The Daddy-Daughter Dance

Written by Malcolm Newsome · Illustrated by Jenin Mohammed

A canceled dance threatens a special father-daughter night. Can they still groove?

4.2 Goodreads · 65 ratings

40 pages· 366 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

Mona and her dad are ready for the daddy-daughter dance, turning their day into a joyful routine. But when they arrive, the event is canceled. Can they find a way to keep the rhythm alive and create their own unforgettable night? Discover how a little creativity and a lot of heart can turn disappointment into a dance of a lifetime.

From the publisher

Full of color, attitude, and heart, this picture book is a perfect read aloud for all the dancers, move-busters, and boogie-downers in the family! A must-have for Father’s Day! At last, the day of daddy-daughter dance is finally here! To get ready for their special night out, Mona and Daddy transform their entire day into a special dance routine. They boogie, shuffle, and slide to the hair salon, the nail place, and the dress store. Even when Daddy trips, he reminds his baby girl that the groove inside us never stops. But when they arrive, the dance has been cancelled! How will Mona, Daddy, and the other families get their chance to get down?

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