Little Curlies, Big Day

Aiden prepares for an unforgettable day picture day at school. However, one problem stands between him and a perfect snapshot. When his trusted barber, Mr. Craig, decides to retire, leaving behind a legacy of perfect haircuts, Aiden's world is turned upside down. Fear grips his heart as he envisions disastrous outcomes. His overactive imagination conjures up a terrible scenario where his beloved hair is hacked into an unrecognizable mess by the new barber.

Will Aiden summon the courage to sit in the new barber's chair, or will his fear of a disastrous haircut keep him from enjoying a memorable picture day?

Little Curlies, Big Day is a delightful and relatable story for children and adults, reminding us that sometimes the greatest transformations come from conquering our fears.

Melodee Barnes is an early childhood educator and has served in the classroom for over two decades. She has now expanded her reach as an educator by creating educational content for the Seesaw Learning platform. Melodee is supported by her devoted husband and championed by her children. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, watching romantic comedies, and serving in ministry for young people.

Amanda Middleton is a talented 32-year-old freelance digital illustrator born in California and raised in Northern Indiana. Although she didn't receive formal art education, Amanda discovered her passion for art during the 2020 lockdown when she found herself at home due to local RV factory shutdowns and layoffs. During this time, she painted her first portrait and realized her natural talent for acrylic painting.As a mother of two, Amanda faced time constraints and wanted to avoid the mess associated with traditional painting materials. This led her to explore digital illustration as an alternative medium. She quickly adapted to digital tools and techniques, delving into the world of digital illustrations.Amanda's journey as an artist continued as she spent a year practicing and taking lessons to refine her skills. With dedication and perseverance, she made her debut as a storybook illustrator. Her specialization lies in character and environmental concept design and creating full spreads that fully immerse readers in the worlds they are reading about.