diversity & Multicultural, Relating to African American / Black American people, Subject matter intended specifically for women and/or girls, JUVENILE NONFICTION / African American & Black, Children’s / Teenage: Poetry / poems