Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow - by Ashley Franklin (Hardcover)

About the Book

Illustrated by New York Times best-selling artist Bea Jackson, this poignant story speaks to Lunella Lafayette's insecurities about her hair as School Picture Day approaches. Sure, Lunella may be a genius Super Hero (Moon Girl), but when someone makes unkind comments about her hair, she questions whether she needs to change it for School Picture Day. She is, after all, still a 13-year-old girl. Ultimately, Lunella figures out the hairstyle that makes her feel like her best self for her school picture, but not before struggling with what that means for her. Readers will explore and relate to themes of self-kindness, patience, identity, and acceptance in this charming and funny story.

Book Synopsis

Illustrated by New York Times best-selling artist Bea Jackson, this poignant story speaks to Lunella Lafayette's insecurities about her hair as School Picture Day approaches.

Sure, Lunella may be a genius Super Hero (Moon Girl), but when someone makes unkind comments about her hair, she questions whether she needs to change it for School Picture Day. She is, after all, still a 13-year-old girl. Ultimately, Lunella figures out the hairstyle that makes her feel like her best self for her school picture, but not before struggling with what that means for her.

Readers will explore and relate to themes of self-kindness, patience, identity, and acceptance in this charming and funny story.

If you like this book, you might also considering adding these titles to your library:

• Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: One Girl Can Make a Difference
• Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Lunella's Journal
• Night Night Groot
• Snow Day for Groot!
• Captain Marvel: What Makes a Hero

About the Author

Ashley Franklin is a freelance writer, adjunct college instructor, and proud mom. She loves writing stories featuring kids with big hearts and even bigger imaginations.Ashley received her master's degree in English literature from the University of Delaware. Ashley currently resides in Arkansas with her husband and two sons.

Bea Jackson is a New York Times bestselling illustrator. She loves telling stories through her art, from dynamic and diverse character design to delightfully fun and energetic children's book illustrations. She attended the College of Creative Studies and is the Grand Prize Winner of L Ron Hubbard's Illustrator of the Future Award of 2007. With more than 15 years of experience as a freelance illustrator, Bea works in a variety of art styles.