Kinky, Curly, Mine

Kinky, Curly, Mine is an empowering children's book that fosters a sense of self-love and pride in Black girls. It affirms the individuality of Black girls in a society that often diminishes their natural beauty. Through vibrant illustrations and lively characters, Kinky, Curly, Mine celebrates the unique elegance, traditions, identity, and strength of Black culture through its main character, Kai. With Picture Day at her elementary school looming, Kai feels insecure about her hair texture as her friends plan their hairstyles for the big day. Through the tradition of Kai's grandmother meticulously washing and styling her hair, and with her grandmother's reaffirming words about her natural beauty, Kai learns to love the uniqueness of her coils and curls.

Kinky, Curly, Mine is the inaugural children's book in the series, Adventures with Kai. Through its vibrant illustrations, Kinky, Curly, Mine captures the determination and strength that is inherent in Black girls. It immediately draws young readers by exemplifying the experiences of childhood, school, and the emotions that accompany self-doubt. Once Kai realizes the beauty she already possesses, she becomes confident in herself and is excited about attending school. Kinky, Curly, Mine empowers the reader by demonstrating one's inherent strength that overcomes doubt, insecurity, and adversity.

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Teri Thompson is an Associate Magistrate Court Judge, accomplished attorney, and adjunct professor. She is the owner of ZELLA PUBLISHING, an independent producer of books, audiobooks, and digital content that address cultural and diverse content. As a judge, she presides over civil and criminal matters. As a trial attorney for over 30 years, she was the owner of her law firm, TERI THOMPSON, LLC, a criminal defense firm that handled cases ranging from juvenile matters to high-stakes federal death penalty cases. She has practiced in the federal courts around the United States, including the U.S. Virgin Islands.As an adjunct professor, Teri lectures in Criminal Procedure, Constitutional Law, Juvenile Law, Corrections, and the American Court Systems. As a writer, Teri produces powerful collections that address culture and diversity. She is the creative force behind the children's book series, the Adventures of Kai, that focuses on self-esteem in Black children. She is the author of Kinky, Curly, Mine.She is a graduate of Spelman College and John Marshall Law School.

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