Description: This touching picture book takes a look at the beautiful relationship between a Black father and son when they spend the day at a barbershop. Perfect for Father's Day or all year round!
Haircut day is just for me and Dad. We wake up early and grab breakfast to go. Our hair has grown out and we still look fly, but it's time to visit the barbershop. A barbershop is a magical place filled with laughter, games, and most importantly, fresh cuts. Barbershops provide the care and expertise needed for cutting Black hair. This uplifting story shows how barbershops are centers of community for African Americans of all ages to unite and share in moments of self-care. Haircut Day with Dad follows a boy and his dad as they spend the day in their happy place--the barbershop--where they take time out to bond and focus on themselves. The vibrant scenes show how the routine of cutting Black hair at a barbershop fosters a connection between a father, a son, and their community.Review Quotes: ★ "This is a beautiful tribute to Black barbershop culture and the loving rites of Black manhood....Those familiar with the barbershop experience will love seeing the story told in picture book form." --School Library Journal, starred review
"This is an incredibly special time and place for father-and-son bonding....A vibrant example of both Black joy and self-care." --Kirkus Reviews