J.D. and the Great Barber Battle

This story is about a boy J.D. and how he navigates through a horrible haircut that his mother gives him before the first day of school. Kids at school are teasing him for his appearance, but instead of letting it happen, J.D. decides to take things into his own hands.

Title: J.D. and the Great Barber Battle (J.D. series book 1)

Author: J. Dillard

Illustration: Akeem S. Roberts

Publisher: Kokila  

J.D. understands that he has a talent for cutting and styling hair. And, hence, his friends are excited to have him start cutting their hair. But Henry Jr, a local barber isn't excited; he wants J.D. to stop! 

📚 If you're trying to get a kid to read an early chapter book, it is going to be tough, especially if it is not a comic or graphic novel. A beginning reader usually avoids dull books, and they just want to read something fun and humorous. This is one such book.

📚 This story focuses on positive thinking and reverence. Moreover, this book also depicts Black culture, friendships, and family support especially, between grandparents and grandkids.

📚 I would say this book has a little something for everyone in any age group.

📚 The illustrations are a beautiful addition to the narrative and pull the entire story together.

📚 The target audience would be kids in the middle grades like 2nd grade and up.  

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