Join Zara on a joyful journey as she embraces her beautiful locs and the confidence they bring her.

From the moment she wakes up, Zara knows that her locs are more than just hair—they’re her crown, her identity, and her pride. As she skips through her day, facing both curious glances and admiring smiles, Zara shows that self-love and confidence come from within. This uplifting story celebrates individuality, self-esteem, and the beauty of embracing who you are, inside and out.

As the designated librarian and curator for my family, I often find myself initiating libraries and selecting a variety of books for my loved ones. I particularly cherish creating libraries for the young ones and am naturally attracted to narratives that feature Black characters of various skin tones and hairstyles. I was excited about this book, which showcased a young girl with locs—a rarity in children's literature. The illustrations were striking and the tale endearing, yet I yearned for deeper exploration into the significance of her locs, considering their varied cultural and religious meanings. Nonetheless, I appreciated the discussion questions included at the end, as they provide a starting point for readers unfamiliar with initiating dialogue about the book's themes. Overall, my impression of the book remains favorable.

This is a really nice book with some positive messaging for kids.

The story was well written and easy to follow and my daughter enjoyed it.

The illustrations in the book work well with the story and help to bring it all together.

A really nice book - it is 4 stars from me - highly recommended!

Great Discussion Topics Included

This book opens up a great conversation about self-love and acceptance of everyone’s unique characteristics. I think this would be great to read when preparing to start school or for classrooms to discuss the beauty of diversity and how it makes everyone better together.

I loved the individual/group based questions and talking points that can be used as a guide at the end. So thoughtful and intentional.

I received a free copy of this book from Stephanie Yates and BooksGoSocial. I am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions are my own.

After reading Loc'd His Story, I was excited to see a version for girls called Loc'd Her Story. This book is about a girl named Zara who has locs that she loves. They are a part of her and why she is special. The format is similar to the book about Jaden. We instead see Zara going to school and doing different activities. The illustrations are very cute and you can see the motion of the scenes through them. I liked the discussion questions at the end that focused on self-esteem, individuality, SEL, and identity. These would help make reading this book in school/group setting a simple task.

Thanks to BooksGoSocial and NetGalley for an egalley of this book for an honest review.

A cheerful celebration of identity and individuality. With the aid of uplifting verses, colourful illustrations, and discussion prompts, Loc'd Her Story stresses the importance of self-affirmation in building a child's confidence so that they could grow to claim every part of who they are with pride, courage, and joy.

This beautifully illustrated book is more than just a story; it’s a powerful affirmation of self-worth and a celebration of identity.

From the very first page, Zara captivates readers with a relatable narrative that encourages young girls to embrace their unique beauty and strength. The vibrant illustrations complement the text perfectly, bringing Zara to life and reflecting the rich diversity of Black culture. Each page radiates positivity and joy, making it an engaging read for both children and adults alike.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

This is a sweet story of a little girl with locs and kindness. My daughter was drawn in when the little girl, Zara, shared one of her beads with another little girl. The illustrations were bright and fun. Definitely recommend.