Frizzy
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Marlene loves three things: books, her cool Tía Ruby and hanging out with her best friend Camila. But according to her mother, Paola, the only thing she needs to focus on is school and "growing up." That means straightening her hair every weekend so she could have "presentable", "good hair." But Marlene hates being in the salon and doesn't understand why her curls are not considered pretty by those around her. With a few hiccups, a dash of embarrassment, and the much-needed help of Camila and Tia Ruby ― she slowly starts a journey to learn to appreciate and proudly wear her curly hair.
Language: Spanish,Spanish vocabulary featured
Culture/Community: Dominican / Dominican American
Book Awards: Pura Belpré Award & Honor Books
Themes for Middle Grade/YA: Strong Girls and Women Bicultural Kids Family and Friends Identity My Body, Hair, and Skin Urban Stories
Format: Graphic novel
Age Level: Middle Grade
Book Series: Award-Winning Books: 2023 Identity: Who Am I? Bilingual Books for Middle Grades: Spanish Graphic Novels: Hispanic Heritage
9781250259639