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Miss Molly The Resourceful Hippo

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(African Tales) Miss Molly the Hippo loved dancing. Her doting mommy loves her dearly and encourages her to pursue her dreams. Molly is different to the other fish at the swim school who tease her for not being able to compete in their gala. Miss Molly is undetered and discovers nifty resources that suit her purpose. Written and narrated by Lynn Joffe with music by Lynn Joffe and Adam Howard, this rhythm 'n rhyme story was created to illustrate the value of resourcefuless as part of the UN Rights of the Child.
21 Jul 2024 English South Africa Kids & Family · Performing Arts

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