African American girls in schools across the United States are reprimanded, suspended, and expelled at significantly higher rates compared to their White counterparts. Researchers have deemed the criminalization of African American girls a public health crisis. Given that schools have been described as microcosms of society, African American girls are susceptible to the deep-rooted, historical, widespread, and inhumane treatment that Black people in this country continue to endure. This literature review explores the experience of dehumanization and criminalization of young African American girls enrolled in K-12 in the United States. The impact of microaggressions, colorism, stereotypes, and perceptions of femininity and beauty are explored to understand the experience of many African American girls in this country. One significant area of research is the weaponization of African hair. Best practices and impactful considerations for school psychologists, counselors, administrators, and educators are provided. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]