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I Despair of My Hair

By Ann-Marie Finn
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In I Despair of My Hair by Ann-Marie Finn, a young girl faces daily challenges with her unruly hair. The story takes readers on a whimsical journey as she attempts to tame it, exploring a series of comical and zany solutions. Through playful rhymes and vibrant illustrations, the book captures the joy and frustrations of childhood while celebrating individuality and self-acceptance.
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You might enjoy this book if you or a little one delight in humorous tales about the everyday struggles of managing wild, untamed hair. Its rhyming text and playful illustrations offer a fun and engaging read that captures the imagination and brings laughter to storytime. Perfect for children who appreciate light-hearted stories with relatable themes.

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Do you know the feeling when you just can’t do anything with your hair, no matter how hard you try?

Well, Alice has that problem every day, but what can she do about it? At the end of the day, is it really worth the worry? Or can naturally messy hair become something to celebrate?!

Discover Alice’s hair woes and aspirations in I Despair of My Hair by Ann-Marie Finn, as she navigates the tangled troubles of having unruly hair and learns an uplifting lesson about self-acceptance.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780994557049

Publisher: Yellow Brick Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2018

Country: Australia

Imprint: Riveted Press

DIMENSIONS

Width: 244.0mm

Height: 244.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

Collections

Ann-Marie Finn Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Ann-Marie Finn is an artist, illustrator, and author of children's books. She lives in the Western Downs of Queensland with her two boys, a cat and some chooks who keep her entertained between work, studies and creative ventures. Ann-Marie has a growing collection of children's books to her name.

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