40 Easy Cornrows Protective Hairstyles For young Black Girls



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1) Cornrows in a Double Bun

This hairstyle is simple and stylish for any little girl. To change up the hairstyle, you can braid or twist the ends so that her hair retains moisture and keeps growing.

cornrows on black kids



2) Fulani Cornrows in Mickey Mouse Buns

This hairstyle can be done with or without hair extensions, depending on how long your daughter’s hair is and how long you want the hairstyle to last for.

hairstyles for black girls braids



3) Simple Cornrows on Little Black Girls

If you have a child that can’t sit long to get her hair done, this hairstyle will be perfect for her!

It’s an easy hairstyle that can be done on younger kids with shorter hair lengths.

easy cornrows on black kids



4) Curved Cornrows in a Twisted Bun

Due to the intricacy of this hairstyle, it will be more appropriate for older kids who are able to sit for a longer hairstyling session.

The good thing about this hairstyle is that an older sibling in her late teens can also wear the same hairstyle..

cornrows bun on black kids



5) Cornrows with Braided Buns

This is another hairstyle that will be more appropriate on older kids.

little black girl braids updo



6) Three Cornrows Ponytails with Curled Ends

These ponytail cornrows are perfect for grade school kids. To prevent discomfort and protect her edges, you can leave out her baby hairs instead of forcefully pulling on them.

Cornrows on school age black girls



7) Beaded Curved Double Ponytail Cornrows

What little girl does not like beads she can make noises with?

These cornrows are ideal for girls who likes to make a statement with her hairstyle.

little black girl braided hairstyles



8) Side-sweep Cornrows for Teenagers

If you have a daughter in middle school, she will love this hairstyle.

If her hair isn’t long or thick enough, you can add some Marley hair to replicate the hairstyle.

black kids braids hairstyles pictures



9) Tribal Cornrows on Kids with Bantu Knots

This is a beautiful hairstyle for older kids, because you may need to re-create the Bantu knots everyday.

If you’re into matching mommy-daughter hairstyle, you can get this hairstyle done on yourself, so that you can match with your daughter.

If you’re tired of wearing bantu knots, you can either cornrow or braid the bantu knots section.

bantu knots on little black kids



10) Lemonade Braids Cornrows on Kids without Extensions

This is a beautiful hairstyle that any little girl would love. It can be worn to school, church, birthday parties and other special occasions.

The beads can be changed to your daughter’s favorite colors if she thinks Black is too boring.

cute little black girl braids



11) Cornrow Updo in a Twisted Bun

This is a traditional hairstyle that is appropriate for any age, be it a child or teenager.

These cornrows can be accessorized with braid rings and beads.

little black girl braids updo



12) Lemonade Braids on Toddlers

These lemonade braids are so cute and lovely, they will look beautiful on your toddler.

If your daughter has a hair length that’s a few inches long, you will be able to replicate this hairstyle without using hair extensions.

You can opt-out of using beads to prevent choking.

cornrows on black toddlers



13) Cornrow Bun on Little Black Girls

This soft cornrow bun will be ideal on older kids because they may take a couple hours to braid.

To switch things up, you can accessorize the cornrows with beads, ribbons/bows, and braid rings.

cornrows updo with bangs on african american girls



14) Mohawk Cornrows on Black Girls

These cornrows are perfect for special occasions where you’d like your daughter to stand out.

pretty little black girl braids



15) Black Kids Braids Hairstyles

If your daughter has healthy hair you want to show off, this hairstyle will help you achieve it.

This hairstyle in Nigeria is called “Patewo with Curve”.

easy protective hairstyles on black kids



16) Toddler Lemonade Braids

Lemonade braids aren’t only for adults, they look cute on little girls of all ages.

You can either use your child’s own natural hair, or use small amounts of hair extensions so that the hairstyle still looks natural.

Whatever you do, please refrain from braiding too tight, since your daughters hair follicles are still developing.

lemonade braids on black toddlers



17) Double Ponytail Cornrows on Little Black Girls

These stitch cornrow braids are perfect for little girls with short hair. They can be installed in less than an hour if your daughter is patient.

cornrows on little black girls



18) Half-Up Half-Down Stitch Braids with Twists

This half-up half-down hairstyle is another kids cornrows that’s versatile and appropriate for any age. It’s a simple hairstyle that can be taken down quickly because twists are easy to take down.

little black girls hairstyles for school




19) Side Sweep Cornrows with Two Strand Twists

If you have a child in middle school, she may want a “big girl” hairstyle, which is why this hairstyle will be perfect for her.

To change up her style, you can put the twists into a bun and accessorize it with a hair accessory of your choice. For a fuller look, you can take down the two-strand twists, so that she will wear twist-outs for a few days.

little black girl natural hairstyles with short hair



20) Criss-Cross Rubber Band Cornrows Hairstyle

This is a beautiful hairstyle for a tween or teen. It’s quick and easy to install and take down.

Accessorize it with braid rings and she’s ready for a special occasion.

cornrows for black kids in school




21) Lemonade Braids Cornrows on Grade School Kids

This is a hairstyle that can be styled on young kids and their older siblings. You can also wear the same hairstyle if you’re into matching with your girls.

