• Celebrity
    • Of The Essence
    • Celebrity News
    • If Not For My Girls
    • The State Of R&B
    • Time Of Essence
  • Fashion
    • 2023 Best In Black Fashion Awards
    • 2023 Fashion House
    • Red Carpet
    • Fashion News
    • Accessories
  • Beauty
    • Girls United: Beautiful Possibilities
    • 2023 Best In Black Beauty
    • Skin
    • Makeup
    • Nails
    • Hair
  • Lifestyle
    • Love
    • Parenting
    • Relationships
    • Bridal Bliss
    • Lifestyle News
    • Health & Wellness
    • ESSENCE Eats
    • Travel
    • Food & Drink
  • Entrepreneurship
    • Money & Career
  • News
    • Latest News
    • Paint The Polls Black
    • Culture
    • Politics
  • Shopping
  • Video
  • Events
    • 2023 Fashion House
    • 2023 ESSENCE Festival Of Culture
    • 2023 Wellness House
    • 2023 Black Women In Hollywood
    • 2023 ESSENCE Film Festival
    • 2023 HOLLYWOOD HOUSE
  • Studios
  • Girls United

WHERE BLACK CULTURE, COMMUNITY AND CONSCIOUSNESS MEET

Sign up for ESSENCE Newsletters the keep the Black women at the forefront of conversation.

Your email is required.
Your email is in invalid format.
Confirm email is required.
Email did not match.
Select the newsletters you'd like to receive:
Please select at least one option.
By clicking Subscribe Now, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Skip to content
SUBSCRIBE
  • MAGAZINE
  • NEWSLETTER
  • Celebrity
    • Of The Essence
    • Celebrity News
    • If Not For My Girls
    • The State Of R&B
    • Time Of Essence
  • Fashion
    • 2023 Best In Black Fashion Awards
    • 2023 Fashion House
    • Red Carpet
    • Fashion News
    • Accessories
  • Beauty
    • Girls United: Beautiful Possibilities
    • 2023 Best In Black Beauty
    • Skin
    • Makeup
    • Nails
    • Hair
      • Hair News
      • Natural
      • Relaxed
      • Transitioning
      • Weave
      • 4C
  • Lifestyle
    • Love
    • Parenting
    • Relationships
    • Bridal Bliss
    • Lifestyle News
    • Health & Wellness
    • ESSENCE Eats
    • Travel
    • Food & Drink
  • Entrepreneurship
    • Money & Career
  • News
    • Latest News
    • Paint The Polls Black
    • Culture
    • Politics
  • Shopping
  • Video
  • Events
    • 2023 Fashion House
    • 2023 ESSENCE Festival Of Culture
    • 2023 Wellness House
    • 2023 Black Women In Hollywood
    • 2023 ESSENCE Film Festival
    • 2023 HOLLYWOOD HOUSE
  • Studios
  • Girls United
Home · Beauty

15 Books That Stop 'Good Hair' Vs. 'Bad Hair' Debate Dead In Its Tracks

These are the illustrated reads every little girl with natural hair needs in her library. 
15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
Getty Images
By Bukky Ojeifo · Updated October 26, 2020

There’s no denying the increased social media influence on young minds and the propensity for girls to compare themselves to others. Now more than ever, it’s imperative that we equip our younger generation with an arsenal of tools to keep them confident and unapologetic in who they are. This includes a healthy relationship to their hair. 

5386464920001

Subscribe to our daily newsletter for the latest in hair, beauty, style and celebrity news.

Whether you’re a mom, big sister or mentor, any of these 15 books will help the girl in your life to embrace her natural tresses and one-of-a-kind personality. 

01
Maggie Sinclair, Will You Please Fix My Hair? by Hilary Grant Dixon

On a journey to self-love, this book explores the bright and vivid imagination of Maggie! Maggie is a young girl who finds clever solutions to celebrating and “ fixing” her hair!

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $10 Buy Here
02
Something Beautiful by Sharon Dennis Wyeth

On a mission to find all things beautiful in her tough neighborhood, a young girl learns the true meaning of friendships and the power of hope and happiness! 

