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Written by acclaimed childrens author Robert Munsch, Braids is a story about Ashley who hates getting her hair braided by her mother. It takes so long to do! This particular morning is no different as Ashley's mother takes hours to braid her hair. But things get interesting once Ashley's grandmother arrives and the two decide to do a little braiding of their own. First, Ashley's mother unwillingly gets her hair braided and then it's Ashley's teacher's turn. This high energy story involves lots of running, lots of chasing and a whole lot of braids.
Paperback, 36 pages
For Children 4-9 years
All proceeds from the sale of Braids will go to Children of Bukati. More information can be found at childrenofbukati.com.
The Story of Braids
A chance meeting between the book's eight-year-old publisher, Taya Kendall, and Munsch led to the creation of this beautiful 36-page book. Taya, an aspiring writer, had started a school newspaper to raise money for Children of Bukati, a charity that supports HIV/AIDS orphans and destitute children in a rural Kenya by providing school supplies, school uniforms and a lunch program.
Upon learning of the third-grader's efforts, Munsch immediately offered her this story to support her goal. Munsch's words are complemented by illustrations drawn by students at Taya's school, including one created by her six-year-old sister, Eden, the book's youngest artist. Braids was launched on June 16, which marks£ International Day of the African Child, a day that raises awareness of the plight of children in Africa, including HIV/AIDS orphans, impoverished children and those without access to education.
Taya and Rebecca appear on Rogers Inside Guelph show. Check out the video below.
You can also become a member of their Facebook group account by going here:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=87678214748
Paperback, 36 pages
For Children 4-9 years
All proceeds from the sale of Braids will go to Children of Bukati. More information can be found at childrenofbukati.com.
The Story of Braids
A chance meeting between the book's eight-year-old publisher, Taya Kendall, and Munsch led to the creation of this beautiful 36-page book. Taya, an aspiring writer, had started a school newspaper to raise money for Children of Bukati, a charity that supports HIV/AIDS orphans and destitute children in a rural Kenya by providing school supplies, school uniforms and a lunch program.
Upon learning of the third-grader's efforts, Munsch immediately offered her this story to support her goal. Munsch's words are complemented by illustrations drawn by students at Taya's school, including one created by her six-year-old sister, Eden, the book's youngest artist. Braids was launched on June 16, which marks£ International Day of the African Child, a day that raises awareness of the plight of children in Africa, including HIV/AIDS orphans, impoverished children and those without access to education.
Taya and Rebecca appear on Rogers Inside Guelph show. Check out the video below.
You can also become a member of their Facebook group account by going here:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=87678214748