Accessorize the braids with beads to make this hairstyle even more fabulous.

lemonade braids with beads on little black girls



22) Banana Shaped Double Cornrow Buns

These double buns are perfect for kids in elementary school.

They are easy to put in and take down, which means that your child can play around without worrying about her hair.

Cornrow buns for african american kids



23) Cornrow Updo with Flat Twists Bangs

This fluffy is a beautiful hairstyle that will show off the health and beauty of your daughter’s natural hair, especially if she has 4c hair.

If you can stay creative with your child’s hair, you can get away with styling her hair without using hair extensions, straightening or relaxing her hair all throughout her childhood.

little black girl braids on real hair



24) Overlapping Cornrows in Double Space Buns

If you’re short on time and don’t have the time to go to a salon, you can easily style your child’s hair in this unique and creative hairstyle that she will be happy to show off.

Accessorize it with bows and other kids hair accessories for special occasions such as weddings, birthdays or church.

pretty little black girl braids



25) Bouncy Ponytail Cornrows on Black Kids

This hairstyle is ideal for little girls with fine hair, although you can choose not to add hair extensions to her hair.

If you choose to add additional hair piece to her hair, you can take them down after a few days for a change of style and more comfort.

little black girl braids into a ponytail



26) Tribal Cornrows on School Children

If you need a simple, but elegant hairstyle to style your daughter’s hair in for an upcoming event, this tribal hairstyle will make a statement everywhere she goes!

Accessorize to your liking and she’s ready for her event!

little black girl braids with beads



27) Customized Double Bun Cornrows

This hairstyle can only be achieved on little girls who enjoys getting their hair done because there is a lot of twists and turns involved in this hairstyle.

easy braids for little black girl with no extensions



28) Roundabout Cornrows on Kids

This is another hairstyle that will be appropriate on kids that can sit long enough to get their hair done. Accessorize it with a colored beads of her choice.

Cornrows on kids with no hair



29) Cornrow Mohawk With Two Strand Twists Bangs

Little girls with type 4 hair texture will enjoy getting this fluffy hairstyle done.

It will look beautiful on kids with shorter hair length. You can add beads on the two-strand twists or curl it with small rollers.

black kids hairstyles with two-strand twists



30) Double Cornrow Puffs For Preschool Girls

This versatile hairstyle can be work in different ways.

After a few days, you can twist or braid the ends, put it in a bun or wear twist-outs while she has this hairstyle on.

little black girls hairstyles for school



31) Cornrows on Preschool Black Kids

For pre-school kids with lots of hair, you can choose to add hair extensions to their hair so that the hairstyle lasts longer.

Adding beads to the hairstyle will keep it kid-friendly.

Cornrows buns on little black kids



32) Heart-Shaped Cornrows on Siblings

This is a perfect example of how you can modify a unique hairstyle for kids in different age groups.

A younger sibling can add colorful beads, while older kids can do without beads, but curl the ends instead

back to school hairstyles for black girls



33) Cute Cornrow Hairstyles For Black Girls

Little girls in pre-school will feel cute in this triple cornrow ponytail hairstyle. It’s the perfect hairstyle to grow and maintain her natural hair in, while she goes about her day.

hairstyles for black girls braids



34) Braided Cornrows With Bangs on Little Girls

If you will be doing this hairstyle on an older child, you can do away with the beads and curl the ends instead.

Braided Cornrows With Bangs on Little Girls



35) Side Sweep Cornrows on Little Black Girls

Looking for a quick protective style for your daughter?

These side-sweep cornrows will keep her hair healthy and protected while she has the hairstyle on.

Chunky side cornrows on kids



36. Stitch Braids Cornrows Buns on Little Girls

This elegant stitch braids cornrows with twisted ends is a perfect hairstyle for a little girl on the go, or for a busy mom. If maintained properly, it can last up to a month.

stitch braids cornrows on kids



37. Lemonade Braids for Tweens

The older your daughter gets, the more control she wants over her hairstyle choices. She may want to wear the same hairstyle her older sibling has. Since there are many cornrow hairstyles that are appropriate for little kids, you can choose age appropriate hairstyles such as lemonade braids and accessorize it to your liking so that it stays child friendly.

lemonade braids on black kids



38. Half-Up Half-Down Cornrows with Beads

This is another hairstyle that is age appropriate for younger and older kids alike

kids half up half down cornrows with beads



39. Mohawk Cornrows with Fulani Braids

Who says kids can’t wear popular hairstyles? If you find a hairstyle you’d like your daughter to wear, you can make it kid-friendly by leaving out hair extensions and using kids hair accessories.

Fulani cornrows on kids



40. Banana Shaped Ponytail Cornrows for Tweens and Teens

This is one of the best statement hairstyle your tween will be proud to wear. To style the ends, wrap the ends around small perm rods and dip the hair into hot water to achieve the curly ends.

cornrows on black kids with extensions


In Conclusion

There are so many protective hairstyles you can style your child’s hair in regardless of her hair length or texture. The internet is full of so many good ideas you can replicate. Although you may need to get creative so that the hairstyle fits your child’s lifestyle and your preference as a parent.

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