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Dance With Oti

Author: Oti MabuseIllustrator: Samara Hardy

An ensemble of children come together for dance class with Mrs Oti. They have fun, though sometimes struggle with some of the moves, or get distracted. There are warm up exercises and dance moves to take part in along the way, and a fantastic final performance with a special audience!

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  • Samara Hardy: Highly Commended
  • Macmillan Children’s Picture Book Prize 2013
  • Own Voice
  • Black representation
  • Diverse cast
  • Challenges gender stereotypes
  • Female lead