
Zion's Crown
Princess Karibo
(Illustrator)Description
Zion and his younger brother have an experience at school that makes them reject their cultural hairstyles. But when Dad takes them on a journey to understand the significance of each style, Zion and Zayn's world will never be the same.
Award-winning author Zenda M. Walker creates a story empowering young black boys to embrace their heritage and to celebrate the significance of traditional hairstyles. Inside, Walker includes a tutorial on creating Zion's cornrow style along with a useful glossary of terms for parents and educators to reference when reading the book with children.
Product Details
Publisher | Running Press Kids |
Publish Date | September 10, 2024 |
Pages | 40 |
Language | English |
Type | |
EAN/UPC | 9780762485543 |
Dimensions | 9.6 X 8.1 X 0.4 inches | 0.9 pounds |
About the Author
Princess Karibo is a self-taught illustrator from Nigeria, West Africa. She enjoys working on traditional art by day and digital art projects by night.
Reviews
"Zion's Crown is a smiling and hugging tale about the power and splendor of the hairstyles of Black boys. Zenda Walker is braiding up some Black boy joy. And pride."
--Ibram X. Kendi, author of Antiracist Baby and Goodnight RacismEarn by promoting books