Crown an Ode to the Fresh Cut
- Nora Sifuentes
- Jun 25, 2021
- 1 min read
Barnes, D., & James, G. C. (2017). Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut (Denene Millner Books)
(Illustrated ed.). Agate Bolden.
In this book, we are walked through the experience of getting a fresh new haircut and the magnificent boost to the speaker’s self-esteem as he walks out of the barbershop.
Barnes incorporated vivid oil paintings that illustrated the essence of feeling great in order to portray the themes of confidence and pride. This book exposes children to different aspects of the African American heritage. Additionally, it can be used to encourage world wide young audiences to value self-pride.
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