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Grow in confidence, embrace natural beauty, and imagine possibilities with girl inventor, entrepreneur, and hair salon owner Gabrielle "Gabby" Goodwin in this story about being your authentic self and chasing your dreams.

In this uplifting story, Danica visits Confidence Salon. What special natural hair style will make her feel fresh and proud? Braids? No. Cornrows? Uh-uh. Bubble twists? Nah. As Danica experiences premium wash day pampering along with the love and affirmation of her stylist, she opens up about her insecurities and discovers that the stylist is Gabby herself. As Miss G shares how she found courage and confidence through designing an innovative hair bow and launching a successful female- and Black-owned business, Danica gains confidence in her own beauty and value, and finds boldness to express herself and do hard things.

Naturally Me at the Confidence Salon encourages readers to

• carry themselves with poise as they learn to love themselves;
• embrace their innate value and natural beauty;
• be creative problem solvers and daring dreamers; and
• have self-assurance in their own ideas and abilities.

Readers will come away from their visit to Gabby’s Confidence Salon with their own transforming inside-out makeover as they feel valued, discover their own passions, and dare to imagine and pursue their own dreams. Encourage self-esteem, self-love, and bold leadership with this empowering Own Voices story from a real kidprenuer!