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    612-822-4611

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No, You Cannot Touch My Hair: Second Edition

No, You Cannot Touch My Hair: Second Edition

Johnson, Tara

Paperback

Education

ISBN13: 9798195081355
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: May 27 2026
Pages: 46
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.12 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Shosty, an eight-year-old with a love for adventurous hairstyles, learns to assert her personal boundaries at school. Her mom, skilled in styling hair, creates various looks each week, from cornrows and twists to Bantu knots and afro puffs, celebrating their cultural significance.

At first, Shosty feels uneasy when classmates and teachers touch her hair without asking. Her mom advises her to set boundaries by firmly saying, No, you cannot touch my hair. Over time, Shosty gains confidence and begins asserting her boundaries, explaining the importance of personal space in a respectful way.

By the eighth week, her classmates and teachers respect her space, and Shosty stands proud, embracing her unique style and cultural heritage. She learns that her voice is powerful-just like her beautiful hair-growing stronger in self-assurance. Shosty's journey teaches her the importance of self-respect and empowers her to express her individuality with confidence and pride.

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