Frizzy
Written by Claribel A. Ortega, illustrated by Rose Bousamra. Published by First Second, a division of Macmillan Children's Publishing Group
About
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“Frizzy” is the story of a young Dominican girl whose greatest enemy is the hair salon and her mother’s pressure to have “presentable” or “good” hair. Marlene doesn’t understand why her curls are not considered acceptable, but with the help from Tia Ruby, Marlene learns to appreciate, care, and proudly wear her beautiful curly hair.
Awards Won
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Pura Belpré Award
91´«Ã½The Pura Belpré Award, established in 1996, is presented to a Latino/Latina writer and illustrator whose work best portrays, affirms, and celebrates the Latino cultural experience in an outstanding work of literature for children and youth.
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2023 - Winner(s) |
