Long and the Short of It

A Tale About Hair

Kids, Teen, General Fiction, Fiction
Cover of the book Long and the Short of It by Lydia Criss Mays, Barbara Meyers, Shennen Bersani, American Cancer Society
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Author: Lydia Criss Mays, Barbara Meyers, Shennen Bersani ISBN: 9781604430653
Publisher: American Cancer Society Publication: January 25, 2011
Imprint: American Cancer Society Language: English
Author: Lydia Criss Mays, Barbara Meyers, Shennen Bersani
ISBN: 9781604430653
Publisher: American Cancer Society
Publication: January 25, 2011
Imprint: American Cancer Society
Language: English

With colorful illustrations and a comforting message, this picture book follows the parallel stories of two young girls who are having problems with their hair. One wants to grow her hair longer, while the other, who has lost her hair during cancer treatment, would just like to have it back. Their friendship leads them to a new understanding of hair loss and the act of giving, and teaches them about courage, generosity, and pride. A helpful reading and discussion guide for parents and a list of fun, related learning activities for kids are also included.

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With colorful illustrations and a comforting message, this picture book follows the parallel stories of two young girls who are having problems with their hair. One wants to grow her hair longer, while the other, who has lost her hair during cancer treatment, would just like to have it back. Their friendship leads them to a new understanding of hair loss and the act of giving, and teaches them about courage, generosity, and pride. A helpful reading and discussion guide for parents and a list of fun, related learning activities for kids are also included.

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