The Hairdo That Got Away - Author Joseph Coelho

The Hairdo That Got Away – A Tender Tale of Love, Loss, and Hair That Grows Wild!

Every month, no matter the weather, Dad takes his son to the barbershop. It's their special tradition — until one day, Dad is no longer there. As time passes, the boy's hair grows... and so do his feelings. It becomes big, wild, untamed — just like the emotions he doesn’t quite know how to name.

Written by award-winning poet Joseph Coelho and illustrated with warmth and heart, The Hairdo That Got Away is a poetic exploration of grief, memory, and father-son bonds. This powerful picture book helps young children name their feelings and begin to understand that love remains, even when people are gone.

Why schools and parents love it:

• Addresses loss in a gentle, age-appropriate way – A sensitive resource for talking about grief and absence.
• Poetic and emotional literacy – Beautiful language supports comprehension of big emotions.
• Culturally inclusive and affirming – Celebrates Black fatherhood and natural hair with respect and love.

Other books by Joseph Coelho you’ll love and can shop with Contigo Idiomas:
Luna Loves Library Day – A moving story about books, bonding and family.
Luna Loves Art – A celebration of art, friendship, and what makes a family.
Luna Loves Dance – A joyful story about perseverance, creativity and culture.