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Book SynopsisTrade Review***STARRED REVIEW*** “The narrative’s powerful ending brings this story to a satisfying, hopeful conclusion. Debut illustrator Littlebird (a member of Oregon’s Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde) captures the closeness of the family and the strength and determination of the protagonist in bright colors set against woodgrain-like backgrounds.” * The Horn Book Magazine *
***STARRED REVIEW*** “A thoughtful and enlightening addition to the picture book shelves and a worthy choice for units on Indigenous cultures.” * Booklist *
***STARRED REVIEW*** "This is an emotionally searing story infused with important historical and cultural information on the significance of hair to Indigenous cultures." * School Library Journal *
***STARRED REVIEW*** "A deeply moving and inspiring celebration of long hair and its significance in Indigenous cultures." * Kirkus *