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $8 Buy Here
03
I Can Do It Too by Karen Baicker

Full of heart-warming messages around love and independence, this book will affirm your young girl’s small quest for independence and leave her believing that she can do it all!

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $9 Buy Here
04
Nappy Hair by Carolivia Herron

Told in the African-American “Call and Response” tradition, this story of a young girl’s “ nappy” hair leaps off the page, empowering girls and their “naps.”

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $7 Buy Here
05
Emi’s Curly, Coily, Cotton Candy Hair by Tina Olajide

Full of imagination, positive messages and fun, this book follows a 7-year old who shares what she loves about her hair! As an added bonus, the pages are also filled with basic tips and tricks for those with textured hair! 

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $9 Buy Here
06
Who I Am, Not What I am by Tara Michener

This book’s clever writing style shares the story of a young girl who already recognizes that happiness isn’t based on fitting into the box of what others want her to be. Great for the young girl who may be struggling with trying to fit in!

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $13 Buy Here
07
I Am Mixed by Garcelle Beauvais

By exploring what it is to be of mixed ancenstry, this book’s positive messaging empowers mixed kids to embrace their multiple heritages!

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $12 Buy Here
08
I Love My Hair by Natasha Tarpley

Looking for your young beauty to understand that her hair is not only special, but apart of her heritage and should be fully embraced? Then this whimsical story of a young girl will encourage your girl to shout boldly that she LOVES her hair!

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $6 Buy Here
09
Bad Hair Does Not Exist by Sulma Arzu Brown

Sometimes, the “good hair” vs “bad hair” debate will leave young girls feeling as though their hair doesn’t meet the standards created by societal pressure. This book brings that debate to a screeching halt by empowering young girls to understand that bad hair simply doesn’t exist!

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $10 Buy Here
10
Happy Hair by Mechal Renee Roe

Have a fun and fashionable little diva on your hands? This fun book promotes self- esteem and hair love for every texture and curl pattern!

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $17 Buy Here
11
Daddy Do My Hair? by Tola Okogwu

This book is for dads eager to support their little girl in their hair journey. Follow along with this book to learn how do basic twists on your favorite girl’s hair!

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $7 Buy Here
12
Sunne’s Gift by Ama KariKari Yawson

This is an amazing illustrated book about a young girl who tries to change her hair after being bullied because of its texture. It will take your favorite girl on a journey of self-love so that she understands the beauty and power of differences.

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $15 Buy Here
13
Big Hair Don’t Care by Crystal Swain-Bates

Know a young girl that may be self-conscious about her big and luscious natural hair? Remind her that there’s nothing to be ashamed of with this book!

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $12 Buy Here
14
Penny and the Magic Puffballs by Alonda Williams

Through a series of fun adventures, Penny learns the magic of her puffballs and the importance of embracing her hair and not comparing herself to others!

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Amazon $15 Buy Here
15
Phenomenally Me by Korene E.J. Smith

Created to establish and sustain a strong inner voice for the youth, this book hits the nail on the head for inspiring young kids who may need a gentle reminder of the greatness that lies within them!

15 Books That Stop ‘Good Hair’ Vs. ‘Bad Hair’ Debate Dead In Its Tracks
available at Phenomenally Me $16 Buy Here
TOPICS:  Books
COMPANY INFORMATION
  • Our Company
  • Customer Service
  • Essence Ventures
  • Change Your Address
  • Contact Us
  • Job Opportunities
  • Internships
  • Media Kit
  • tag
SUBSCRIBE
  • Newsletters
  • Give a Gift of ESSENCE
  • Magazine Tablet Edition
FOLLOW US
MORE ON ESSENCE
  • Home
  • Love
  • Celebrity
  • Beauty
  • Hair
  • Fashion
  • ESSENCE festival

ESSENCE.com is part of ESSENCE Communications, Inc.

Essence may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice.

©2023 ESSENCE Communications Inc. All Rights Reserved. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Essence.com Advertising Terms

Get The ESSENCE Newsletter and
Special Offers delivered to your inbox

By clicking Sign Up, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Get The ESSENCE Magazine
by subscribing below
subscribe now