Grace loves stories - all kinds of stories, books, stories told by her Nana, stories she makes up herself, TV, films - and when she has heard or read the stories, she acts them out, giving herself all the important parts. One day at school, her teacher says they are to do the play of Peter Pan, and instantly all the hands go up, wanting to do the lead part. Raj whispers to Grace that she can't play Peter Pan because Peter is a boy's name, and Natalie tells Grace she can't play Peter Pan because she is black. Grace is discouraged about this, and when she gets home, she tells her Nana and her Ma what the other children have said. Ma is not pleased, but Nana says, 'You can be anything you want, Grace, if you put your mind to it.' Nana takes Grace to town to see the ballet of Romeo and Juliet and shows her the poster of the black star who is to play the leading role, and afterwards, Grace dances Juliet and tells herself she can 'even be Peter Pan'. There are auditions at school, and the children in the class must decide who is best for each part. When Grace auditions for Peter, she is so good that all the children vote for her to play the lead role, and she is a great success. This classic picture book has been around for over 25 years, and this beautiful anniversary edition is a real treat. The illustrations are so realistic and true-to-life that the people can almost walk off the page, and Grace is a true heroine. Super!