Frizzy

Claribel Ortega
(Juvenile Graphic Novels - J-GN Ortega Frizzy)

Marlene hates going to the salon every weekend to straighten her curly hair so she's more "presentable." With the help of her friends Camila and Tia Ruby, she slowly learns to appreciate her natural curls. 2023 award winner. Recommended for ages 9–12.


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  • Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré


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  • Juana & Lucas


  • ¡Vamos! Let’s Cross the Bridge


  • Dancing Hands


  • Efrén Divided


  • Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré