Cornrows, Box Braids, and Little Afro Puffs

Cornrows, Box Braids, and Little Afro Puffs is the story of one little girl’s journey toward self-love and acceptance. Through a trip to the hair salon and the unwavering love of her mother, Amber realizes that she is perfect just the way she is.

Author Kai-ama Mootoo-Hamer was born and raised in the Bronx, New York and is a self-proclaimed city girl who loves her neighborhood and has pride in her community. A former rap artist and special education teacher, Kai values the social emotional health of young children. Through Cornrows, Box Braids, and Little Afro Puffs, Kai wants to share a message of love and self-acceptance to all children––especially little Black girls who deserve to have their beauty affirmed.