A stunning, poetic debut picture book from Pasha Westbrook about honoring one’s roots and the unbreakable bond of familial love, brought to life with enchanting illustrations by acclaimed illustrator Madelyn Goodnight. Father braids my hair, just like his, scented of coconut oil, the familiar tug of fingers on my scalp, love in every twist... As a young girl’s father lovingly yet painstakingly braids her hair, he weaves a story about the strength and resilience of their ancestors, Freedmen who walked the Trail of Tears from Mississippi to Oklahoma. In this enchanting picture book, past and present come together in a tale about endurance, history, and love. With beautiful, sweeping illustrations by Madelyn Goodnight and debut author Pasha Westbrook's lyrical writing, Braided Roots tenderly explores the unwavering love between a father and daughter. Product Details Format: Hardcover, Jacketed, Picture ISBN: 9781339015385 Page Count: 40 Trim Size: 8 x 10 Pub Date: November 2025 Fiction / Nonfiction: Fiction Ages: 4 - 8 Grades: Pre-K - 3 Imprint: Orchard Books Subjects: African American History, Fathers, Love, Native American History Language: English Return Restrictions: Non-Strippable