Introducing 'Dancing in the dark' by Robyn Bavati

Dancing in the dark by Robyn Bavati

Ditty wants to dance. She needs to dance. But, as a child brought up in a very strict, traditional Jewish family, this will never happen. So, she begins dancing in secret – including taking ballet lessons. And, yes, this is where she belongs.

It is so hard to believe that it is set now. In Melbourne. Ditty’s world is so very different from ours. This is an amazing read. An insight into a different culture and tradition. And a story about a character with a strong will, and determination to succeed in her dreams.

You might like to try out some of these books. Some are tales of teens with talent. Others, tales of teens trying to fulfil their dreams.

Billy Elliot by Melvin Burgess OR watch the DVD of Billy Elliot

Marie, dancing by Carolyn Meyer

Climbing the stairs by Padma Venkatraman

Homeless bird by Gloria Whelan

House of Dance by Beth Kephart

Dragonsong by Anne McCaffrey

The queen's soprano by Carol Dines

Shattered star by Charnan Simon

Tara: learning to fly by Meredith Costain

- Annie