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Dance Just Like So

Author: Annemarie AnangIllustrator: Natelle Quek

Kwesi loves learning different dances from his Gran, but when she hurts her knee, he fears he’ll never master the Shooby-Doo Mamba. But with lots of practice, imaginative choreography and plenty of sparkles Kwesi and Gran are soon enjoying the boogielicious beat again. Full of movement and rhythm, a book that demands to be shared.

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  • Own Voice
  • Black representation
  • Mixed-heritage representation
  • Diverse cast
  • Single parent
  • Challenges gender stereotypes
  • Under-represented voice