Middle Africa

Explores the fascinating origins of African dance. The authors look at unique rituals, colourful costumes and rhythmic instruments and introduce children to dances that have been passed from generation to generation through the ages. in captivating details, Drumbeat In Our Feet captures the beauty, history and energy of African dance. Readers of all ages will delight in this drum-beating, hand-clapping, foot-stomping celebrating of culture and tradition

"In this original folktale set in modern-day Cameroon, a young girl named Yoyo is finally old enough to help Mama Cécile sell bitterleaf stew at market, and she's warned to never refuse a fair price. Eager to get to market, Yoyo ignores Mama's advice on how to make a proper stew and ends up haggling with a customer over the price of her unappetizing concoction. Yoyo must use her wits to regain a blessing from the Great Spirit of the Market, Brother Coin, and along the way she learns the value of a fair price. "