EASE FIRST HAIR CUT FEARS. Lukes 1st Haircut, by Catherine Marek, a mom and hairstylist herself, may be just what you need to take the fear out of what can be a traumatizing experience for some children. This brilliantly illustrated rhyming tale of Lukes adventure to "The Barber Shop Place" with his grandfather is perfect for any young man preparing for that special right of passage, "going to the barber to get his first real hair cut." Whether your child is a little leery or excited about the prospect of going to the barber this book will fast become a family favorite. The story will take your little one right along with Luke as he experiences the sights, sounds and smells of a real barber shop. Luke starts off a little afraid of all the things that are going on but he triumphs in the end with handsome hair and a smile that will let your child know that going to the barber shop can be fun and is nothing to fear.