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105 books about dance
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Dance Class #4
Dance Class 3-in-1 Vol. 4
Béka
For the child finding their rhythm and learning that friendship is the best choreography for navigating the ups and down
Ages 8–12
Dance Class #3
Dance Class: The New Girl
Béka
For the child navigating the complex feelings of a new, talented peer joining their group or activity. Addresses jealous
Ages 7–12
Dance Class #2
Dance Class: Dance With Me
Béka
For the child who loves the spotlight but struggles with the sweat and tears of practice, this graphic novel celebrates
Ages 8–12
Dance Class #1
Dance Class: Letting It Go
Béka
For the young performer feeling the weight of perfectionism, this story explores how to handle competitive pressure and
Ages 8–12
Nutcracker
Maurice Sendak
For children ready to explore the deeper, slightly spooky side of a classic holiday dream, where the boundary between to
Ages 8–12
I Dreamed I Was a Ballerina
Anna Pavlova
For the child who has just discovered a new passion and wonders where it might lead. This gentle memoir captures the mag
Ages 4–9
Another Way to Dance
Martha Southgate
For the teen navigating the pressure of high-level performance while processing family changes and discovering how their
Ages 12–16
The Baby-Sitters Club #27
Jessi and the Superbrat
Ann M. Martin
For the child navigating the gap between public perception and private reality. Discover how to stay grounded and kind w
Ages 8–12
The Met: What the Artist Saw
Edgar Degas: He Saw the World in Moving Moments
Amy Guglielmo
For the child who never stops moving: discover how a famous artist captured the magic of dancers, horses, and busy stree
Ages 5–9
Nobody's Family Is Going to Change
Louise Fitzhugh
For the child who feels unheard by their family, this story follows siblings Emma and Willie as they pursue their dreams
Ages 9–12
Dance Class #10
Dance Class: Peer Pressure
Béka
For the child feeling pulled between their love for a hobby and the desire to fit in with friends.
Ages 8–12
The Baby-Sitters Club #103
Happy Holidays, Jessi
Ann M. Martin
For the child feeling overwhelmed by a busy schedule, this story explores finding balance when hobbies and responsibilit
Ages 8–12
House of Dance
Beth Kephart
For the teen feeling disconnected from busy parents while navigating the impending loss of a beloved grandparent through
Ages 12–18
Biographies for Kids: All about Michael Jackson
Baby Professor
For children curious about how music changes the world, this biography introduces the life and global impact of the reco
Ages 6–10
Martha Graham, A Dancer's Life
Russell Freedman
For the young artist who feels restricted by tradition and needs to see how one woman's bold vision transformed the worl
Ages 11–16
American Girl: Girl of the Year
Marisol
Gary Soto
For the child struggling to adapt to a new home, this story explores how to carry your passions and cultural identity wi
Ages 8–12
Ole! Flamenco
George Ancona
For the child curious about different cultures or starting their first dance class, this photoessay captures the vibrant
Ages 7–11
Portraits #1
Dancing Through Fire
Kathryn Lasky
For the child who uses their creative passion to stay grounded when the world feels unpredictable and scary.
Ages 9–13
Shiva's Fire
Suzanne Fisher Staples
For the young artist beginning to realize that pursuing a passion might mean leaving the comforts of home and the famili
Ages 10–14
Bird With the Heart of a Mountain
Barbara Mariconda
For the teenager grappling with a sense of 'otherness' and family secrets, this story follows a girl finding her voice t
Ages 12–18
The Story Of: Biographies for New Readers #2
The Story of Audrey Hepburn
Natasha Wing
For the child who loves the spotlight but also has a heart for helping others, this biography shows how a young girl sur
Ages 6–9
Shoes #3
Theater Shoes
Noel Streatfeild
For the child adjusting to a sudden life change who needs to find where they belong and discover their own unique voice
Ages 8–12
Fame School #5
Rivals!
Cindy Jefferies
For the child feeling the pressure to be the best, this story explores the thin line between healthy competition and los
Ages 8–12
Jake Maddox Graphic Novels
Hula Heritage
Jake Maddox
For the child feeling pulled between two worlds, whether it is a modern hobby or a deep-rooted cultural tradition.
Ages 8–12
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