Whose shoe is this?

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This story revolves around a child named Fezile helping their grandmother, Gogo, find her black shoes. The narrative unfolds through a playful search where Fezile repeatedly asks, Whose shoe is this? while attempting to identify the right pair. Throughout the process, Fezile and Gogo engage in a call-and-response dialogue, adding an element of rhythm to the story. As they inspect various shoes, they ponder who might wear each pair and where they might be worn. The story emphasizes teamwork and perseverance, as Gogo eventually joins in the search, fetching a broom to assist. Together, their cooperation leads to the successful discovery of the shoes, highlighting themes of family collaboration and problem-solving skills.

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Fezile, we need to go!
Come and help Gogo find her black shoes.

“Whose shoe is this?
Who would wear this shoe?
Where would they wear it to?”

“Fezile!”

“Yes, Gogo?”

“Where are you?”

“I’m looking for the shoes!”

“Whose shoe is this?
Who would wear this shoe?
Where would they wear it to?”

Where are you, my child?

“I’m still looking!”

“Whose shoe is this?
Who would wear this shoe?
Where would they wear it to?”

Have you found the shoes?

“Let’s look for them together. Please fetch the broom.”

With Gogo’s help, Fezile finally finds the shoes.

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Originally published by Book Dash under a Creative Commons Licensed BY 4.0. This book can be read for free on https://bookdash.org/books/whose-shoe-is-this? and was created by: Siphiliselwe Makhanya (Writer), Nabeela Kalla (Editor), Khuty Ngqayimbana (Designer), Alicia van Zyl (Illustrator)

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