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This first introduction to classical dance begins with a simple explanation of what defines a classical dancer. Young readers are then invited on a global exploration of different classical dances, from ballet to synchronized swimming to Kabuki; the ways dancers move; and who they move with.
This encouraging dance series will inspire young children to dance in their home or in their community, in socks or ballet shoes, and alone or with others.
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March 4, 2025 -
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Kindle Book
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- ISBN: 9780593890486
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Languages
- English
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January 1, 2025
PreS-Gr 1-This effective board book introduces children to classical dance styles from around the world, inspiring them to pirouette and leap as they turn each page. Along with basic ballet terms, the book highlights other traditional dances, including Bharatanatyam: "The classical dancers in South India dance to the rhythm of drums to tell their stories. They wear bells on their ankles and bangles on their wrists to keep the beat." The diverse illustrations will captivate readers, while a soft palette complements the graceful depictions of movement and expression. A glossary at the end enhances understanding, and the message that dance is for everyone is beautifully conveyed to the very young. VERDICT An essential purchase for most libraries that celebrates global diversity and the joy of dance.-Brooke Newberry
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