Tiara has a gift for storytelling; her momma has a gift for making hats. When a new store opens that sells cheaper hats, Momma has to set her dreams aside, but Tiara has an idea for helping Momma’s dreams come true again.

Kirkus Reviews

With this touching story of tradition and can-do spirit, Lyons interweaves an important element of the African American experience into a well-told story…A cheerful story about a spirited girl who saves the day. What could be better than that?

Booklist Reviews

Endearing…The language is inviting and warm, and the characters reminiscent of people you might know from your neighborhood or family. Tadgell’s joyous, expressive watercolors bestow a fun and light-hearted quality to the story and bring Tiara’s world realistically to life.