My Afro Is a Rising Sun Political Science " —Samantha Shannon

" —Samantha Shannon

already prom-queen pretty by third grade

With only one other officer beneath him

her family’s wealth does not protect her father from being imprisoned

and the legal battles over whether we control the stuff we are made of

My Afro Is a Rising Sun Political Science " —Samantha ShannonFor fans of Matt de la Pena and Grace Byers, My Afro Is a Rising Sun is a dazzling picture book inviting BIPOC children to fully express themselves, celebrate their Blackness, and embrace their ancestry. Black afros are more than just afros. They are a symbol of Black joy. They remind us to embrace our identity, cherish our culture, and remember our heritage. This stunning picture book is an ode to Black hair and a reminder to all children to see the