The Long and the Short of It: A Tale About Hair
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Winner: 2012 Apex Award of Publishing Excellence One-of-akind Health and Medical Publication; 2011 Association Trends All Media Contest Gold; 2011 National Health Information Award Bronze Health Promotion and Disease Prevention; 2011 Moms Choice Award Gold Childrens Books; Finalist: 2012 National Indie Excellence Award Childrens Picture Books; 2011 USA Best Book Award Childrens Picture Books With colorful illustrations and a comforting message this picture book follows the parallel stories of two young girls who are having problems with their hair. One wants to grow her hair longer while the other who has lost her hair during cancer treatment would just like to have it back. Their friendship leads them to a new understanding of hair loss and the act of giving and teaches them about courage generosity and pride. A helpful reading and discussion guide for parents and a list of fun related learning activities for kids are also included.
