"Hi, my name is Hairiette! Goodnight, Hairiette tells the story of what happens after I wander into my Nana's room for a bedtime story. What unfolds is a timeless tale full of surprises about courage, community and the power and belief in being yourself. Goodnight, Hairiette is availables as a book, a movie and a reading curriculum. Buy one, both...or all three!"

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"Reading to children prepares for academic success, supports cognitive development, improves language skills and promotes healthy, happy and wealthy societies."(allforkids.org)

The story of Goodnight, Hairiette! ~From the Author (click below to watch)

Read the book. Watch the musical. Learn the lessons.

  • Goodnight, Hairiette book

  • Goodnight, Hairiette puppet musical

  • Goodnight, Hairiette big hair reading bundle
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Tanya Wright

Tanya Wright, Ed. M is a two-time SAG Award winning actress (Best Ensemble). Tanya received her Master's in Education: Learning Design, Innovation and Technology, from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. While there, she won the Harvard Innovative Venture in Education (HIVE) Award, Education Entrepreneurship Fellowship and was a finalist in the Saul Zaentz Early Education Innovation Initiative for the Hairiette project. Tanya is a graduate of Vassar College where she received a degree in literature. 

Tanya wrote and directed the Goodnight Hairiette book and musical and created the accompanying Big Hair Reading Bundle.

Millicent "Ma" Fraser

Goodnight, Hairiette is inspired by Tanya’s grandmother, Millicent Fraser. “Ma”--as she was affectionately called-–was a steady source of wisdom, grace and unconditional love. Tanya’s favorite meals that Ma cooked were pot roast, spaghetti and okra soup!

Millicent Fraser was born in Jamaica, West Indies.

"Studies have shown that having actively-involved grandparents can help children grow confidence, cope with stress and have fewer behavioral issues as they get older." (firstthingsfirst.org)

Testimonials

  • “Young fans can follow Hairiette into a lively and original book series (Goodnight, Hairiette is the prequel to the Hairiette series) that will encourage them to read while reinforcing their pride in identity and self-esteem.”

    Joe Blatt

    Harvard Graduate School of Education, Senior Lecturer

    Co-chair, Learning, Design, Innovation and Technology

  • “Tanya brings a depth of experience and passion for education that makes her a valued asset. Additionally, Tanya demonstrates an intrinsic sense of empathy — alongside passions for learning and helping children — that makes her a natural teacher. With her dynamic background in storytelling, writing, and creative production, I believe that Tanya is uniquely positioned to become a leader on the frontier of education technology.”

    Nicole Wood CCLS

    Child Life Specialist

    Mt. Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital

  • “Goodnight, Hairiette (puppet musical) represents a significant contribution to the field of educational theater.”

    Cynthia Hagen, Ed.M

    Clinical psychologist, library director, Founder, Book Joy

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"Grandparents possess memories that later generations can understand only through stories and insights into culture and heritage that serve as a legacy for children and grandchildren alike." ~seniorhealthcareteam.com

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