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The Long and the Short of It

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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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Publisher: American Cancer Society

OverDrive Read

  • ISBN: 9781604430653
  • Release date: January 25, 2011

EPUB ebook

  • ISBN: 9781604430653
  • File size: 8902 KB
  • Release date: November 3, 2011

Formats

OverDrive Read
EPUB ebook

subjects

Juvenile Fiction

Languages

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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