Fros, Braids, Fades, and Waves

Fros, Braids, Fades, & Waves: A Celebration of Black Boy Hairstyles is a book every Black boy needs!

This book holds a mirror up to Black boys and shows them their true reflection.

Fros, Braids, Fades, and Waves is a celebration of Black boy hairstyles. Black boys can wear their hair in any style that makes them feel good and confident. This book elevates Black joy! Using African American Vernacular English the story is delivered in a poetic style. Inside you will find vibrant illustrations and rhyming text designed to capture the attention of children. This book puts Black boys front and center.

"My fro is poppin! I love the way it glistens in the sun. Switching up my hair from a fade to a fro is always so much fun."



Discussion question:

What is hairstyle makes you feel most confident?



"Fros, Braids, Fades, & Waves" is a part of the Hey Carter! ™ collection of books written by Dr. Thomishia Booker. Hey Carter! Books (HCB) curates books, products, and experiences that ensures Black children, specifically boys are reflected positively. 

More information about Hey Carter! Books ™can be found at www.heycarterbooks.com 



Appropriate for ages 0-8