Seytje's Adventures to the Hairdressers By Tyna Myrrha Ngui and Rudi Van Der Linden

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Seytje's Adventures to the Hairdressers

Tyna Myrrha Ngui and Rudi Van Der Linden

Seytje’s Adventures to the Hairdressers follows Seytje, a spirited young boy, on his quest to have his curly hair styled just like his friends.

Despite visiting multiple hairdressers with his Mama, Seytje faces disappointment and confusion as they repeatedly turn him away, claiming they cannot work with his type of hair.

Determined not to give up, Mama promises Seytje she’ll find a place where he belongs.

Together with his sister Saatje, they embark on a journey by train to a special hairdresser who embraces Seytje’s unique curls.

Along the way, the family discovers resilience, patience and the joy of turning challenges into adventures.

With love and determination, Seytje finally finds someone who celebrates him, making it an experience he can’t wait to share with his friends. This heart-warming tale encourages self-acceptance, perseverance and the beauty of embracing differences.

About Author

Tyna Myrrha Ngui and Rudi Van Der Linden, author

Tyna Myrrha Ngui and Rudi Van Der Linden

What we would like to highlight here is that there are always
alternatives available to everyone.
This is not about dwelling on discrimination. Rather, we want
to show our son, and all children, that there are always other
opportunities to pursue.
As Bob Marley famously suggested, “When one door is closed,
don’t you know that many more are open?”
We want him to understand that setbacks do not define
his future.
Instead, they can lead to new possibilities and different paths to
success. Our goal is simply to prepare him to face the future with
confidence, resilience, and an open mind.
Tyna Myrrha Ngui and Rudi Van Der Linden, author