| My hair is my strength My skin is my identity. I am the representation of many slaves and the heart of many braves. I can be me. Black, proud, and free. |
| Special Needs children in Georgia is defined as; Any child 8 years and older Any African American child 1 and older Children with documented mental, physical and emotional disability Sibling group of 3 or more |
| African American Skin Tips |
| African American Hair Tips |
| African American Hair comes in many textures. African American hair is very delicate. Black hair drys out easy and the scalp has to be greased 2-3 times a week, due to this African American children's hair can not be washed daily like Caucasians. The grease on the scalp is also the reason that African American Children are less likely to get HEAD LICE. Lice are unable to form nits on greasy hair. The better care your child's hair the longer and fuller it will become. Unlike Caucasians, when black hair is permed it straightens out the hair to make it manageable. Some African American parents do not put perms on their children's hair until they are 8 years old and when they do, it is a kiddie perm. Whether, you began the perm younger or later in the child's life it should, more than often be under the direction of a licensed beautician. A kiddie perm is less harsh than and adult African American Perm. There are also other options to perming. Understanding, African American hair and what it takes to ensure the quality of life for your children makes for a better parent. |
| African American skin comes in many different types, extra dry, dry, oily, oil-dry,etc. The look of your child's skin radiates with several factors: Good Diet Water Intake Good Hygiene Care Good Skin Care Product Skin Care Protection Awareness of Skin Type Knowledge Love A licensed dermatologist is a great start in understanding your child's skin care needs. THIS WEBSITE OR NO OTHER WEBSITE SHOULD SERVE AS A SUBSTITUTION TO GREAT SKIN CARE. Understanding, African American skin and what it takes to ensure the quality of life for your children makes for a better parent. |
| Kinky - Brown was created to tie the myths and untie the truth of African American Children and what it takes to raise one with healthy self esteem. |
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| Three components of Self Esteem Self Image The way the child sees himself and the way others see him. Self Love How much your kids love themselves based on how they perceive themselves and how others perceive him. Self Worth The value they place on themselves which is directly related to how loved they feel. |
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