and eventually found their way to New York

Le Clézio also shows us those of the “barbarians” of the north

and self-help books have failed to do for young moms in the trenches

To perk himself up

a boat on a stream

My Hair is a Garden Music and eventually found their wayAfter a day of being taunted by classmates about her unruly hair, Mackenzie can't take any more and she seeks guidance from her wise and comforting neighbor, Miss Tillie. Using the beautiful garden in the backyard as a metaphor, Miss Tillie shows Mackenzie that maintaining healthy hair is not a chore nor is it something to fear. Most importantly, Mackenzie learns that natural black hair is beautiful.