"Three girls start a hair-braiding business at their summer camp to make money, while competing against a rival business that threatens their plans"--

Ages 8-12

When Maggie learns that her father has a second daughter, Callie, she won't let a new family member get in the way of her summer plans with best friend Daija. They are determined to make tons of money braiding hair for kids around the neighborhood.Daija doesn't want Callie to interfere with their new Braid Girls business-- she needs the money to pay for extra ballet lessons so she can earn a spot in the fall dance showcase. Callie is still grieving her mom, and leaving her home, school, and friends in the Bahamas to move in with the father and family she's never met. She sees the business as a chance to be accepted. The Braid Girls arrive to a summer camp full of kids with locs begging to be braided-- until Angela and her friends start a new braiding business. -- adapted from jacket