Hair Don't Care!
What’s inside...
Hair Don’t Care is a book that celebrates self love, acceptance, diversity and friendship told in rhyme, from the vantage point of a group of happy, fun-loving children who express their stories through their own versions and aspects of the differences and likenesses in their hair types, skin, fashion, styles, and more.
Age
6-13
Length
30 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you feel when someone comments on your appearance, like the characters in the book?
What does the phrase 'Hair Don't Care!' mean to you?
Can you think of a time when you felt different from others? How did you handle it?
Why is it important to accept and celebrate everyone's uniqueness?
How can we support our friends when they feel left out or different?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by sharing your own story related to the book’s theme to create a comfortable conversation environment.
Praise your child’s responses to encourage more open and detailed answers, enhancing their engagement and critical thinking.
Relate the characters’ experiences in the book to real-life situations in your child’s world to make the discussion more relevant.
Ask follow-up questions to delve deeper into your child’s thoughts and feelings about the theme.
Highlight the positive messages in the story, reinforcing the importance of acceptance and self-confidence.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Self-acceptance
Explanation: In 'Hair Don't Care!', the main character learns to embrace her unique curly hair despite facing teasing from others.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by understanding and celebrating their own unique qualities, fostering self-esteem and confidence in who they are.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The story portrays characters who learn to understand and appreciate the feelings of others who are different from them.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children in recognizing and respecting differences among peers, promoting inclusivity and compassion in social interactions.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: The protagonist overcomes negative comments and grows stronger emotionally, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to cope with criticism and rebound from setbacks, vital skills for navigating challenges throughout life.
Example Lesson: Self-expression
Explanation: Through the main character's journey, the book highlights the importance of expressing oneself freely and creatively.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to freely express themselves in various forms, whether through how they dress, their hobbies, or in their communication.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The character shows courage by standing up for herself and what makes her different, setting a positive example.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of advocating for themselves and others, instilling bravery to face social pressures.