The Daddy-Daughter Dance

On the day of the highly anticipated daddy-daughter dance, Mona and her dad turn their whole day into a playful “dance routine” — boogying, shuffling and sliding from the hair salon to the dress store. Even when Dad stumbles, he reminds Mona that “the groove inside us never stops.” But when they arrive, the dance has been cancelled! Together with other families, they must find a new way to get their groove on. The story celebrates love, resilience, and the simple joy of movement — with warmth and humor that resonates for families and young readers alike.

“Newsome shares a familiar yet powerful story about the special love between father and daughter… A joyful family-centric addition to all collections.”— School Library Journal

“Newsome’s jazzy text is suffused with energy, while Mohammed’s bright and funky artwork … gives a textured, flowing look to the duo’s dance day … A party in a book that illustrates movement and connection in more ways than one.”— Kirkus Reviews